Bermondsey vs Putney

A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.

Our recommendation

Bermondsey offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.

Rent comparison

Bermondseywinner

Southwark
1-bed flat£1,850/mo
2-bed flat£2,500/mo
Zone(s)2

Putney

Wandsworth
1-bed flat£1,850/mo
2-bed flat£2,400/mo
Zone(s)2, 3

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Bermondsey
6
Putney
5

Green space

Bermondsey
5
Putney
9

Nightlife

Bermondsey
6
Putney
5

Café density

Bermondsey
8
Putney
7

Gym density

Bermondsey
7
Putney
8

Walkability

Bermondsey
8
Putney
7

Food scene

Bermondsey
8
Putney
6

Young professionals

Bermondsey
9
Putney
8

Safety

Bermondsey
7
Putney
8

Transport

Bermondsey
9
Putney
7

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

Putney

River, Richmond Park nearby, and a clean South-West rail line to Waterloo. Slightly older professional crowd than Clapham.

  • Thames Path and rowing on the river
  • Easy access to Richmond Park
  • Clean residential feel
  • Pricey
  • Slower to East London

Frequently asked questions

Is Bermondsey or Putney better to live in?

Bermondsey offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.

Is Bermondsey cheaper than Putney?

Bermondsey and Putney have similar rents — both around £1,850/month for a 1-bed flat.

Which has better transport — Bermondsey or Putney?

Bermondsey scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 7/10). Bermondsey is served by Bermondsey and London Bridge. Putney is served by Putney andEast Putney.

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