Blackheath vs Earlsfield
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Earlsfield offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
Blackheath
LewishamEarlsfieldwinner
WandsworthBlackheath is £100/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
Blackheath
A village-like south-east option with the heath, handsome streets, and a calmer profile near Greenwich.
- ✓Huge open heath
- ✓Attractive village centre
- ✓Quiet, well-kept residential streets
- →Rail-only commute
- →Expensive for south-east London
- →Quiet evening scene
Earlsfield
A quieter Wandsworth option with rail to Waterloo, local pubs, and access to south-west commons.
- ✓Quick rail to Waterloo
- ✓Calmer than Clapham
- ✓Good local pubs and gyms
- →No tube
- →Limited nightlife
- →Can feel expensive for rail-only access
Frequently asked questions
Is Blackheath or Earlsfield better to live in?
Earlsfield offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Blackheath cheaper than Earlsfield?
Earlsfield is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,600 vs £1,700 in Blackheath, a saving of £100/month.
Which has better transport — Blackheath or Earlsfield?
Earlsfield scores higher for transport (6/10 vs 5/10). Blackheath is served by Blackheath. Earlsfield is served by Earlsfield.
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