Hillingdon vs Harrow
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Hillingdon | Harrow |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | London |
| Type | Borough | Borough |
| Median price | £505k | £530k |
| Price change (YoY) | 4.1% | 3.8% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 67 | 70 |
| Schools | 113 | 75 |
| Good/Outstanding | 104 | 71 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 308,238 | 253,013 |
Hillingdon
West London borough home to Heathrow and the start of the Elizabeth Line.
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Suburban North-west London borough famous for Harrow School and multicultural dining.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Hillingdon or Harrow?
Hillingdon is more affordable with a median house price of £505k, compared to £530k in Harrow.
Is Hillingdon or Harrow safer?
Hillingdon has a lower crime rate at 67 per 1,000 residents, compared to 70 per 1,000 in Harrow. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Hillingdon or Harrow?
Harrow has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 95%, compared to 92% in Hillingdon. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Hillingdon or Harrow?
It depends on your priorities. Hillingdon offers £505k median prices with excellent transport, while Harrow has £530k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.