Enfield Town vs Streatham

A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.

Our recommendation

Enfield Town offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.

Rent comparison

Enfield Townwinner

Enfield
1-bed flat£1,250/mo
2-bed flat£1,650/mo
Zone(s)5

Streatham

Lambeth
1-bed flat£1,400/mo
2-bed flat£1,850/mo
Zone(s)3

Streatham is £150/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Enfield Town
4
Streatham
4

Green space

Enfield Town
7
Streatham
8

Nightlife

Enfield Town
3
Streatham
4

Café density

Enfield Town
5
Streatham
5

Gym density

Enfield Town
5
Streatham
5

Walkability

Enfield Town
6
Streatham
6

Food scene

Enfield Town
5
Streatham
5

Young professionals

Enfield Town
5
Streatham
5

Safety

Enfield Town
7
Streatham
7

Transport

Enfield Town
5
Streatham
5

Enfield Town

Outer-north market-town living with Overground links, lower rents, and a slower residential feel.

  • Good value for space
  • Town-centre amenities
  • Quieter streets than inner north London
  • Longer central commutes
  • Less young-professional density
  • Mostly rail-led rather than tube-led

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 Enfield Town or Streatham better to live in?

Enfield Town offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.

Is Enfield Town cheaper than Streatham?

Enfield Town is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,250 vs £1,400 in Streatham, a saving of £150/month.

Which has better transport — Enfield Town or Streatham?

Enfield Town and Streatham score equally on transport (5/10). Enfield Town is served by Enfield Town. Streatham is served by Streatham.

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