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Beacon Hill, MA vs Brookline, MA
Beacon Hill, MA vs Brookline, MA: What the data shows
Beacon Hill, MA is in Beacon Hill, MA while Brookline, MA is in Brookline, MA — both in the same state. On home prices, Brookline, MA is the more affordable option at $1,148,400 median — $525,400 less than Beacon Hill, MA's $1,673,800. WYLT rates Beacon Hill, MA as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots — and Brookline, MA as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots.
Beacon Hill, MA has the stronger safety profile of the two. Beacon Hill, MA has Low violent crime and Low property crime. Brookline, MA has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Beacon Hill, MA has Low flood risk and Brookline, MA has Low flood risk.
Beacon Hill, MA is the more walkable neighborhood. Beacon Hill, MA scores 100/100 (exceptionally walkable) versus Brookline, MA's 18/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Beacon Hill, MA rates 7.5/10 and Brookline, MA rates 7.5/10.
| Category | Beacon Hill, MA | Brookline, MA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Settle here | Settle here |
| Median Price | $1.67M | $1.15M ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $3K ✓ Lower rent | $3K |
| Median Income | $170K ✓ Higher income | $133K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate ✓ More stable | High |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 100/100 ✓ More walkable | 18/100 |
| Transit Score | 60/100 ✓ Better transit | 26/100 |
| Bike Score | 65/100 ✓ More bikeable | 25/100 |
| Commute | 4 min ✓ Shorter commute | 17 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | A ✓ Safer | B |
| Violent Crime | Low | Low |
| Property Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Best for | High‑earning professionalsRemote workers who value downtown proximityRetirees seeking low crime and walkability | Families with childrenProfessionals commuting to BostonAffluent buyers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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