Brent vs Ealing
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Brent | Ealing |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | London |
| Type | Borough | Borough |
| Median price | £520k | £525k |
| Price change (YoY) | -1.8% | 1.6% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 104 | 625 |
| Schools | 105 | 116 |
| Good/Outstanding | 101 | 113 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 338,063 | 342,795 |
Ealing
Known as the Queen of the Suburbs, with excellent schools and the Elizabeth Line.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Brent or Ealing?
Brent is more affordable with a median house price of £520k, compared to £525k in Ealing.
Is Brent or Ealing safer?
Brent has a lower crime rate at 104 per 1,000 residents, compared to 625 per 1,000 in Ealing. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Brent or Ealing?
Ealing has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 97%, compared to 96% in Brent. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Brent or Ealing?
It depends on your priorities. Brent offers £520k median prices with excellent transport, while Ealing has £525k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.