Hammersmith vs Kennington
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Hammersmith offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
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Hammersmith & FulhamKennington
LambethKennington is £50/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
Kennington
A calmer Zone 1/2 pocket with Georgian streets, Northern line access, and good links to Waterloo and the City.
- ✓Central but more residential than Vauxhall
- ✓Northern line branches
- ✓Good pubs and local streets
- →Limited late-night scene
- →Premium prices for central calm
- →Some road-heavy edges
Frequently asked questions
Is Hammersmith or Kennington better to live in?
Hammersmith offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Hammersmith cheaper than Kennington?
Hammersmith is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,850 vs £1,900 in Kennington, a saving of £50/month.
Which has better transport — Hammersmith or Kennington?
Hammersmith scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 8/10). Hammersmith is served by Hammersmith. Kennington is served by Kennington.
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