Ilford vs Uxbridge
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Ilford scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Uxbridge.
Rent comparison
Ilford
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HillingdonIlford is £50/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
Ilford
Elizabeth line commuting, diverse food, and lower east London rents around a busy town centre.
- ✓Elizabeth line to central London
- ✓Strong South Asian food scene
- ✓Good affordability for a fast rail corridor
- →Town centre can feel hectic
- →Outer-zone commute cost
- →Limited green feel around the station
Uxbridge
Far-west affordability with Metropolitan/Piccadilly terminus links and a large town-centre offer.
- ✓Low rents for west London
- ✓Two tube lines
- ✓Large retail and student-influenced amenities
- →Long central commute
- →Feels separate from inner London
- →Outer-zone travel costs
Frequently asked questions
Is Ilford or Uxbridge better to live in?
Ilford scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Uxbridge.
Is Ilford cheaper than Uxbridge?
Uxbridge is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,250 vs £1,300 in Ilford, a saving of £50/month.
Which has better transport — Ilford or Uxbridge?
Ilford scores higher for transport (8/10 vs 6/10). Ilford is served by Ilford. Uxbridge is served by Uxbridge.
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