Hendon vs Streatham

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

Our recommendation

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

Rent comparison

Hendonwinner

Barnet
1-bed flat£1,400/mo
2-bed flat£1,850/mo
Zone(s)3, 4

Streatham

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

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Hendon
4
Streatham
4

Green space

Hendon
7
Streatham
8

Nightlife

Hendon
3
Streatham
4

Café density

Hendon
5
Streatham
5

Gym density

Hendon
5
Streatham
5

Walkability

Hendon
6
Streatham
6

Food scene

Hendon
5
Streatham
5

Young professionals

Hendon
5
Streatham
5

Safety

Hendon
7
Streatham
7

Transport

Hendon
6
Streatham
5

Hendon

Outer-north value with Northern line access, Middlesex University nearby, and practical rather than fashionable amenities.

  • Good affordability for north-west London
  • Northern line into central London
  • Everyday shops and restaurants
  • Longer journeys to east and south London
  • Less nightlife
  • Main roads can feel car-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 Hendon or Streatham better to live in?

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

Is Hendon cheaper than Streatham?

Hendon and Streatham have similar rents — both around £1,400/month for a 1-bed flat.

Which has better transport — Hendon or Streatham?

Hendon scores higher for transport (6/10 vs 5/10). Hendon is served by Hendon Central. Streatham is served by Streatham.

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