Ealing vs Uxbridge
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 Uxbridge.
Rent comparison
Ealing
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HillingdonEaling is £300/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
Uxbridge
Far-west affordability with Metropolitan/Piccadilly terminus links and a large town-centre offer.
- ✓Low rents for west London
- ✓Two tube lines
- ✓Large retail and student-influenced amenities
- →Long central commute
- →Feels separate from inner London
- →Outer-zone travel costs
Frequently asked questions
Is Ealing or Uxbridge better to live in?
Ealing scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Uxbridge.
Is Ealing cheaper than Uxbridge?
Uxbridge is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,250 vs £1,550 in Ealing, a saving of £300/month.
Which has better transport — Ealing or Uxbridge?
Ealing scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 6/10). Ealing is served by Ealing Broadway. Uxbridge is served by Uxbridge.
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