Hackney Wick vs Deptford
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Deptford offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
Hackney Wick
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LewishamHackney Wick is £100/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
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
Deptford
A creative riverside-adjacent area with markets, studios, and quick rail into London Bridge.
- ✓Good food, markets, and independent venues
- ✓Quick rail to London Bridge
- ✓Lower rents than Greenwich
- →Public realm varies by street
- →Rail-led commute
- →Nightlife is lively but uneven
Frequently asked questions
Is Hackney Wick or Deptford better to live in?
Deptford offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Hackney Wick cheaper than Deptford?
Deptford is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,450 vs £1,550 in Hackney Wick, a saving of £100/month.
Which has better transport — Hackney Wick or Deptford?
Hackney Wick and Deptford score equally on transport (6/10). Hackney Wick is served by Hackney Wick. Deptford is served by Deptford.
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