M2 vs M3 for families
Nurseries, cost and area quality side by side — so you can choose between M2 and M3 with the full picture, not just one dataset.
| Metric | M2 | M3 |
|---|---|---|
| Family score | 99/100✓ | 51/100 |
| Nurseries | 1 | 2✓ |
| Outstanding % | 100%✓ | 0% |
| Est. nursery fee | £1,385 | £1,060✓ |
| Avg home price | £1,196,815 | £249,863✓ |
| Parks within 1km | — | — |
| Crime rate /1,000 | 0.27 | 0.24✓ |
Nursery fees are estimates. ✓ marks the stronger area for that metric.
FAQs
Is M2 or M3 better for families?
It depends on your priorities. On family score, M2 edges ahead; on estimated nursery cost, M3 is cheaper. Compare nurseries, green space, safety and price in the table above.
How much is nursery in M2 vs M3?
A full-time place is estimated at £1,385 per month in M2 and £1,060 in M3. These are estimates — see each area's fees page for detail.