Battersea / Nine Elms vs Shepherd's Bush
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Battersea / Nine Elms scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Shepherd's Bush.
Rent comparison
Battersea / Nine Elms
WandsworthShepherd's Bushwinner
Hammersmith & FulhamBattersea / Nine Elms is £300/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
Battersea / Nine Elms
Brand-new high-rises around the Power Station, anchored by Battersea Park on the river. Polished but soulless in places.
- ✓Battersea Park
- ✓Northern line extension
- ✓Modern flats with gyms and pools
- →Expensive for the area
- →Newbuild feel — limited character
- →Limited independent shopping
Shepherd's Bush
Westfield, the Bush Theatre, and four tube lines. Underrated as a West-end-adjacent base.
- ✓Central line in 15 min to Oxford Circus
- ✓Big shopping and entertainment
- ✓Multiple transport options
- →Patchy character outside Westfield
- →Traffic-heavy
Frequently asked questions
Is Battersea / Nine Elms or Shepherd's Bush better to live in?
Battersea / Nine Elms scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Shepherd's Bush.
Is Battersea / Nine Elms cheaper than Shepherd's Bush?
Shepherd's Bush is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,800 vs £2,100 in Battersea / Nine Elms, a saving of £300/month.
Which has better transport — Battersea / Nine Elms or Shepherd's Bush?
Shepherd's Bush scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 8/10). Battersea / Nine Elms is served by Battersea Power Station and Battersea Park. Shepherd's Bush is served by Shepherd's Bush andShepherd's Bush Market.
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