Ealing vs Deptford
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 Deptford.
Rent comparison
Ealing
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LewishamEaling is £100/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
Deptford
A creative riverside-adjacent area with markets, studios, and quick rail into London Bridge.
- ✓Good food, markets, and independent venues
- ✓Quick rail to London Bridge
- ✓Lower rents than Greenwich
- →Public realm varies by street
- →Rail-led commute
- →Nightlife is lively but uneven
Frequently asked questions
Is Ealing or Deptford better to live in?
Ealing scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Deptford.
Is Ealing cheaper than Deptford?
Deptford is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,450 vs £1,550 in Ealing, a saving of £100/month.
Which has better transport — Ealing or Deptford?
Ealing scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 6/10). Ealing is served by Ealing Broadway. Deptford is served by Deptford.
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