London areas, head to head

20 comparisons people actually weigh up, each scored across the same nine data layers as the map — with a verdict the numbers can back and an honest note on what each side gives up.

Build your own comparison

The interactive compare tool lines up any two London areas free — type a postcode, a station, or a place name.

Weighing up three or four at once? Adding a third and fourth column is part of the Day Pass — you can add one from the compare page.

Not sure which pair is even yours? Run the wizardBrowse wards by boroughWard rankings