Ealing vs Hackney Wick
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Ealing offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent 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
Hackney Wick
Canals, studios, breweries, and Olympic Park access, with a creative feel and improving transport.
- ✓Excellent canal and park access
- ✓Creative venues and breweries
- ✓Young social crowd
- →Overground-led commute
- →Patchy late-night transport
- →New-build pricing has risen
Frequently asked questions
Is Ealing or Hackney Wick better to live in?
Ealing offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Ealing cheaper than Hackney Wick?
Ealing and Hackney Wick have similar rents — both around £1,550/month for a 1-bed flat.
Which has better transport — Ealing or Hackney Wick?
Ealing scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 6/10). Ealing is served by Ealing Broadway. Hackney Wick is served by Hackney Wick.
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