Lewisham vs Epsom
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Lewisham | Epsom |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | South East |
| Type | Borough | Town |
| Median price | £460k | £500k |
| Price change (YoY) | 2.2% | 9.2% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 88 | 53 |
| Schools | 97 | 15 |
| Good/Outstanding | 95 | 15 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 304,658 | 30,683 |
Lewisham
South-east London borough undergoing significant regeneration with improving transport links.
View full area guide →Epsom
Surrey town famous for the Derby horse race, with good schools and London connections.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Lewisham or Epsom?
Lewisham is more affordable with a median house price of £460k, compared to £500k in Epsom.
Is Lewisham or Epsom safer?
Epsom has a lower crime rate at 53 per 1,000 residents, compared to 88 per 1,000 in Lewisham. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Lewisham or Epsom?
Epsom has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 100%, compared to 98% in Lewisham. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Lewisham or Epsom?
It depends on your priorities. Lewisham offers £460k median prices with excellent transport, while Epsom has £500k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.