Croydon vs Gravesend
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Croydon | Gravesend |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | South East |
| Type | Borough | Town |
| Median price | £415k | £332k |
| Price change (YoY) | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 80 | 79 |
| Schools | 158 | 20 |
| Good/Outstanding | 148 | 18 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 385,688 | 57,375 |
Croydon
South London's largest borough with major regeneration plans and fast trains to central London.
View full area guide →Gravesend
Kent town on the Thames with Pocahontas heritage, diverse community, and fast London trains.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Croydon or Gravesend?
Gravesend is more affordable with a median house price of £332k, compared to £415k in Croydon.
Is Croydon or Gravesend safer?
Gravesend has a lower crime rate at 79 per 1,000 residents, compared to 80 per 1,000 in Croydon. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Croydon or Gravesend?
Croydon has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 94%, compared to 90% in Gravesend. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Croydon or Gravesend?
It depends on your priorities. Croydon offers £415k median prices with excellent transport, while Gravesend has £332k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.