Kentish Town vs Earlsfield
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Earlsfield offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
Kentish Town
CamdenEarlsfieldwinner
WandsworthKentish Town is £150/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
Kentish Town
The unflashy Camden — same Northern line, cheaper rent, fewer tourists.
- ✓Northern line + Thameslink in one station
- ✓Hampstead Heath a 15-minute walk
- ✓Good pubs
- →High street is functional rather than charming
Earlsfield
A quieter Wandsworth option with rail to Waterloo, local pubs, and access to south-west commons.
- ✓Quick rail to Waterloo
- ✓Calmer than Clapham
- ✓Good local pubs and gyms
- →No tube
- →Limited nightlife
- →Can feel expensive for rail-only access
Frequently asked questions
Is Kentish Town or Earlsfield better to live in?
Earlsfield offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Kentish Town cheaper than Earlsfield?
Earlsfield is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,600 vs £1,750 in Kentish Town, a saving of £150/month.
Which has better transport — Kentish Town or Earlsfield?
Kentish Town scores higher for transport (8/10 vs 6/10). Kentish Town is served by Kentish Town. Earlsfield is served by Earlsfield.
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