Dalston vs Blackheath

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

Our recommendation

Dalston scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Blackheath.

Rent comparison

Dalston

Hackney
1-bed flat£1,750/mo
2-bed flat£2,300/mo
Zone(s)2

Blackheathwinner

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

Dalston is £50/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Dalston
9
Blackheath
3

Green space

Dalston
4
Blackheath
10

Nightlife

Dalston
10
Blackheath
3

Café density

Dalston
9
Blackheath
8

Gym density

Dalston
6
Blackheath
6

Walkability

Dalston
8
Blackheath
8

Food scene

Dalston
9
Blackheath
7

Young professionals

Dalston
9
Blackheath
5

Safety

Dalston
6
Blackheath
9

Transport

Dalston
7
Blackheath
5

Dalston

Late nights, Turkish grills, and Ridley Road Market. Loud, young, and not especially restful.

  • Best-in-class nightlife
  • Diverse food (especially Turkish)
  • Overground to most of London
  • Noisy
  • Limited green space
  • Can feel oversaturated

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Dalston or Blackheath better to live in?

Dalston scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Blackheath.

Is Dalston cheaper than Blackheath?

Blackheath is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,700 vs £1,750 in Dalston, a saving of £50/month.

Which has better transport — Dalston or Blackheath?

Dalston scores higher for transport (7/10 vs 5/10). Dalston is served by Dalston Junction and Dalston Kingsland. Blackheath is served by Blackheath.

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