Dalston vs Bethnal Green
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Dalston | Bethnal Green |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | London |
| Type | Neighbourhood | Neighbourhood |
| Median price | £565k | £513k |
| Price change (YoY) | -2.5% | 10.2% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 97 | 95 |
| Schools | 25 | 15 |
| Good/Outstanding | 25 | 15 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 20,104 | 21,178 |
Dalston
Vibrant East London nightlife hub with Turkish restaurants, vintage shops, and creative energy.
View full area guide →Bethnal Green
Historic East London neighbourhood with the V&A Museum of Childhood, parks, and market culture.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Dalston or Bethnal Green?
Bethnal Green is more affordable with a median house price of £513k, compared to £565k in Dalston.
Is Dalston or Bethnal Green safer?
Bethnal Green has a lower crime rate at 95 per 1,000 residents, compared to 97 per 1,000 in Dalston. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Dalston or Bethnal Green?
Dalston has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 100%, compared to 100% in Bethnal Green. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Dalston or Bethnal Green?
It depends on your priorities. Dalston offers £565k median prices with excellent transport, while Bethnal Green has £513k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.