Ealing vs Catford
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Ealing scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Catford.
Rent comparison
Ealing
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LewishamEaling is £250/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
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
Catford
Better-value south-east London with rail links, a changing town centre, and access to larger parks.
- ✓Lower rents than many inner south-east areas
- ✓Rail to central London
- ✓Close to Ladywell Fields and Mountsfield Park
- →Town centre is still rough-edged
- →Limited nightlife
- →Commutes are rail-frequency dependent
Frequently asked questions
Is Ealing or Catford better to live in?
Ealing scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Catford.
Is Ealing cheaper than Catford?
Catford is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,300 vs £1,550 in Ealing, a saving of £250/month.
Which has better transport — Ealing or Catford?
Ealing scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 5/10). Ealing is served by Ealing Broadway. Catford is served by Catford.
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