Bermondsey vs Wimbledon
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 Wimbledon.
Rent comparison
Bermondsey
SouthwarkWimbledonwinner
MertonBermondsey is £150/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
Lively
Green space
Nightlife
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
Young professionals
Safety
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
Wimbledon
Suburban, leafy, family-friendly — and home to one of the biggest urban commons in the world.
- ✓Wimbledon Common
- ✓Safe, quiet streets
- ✓Fast rail into Waterloo
- →Quiet at night
- →Slower journeys to East London
Frequently asked questions
Is Bermondsey or Wimbledon better to live in?
Bermondsey scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Wimbledon.
Is Bermondsey cheaper than Wimbledon?
Wimbledon is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,700 vs £1,850 in Bermondsey, a saving of £150/month.
Which has better transport — Bermondsey or Wimbledon?
Bermondsey scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 7/10). Bermondsey is served by Bermondsey and London Bridge. Wimbledon is served by Wimbledon.
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