Hammersmith vs Ealing
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Ealing offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
Hammersmith
Hammersmith & FulhamEalingwinner
EalingHammersmith is £300/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
Hammersmith
Four tube lines, the river, and quick access to Heathrow. Functional more than charming.
- ✓Four tube lines from one station
- ✓Thames Path and riverside pubs
- ✓Quick to Heathrow
- →Town centre feels dated
- →Less character than east-London peers
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Hammersmith or Ealing better to live in?
Ealing offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Hammersmith cheaper than Ealing?
Ealing is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,550 vs £1,850 in Hammersmith, a saving of £300/month.
Which has better transport — Hammersmith or Ealing?
Hammersmith and Ealing score equally on transport (9/10). Hammersmith is served by Hammersmith. Ealing is served by Ealing Broadway.
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