Clapham vs Ealing
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Clapham scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Ealing.
Rent comparison
Clapham
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EalingClapham is £250/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
Lively
Green space
Nightlife
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
Young professionals
Safety
Transport
Clapham
The young-professionals-just-out-of-uni capital of London. Common, brunch, gym, rinse, repeat.
- ✓Big crowd of young professionals
- ✓Clapham Common
- ✓Brilliant rail connections via the Junction
- →Can feel cliquey and homogenous
- →Rowdy on weekends
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 Clapham or Ealing better to live in?
Clapham scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Ealing.
Is Clapham cheaper than Ealing?
Ealing is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,550 vs £1,800 in Clapham, a saving of £250/month.
Which has better transport — Clapham or Ealing?
Clapham and Ealing score equally on transport (9/10). Clapham is served by Clapham Common and Clapham Junction. Ealing is served by Ealing Broadway.
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