Ealing vs Forest Hill
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 Forest Hill.
Rent comparison
Ealing
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LewishamEaling is £50/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Nightlife
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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
Forest Hill
Leafy Overground living with views, the Horniman Museum, and better value than nearby Dulwich villages.
- ✓Horniman Museum and gardens
- ✓Overground connection
- ✓Good value for green south-east London
- →Hilly streets
- →Slower to west London
- →Nightlife is limited
Frequently asked questions
Is Ealing or Forest Hill better to live in?
Ealing scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Forest Hill.
Is Ealing cheaper than Forest Hill?
Forest Hill is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,500 vs £1,550 in Ealing, a saving of £50/month.
Which has better transport — Ealing or Forest Hill?
Ealing scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 6/10). Ealing is served by Ealing Broadway. Forest Hill is served by Forest Hill.
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