Clapham vs Hammersmith
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Clapham offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
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Hammersmith & FulhamHammersmith is £50/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
Hammersmith
Four tube lines, the river, and quick access to Heathrow. Functional more than charming.
- ✓Four tube lines from one station
- ✓Thames Path and riverside pubs
- ✓Quick to Heathrow
- →Town centre feels dated
- →Less character than east-London peers
Frequently asked questions
Is Clapham or Hammersmith better to live in?
Clapham offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Clapham cheaper than Hammersmith?
Clapham is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,800 vs £1,850 in Hammersmith, a saving of £50/month.
Which has better transport — Clapham or Hammersmith?
Clapham and Hammersmith score equally on transport (9/10). Clapham is served by Clapham Common and Clapham Junction. Hammersmith is served by Hammersmith.
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