Bermondsey vs Ealing
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Bermondsey scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Ealing.
Rent comparison
Bermondsey
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EalingBermondsey is £300/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
Bermondsey
Thames-side, design-led, walking distance to the City. The Bermondsey Beer Mile and warehouse conversions define it.
- ✓Walk to London Bridge / the City
- ✓Jubilee line
- ✓Thames Path and Maltby Street Market
- →Limited big green space
- →Pricier than south-east neighbours
Ealing
Green, suburban West-London with the Elizabeth line cutting the commute to Paddington and the City.
- ✓Elizabeth line is transformative
- ✓Big green spaces (Walpole Park, Pitshanger)
- ✓Safer, calmer feel
- →Sprawly and less walkable
- →Quieter than Zone 2
Frequently asked questions
Is Bermondsey or Ealing better to live in?
Bermondsey scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Ealing.
Is Bermondsey cheaper than Ealing?
Ealing is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,550 vs £1,850 in Bermondsey, a saving of £300/month.
Which has better transport — Bermondsey or Ealing?
Bermondsey and Ealing score equally on transport (9/10). Bermondsey is served by Bermondsey and London Bridge. Ealing is served by Ealing Broadway.
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