Peckham vs Streatham
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Peckham scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Streatham.
Rent comparison
Peckham
SouthwarkStreathamwinner
LambethPeckham is £150/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
Lively
Green space
Nightlife
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
Young professionals
Safety
Transport
Peckham
Frank's Rooftop Bar in summer; everything-else-too in winter. Cheap-ish, creative, increasingly polished.
- ✓Strong food and nightlife
- ✓Cheaper than its northern counterparts
- ✓Big arts and music scene
- →No tube
- →Higher reported crime than neighbours
- →Variable street feel
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 Peckham or Streatham better to live in?
Peckham scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Streatham.
Is Peckham cheaper than Streatham?
Streatham is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,400 vs £1,550 in Peckham, a saving of £150/month.
Which has better transport — Peckham or Streatham?
Peckham scores higher for transport (6/10 vs 5/10). Peckham is served by Peckham Rye. Streatham is served by Streatham.
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