Bromley vs Barnet
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Bromley | Barnet |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | London |
| Type | Borough | Borough |
| Median price | £500k | £548k |
| Price change (YoY) | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 70 | 80 |
| Schools | 121 | 172 |
| Good/Outstanding | 118 | 165 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 332,783 | 395,097 |
Bromley
London's largest borough by area, offering a suburban lifestyle with good links to the city.
View full area guide →Barnet
North London borough with diverse communities, excellent schools, and green spaces.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Bromley or Barnet?
Bromley is more affordable with a median house price of £500k, compared to £548k in Barnet.
Is Bromley or Barnet safer?
Bromley has a lower crime rate at 70 per 1,000 residents, compared to 80 per 1,000 in Barnet. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Bromley or Barnet?
Bromley has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 98%, compared to 96% in Barnet. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Bromley or Barnet?
It depends on your priorities. Bromley offers £500k median prices with excellent transport, while Barnet has £548k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.