Islington vs Blackheath
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Islington scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Blackheath.
Rent comparison
Islington
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LewishamIslington is £300/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
Lively
Green space
Nightlife
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
Young professionals
Safety
Transport
Islington
Polished, professional, and well-fed. Upper Street has more restaurants than most postcodes have houses.
- ✓Strong restaurant and bar scene
- ✓Two fast tube lines to the City
- ✓Lots of young professionals
- ✓Walkable street grid
- →Expensive
- →Limited green space within the postcode itself
Blackheath
A village-like south-east option with the heath, handsome streets, and a calmer profile near Greenwich.
- ✓Huge open heath
- ✓Attractive village centre
- ✓Quiet, well-kept residential streets
- →Rail-only commute
- →Expensive for south-east London
- →Quiet evening scene
Frequently asked questions
Is Islington or Blackheath better to live in?
Islington scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Blackheath.
Is Islington cheaper than Blackheath?
Blackheath is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,700 vs £2,000 in Islington, a saving of £300/month.
Which has better transport — Islington or Blackheath?
Islington scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 5/10). Islington is served by Angel and Highbury & Islington. Blackheath is served by Blackheath.
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