Waltham Forest vs Redbridge
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | Waltham Forest | Redbridge |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | London |
| Type | Borough | Borough |
| Median price | £538k | £495k |
| Price change (YoY) | 5.4% | 3.1% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 95 | 82 |
| Schools | 88 | 95 |
| Good/Outstanding | 84 | 90 |
| Transport | Excellent | Excellent |
| Population | 279,411 | 302,312 |
Waltham Forest
East London Borough of Culture with growing creative community and marshes.
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Family-focused East London borough with good schools and Epping Forest access.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Waltham Forest or Redbridge?
Redbridge is more affordable with a median house price of £495k, compared to £538k in Waltham Forest.
Is Waltham Forest or Redbridge safer?
Redbridge has a lower crime rate at 82 per 1,000 residents, compared to 95 per 1,000 in Waltham Forest. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, Waltham Forest or Redbridge?
Waltham Forest has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 95%, compared to 95% in Redbridge. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in Waltham Forest or Redbridge?
It depends on your priorities. Waltham Forest offers £538k median prices with excellent transport, while Redbridge has £495k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.