Blackheath vs Forest Hill

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

Our recommendation

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

Rent comparison

Blackheath

Lewisham
1-bed flat£1,700/mo
2-bed flat£2,200/mo
Zone(s)3

Forest Hillwinner

Lewisham
1-bed flat£1,500/mo
2-bed flat£1,950/mo
Zone(s)3

Blackheath is £200/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Blackheath
3
Forest Hill
4

Green space

Blackheath
10
Forest Hill
8

Nightlife

Blackheath
3
Forest Hill
4

Café density

Blackheath
8
Forest Hill
6

Gym density

Blackheath
6
Forest Hill
6

Walkability

Blackheath
8
Forest Hill
7

Food scene

Blackheath
7
Forest Hill
6

Young professionals

Blackheath
5
Forest Hill
6

Safety

Blackheath
9
Forest Hill
8

Transport

Blackheath
5
Forest Hill
6

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

Forest Hill

Leafy Overground living with views, the Horniman Museum, and better value than nearby Dulwich villages.

  • Horniman Museum and gardens
  • Overground connection
  • Good value for green south-east London
  • Hilly streets
  • Slower to west London
  • Nightlife is limited

Frequently asked questions

Is Blackheath or Forest Hill better to live in?

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

Is Blackheath cheaper than Forest Hill?

Forest Hill is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,500 vs £1,700 in Blackheath, a saving of £200/month.

Which has better transport — Blackheath or Forest Hill?

Forest Hill scores higher for transport (6/10 vs 5/10). Blackheath is served by Blackheath. Forest Hill is served by Forest Hill.

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