Greenwich vs Gerrards Cross
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Greenwich | Gerrards Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | South East |
| Type | Borough | Town |
| Median price | £445k | £1.3M |
| Price change (YoY) | -0.6% | 7.0% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 89 | 33 |
| Schools | 106 | 2 |
| Good/Outstanding | 102 | 2 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 284,928 | 8,971 |
Greenwich
Historic borough with maritime heritage, the O2 arena, and growing residential appeal.
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Affluent Buckinghamshire village with fast Chiltern Line trains and excellent schools.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Greenwich or Gerrards Cross?
Greenwich is more affordable with a median house price of £445k, compared to £1.3M in Gerrards Cross.
Is Greenwich or Gerrards Cross safer?
Gerrards Cross has a lower crime rate at 33 per 1,000 residents, compared to 89 per 1,000 in Greenwich. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Greenwich or Gerrards Cross?
Gerrards Cross has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 100%, compared to 96% in Greenwich. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Greenwich or Gerrards Cross?
It depends on your priorities. Greenwich offers £445k median prices with excellent transport, while Gerrards Cross has £1.3M median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.