Kennington vs Blackheath
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Kennington scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Blackheath.
Rent comparison
Kennington
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LewishamKennington is £200/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
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
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 Kennington or Blackheath better to live in?
Kennington scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Blackheath.
Is Kennington cheaper than Blackheath?
Blackheath is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,700 vs £1,900 in Kennington, a saving of £200/month.
Which has better transport — Kennington or Blackheath?
Kennington scores higher for transport (8/10 vs 5/10). Kennington is served by Kennington. Blackheath is served by Blackheath.
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