Clapham vs Streatham
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 Streatham.
Rent comparison
Clapham
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LambethClapham is £400/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
Streatham
Long, practical, and better-value south London with commons nearby and rail links from several stations.
- ✓Good value for space
- ✓Streatham Common and Tooting Common nearby
- ✓Large everyday high street
- →No tube
- →Traffic-heavy main road
- →Commute depends on which station you live near
Frequently asked questions
Is Clapham or Streatham better to live in?
Clapham scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Streatham.
Is Clapham cheaper than Streatham?
Streatham is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,400 vs £1,800 in Clapham, a saving of £400/month.
Which has better transport — Clapham or Streatham?
Clapham scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 5/10). Clapham is served by Clapham Common and Clapham Junction. Streatham is served by Streatham.
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