Richmond upon Thames vs Harpenden
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Richmond upon Thames | Harpenden |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | East |
| Type | Borough | Town |
| Median price | £695k | £725k |
| Price change (YoY) | 2.2% | -3.2% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 50 | 41 |
| Schools | 85 | 20 |
| Good/Outstanding | 85 | 20 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 196,655 | 32,684 |
Richmond upon Thames
London's greenest borough with Richmond Park, river walks, and top-rated schools.
View full area guide →Harpenden
Affluent Hertfordshire commuter town with Rothamsted Park, top schools, and fast Thameslink.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Richmond upon Thames or Harpenden?
Richmond upon Thames is more affordable with a median house price of £695k, compared to £725k in Harpenden.
Is Richmond upon Thames or Harpenden safer?
Harpenden has a lower crime rate at 41 per 1,000 residents, compared to 50 per 1,000 in Richmond upon Thames. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Richmond upon Thames or Harpenden?
Richmond upon Thames has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 100%, compared to 100% in Harpenden. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Richmond upon Thames or Harpenden?
It depends on your priorities. Richmond upon Thames offers £695k median prices with excellent transport, while Harpenden has £725k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.