M3 vs M4 for families
Nurseries, cost and area quality side by side — so you can choose between M3 and M4 with the full picture, not just one dataset.
| Metric | M3 | M4 |
|---|---|---|
| Family score | 51/100 | 77/100✓ |
| Nurseries | 2 | 2 |
| Outstanding % | 0% | 50%✓ |
| Est. nursery fee | £1,060✓ | £1,085 |
| Avg home price | £249,863✓ | £253,129 |
| Parks within 1km | — | — |
| Crime rate /1,000 | 0.24 | 0.08✓ |
Nursery fees are estimates. ✓ marks the stronger area for that metric.
FAQs
Is M3 or M4 better for families?
It depends on your priorities. On family score, M4 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 M3 vs M4?
A full-time place is estimated at £1,060 per month in M3 and £1,085 in M4. These are estimates — see each area's fees page for detail.