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

Ealing
1-bed flat£1,550/mo
2-bed flat£2,000/mo
Zone(s)3

Forest Hillwinner

Lewisham
1-bed flat£1,500/mo
2-bed flat£1,950/mo
Zone(s)3

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

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Ealing
5
Forest Hill
4

Green space

Ealing
9
Forest Hill
8

Nightlife

Ealing
4
Forest Hill
4

Café density

Ealing
6
Forest Hill
6

Gym density

Ealing
7
Forest Hill
6

Walkability

Ealing
6
Forest Hill
7

Food scene

Ealing
6
Forest Hill
6

Young professionals

Ealing
6
Forest Hill
6

Safety

Ealing
8
Forest Hill
8

Transport

Ealing
9
Forest Hill
6

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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