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

Islington
1-bed flat£2,000/mo
2-bed flat£2,700/mo
Zone(s)2

Blackheathwinner

Lewisham
1-bed flat£1,700/mo
2-bed flat£2,200/mo
Zone(s)3

Islington is £300/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Islington
7
Blackheath
3

Green space

Islington
5
Blackheath
10

Nightlife

Islington
7
Blackheath
3

Café density

Islington
9
Blackheath
8

Gym density

Islington
8
Blackheath
6

Walkability

Islington
9
Blackheath
8

Food scene

Islington
9
Blackheath
7

Young professionals

Islington
9
Blackheath
5

Safety

Islington
7
Blackheath
9

Transport

Islington
9
Blackheath
5

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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