Lewisham vs Greenwich
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Lewisham | Greenwich |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | London |
| Type | Borough | Borough |
| Median price | £460k | £445k |
| Price change (YoY) | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 88 | 89 |
| Schools | 97 | 106 |
| Good/Outstanding | 95 | 102 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 304,658 | 284,928 |
Lewisham
South-east London borough undergoing significant regeneration with improving transport links.
View full area guide →Greenwich
Historic borough with maritime heritage, the O2 arena, and growing residential appeal.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Lewisham or Greenwich?
Greenwich is more affordable with a median house price of £445k, compared to £460k in Lewisham.
Is Lewisham or Greenwich safer?
Lewisham has a lower crime rate at 88 per 1,000 residents, compared to 89 per 1,000 in Greenwich. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Lewisham or Greenwich?
Lewisham has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 98%, compared to 96% in Greenwich. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Lewisham or Greenwich?
It depends on your priorities. Lewisham offers £460k median prices with excellent transport, while Greenwich has £445k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.