Greenwich vs Putney
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Putney scores higher overall, though Greenwich may offer better affordability.
Rent comparison
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GreenwichPutney
WandsworthPutney is £200/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
Greenwich
Royal park, observatory, market, river — the most picturesque corner of London on a Sunday.
- ✓Greenwich Park and the Royal Observatory
- ✓Riverside walks
- ✓Quick DLR to Canary Wharf
- →Slower journey to West End
- →Quieter evenings
Putney
River, Richmond Park nearby, and a clean South-West rail line to Waterloo. Slightly older professional crowd than Clapham.
- ✓Thames Path and rowing on the river
- ✓Easy access to Richmond Park
- ✓Clean residential feel
- →Pricey
- →Slower to East London
Frequently asked questions
Is Greenwich or Putney better to live in?
Putney scores higher overall, though Greenwich may offer better affordability.
Is Greenwich cheaper than Putney?
Greenwich is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,650 vs £1,850 in Putney, a saving of £200/month.
Which has better transport — Greenwich or Putney?
Greenwich and Putney score equally on transport (7/10). Greenwich is served by Greenwich and Cutty Sark. Putney is served by Putney andEast Putney.
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