Ealing vs Streatham
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 Streatham.
Rent comparison
Ealing
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LambethEaling is £150/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
Streatham
Long, practical, and better-value south London with commons nearby and rail links from several stations.
- ✓Good value for space
- ✓Streatham Common and Tooting Common nearby
- ✓Large everyday high street
- →No tube
- →Traffic-heavy main road
- →Commute depends on which station you live near
Frequently asked questions
Is Ealing or Streatham better to live in?
Ealing scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Streatham.
Is Ealing cheaper than Streatham?
Streatham is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,400 vs £1,550 in Ealing, a saving of £150/month.
Which has better transport — Ealing or Streatham?
Ealing scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 5/10). Ealing is served by Ealing Broadway. Streatham is served by Streatham.
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