Merton vs Waltham Forest childcare rates 2026/27

Merton pays £0.68/hr more than Waltham Forest for 3-4 year olds (£7.64 vs £6.96).

Funded hourly rate comparison between Merton and Waltham Forest
Age bandMertonWaltham ForestDifference
Under 2£14.60/hr£13.03/hr+£1.57
2 to 3 years£10.75/hr£9.56/hr+£1.19
3 to 4 years£7.64/hr£6.96/hr+£0.68
National average£6.72/hr£6.72/hr
Merton full rates →Waltham Forest full rates →