Putney vs Belsize Park

A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.

Our recommendation

Putney offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.

Rent comparison

Putneywinner

Wandsworth
1-bed flat£1,850/mo
2-bed flat£2,400/mo
Zone(s)2, 3

Belsize Park

Camden
1-bed flat£1,950/mo
2-bed flat£2,600/mo
Zone(s)2

Belsize Park is £100/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Putney
5
Belsize Park
3

Green space

Putney
9
Belsize Park
9

Nightlife

Putney
5
Belsize Park
4

Café density

Putney
7
Belsize Park
8

Gym density

Putney
8
Belsize Park
6

Walkability

Putney
7
Belsize Park
8

Food scene

Putney
6
Belsize Park
7

Young professionals

Putney
8
Belsize Park
5

Safety

Putney
8
Belsize Park
8

Transport

Putney
7
Belsize Park
6

Putney

River, Richmond Park nearby, and a clean South-West rail line to Waterloo. Slightly older professional crowd than Clapham.

  • Thames Path and rowing on the river
  • Easy access to Richmond Park
  • Clean residential feel
  • Pricey
  • Slower to East London

Belsize Park

A calmer, well-kept pocket between Primrose Hill and Hampstead, with a residential feel and premium pricing.

  • Excellent access to parks and Hampstead Heath
  • Attractive streets and mansion blocks
  • Good cafes without Camden-level crowds
  • High cost for limited nightlife
  • Northern line is the main tube option
  • Less social energy than nearby Camden

Frequently asked questions

Is Putney or Belsize Park better to live in?

Putney offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.

Is Putney cheaper than Belsize Park?

Putney is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,850 vs £1,950 in Belsize Park, a saving of £100/month.

Which has better transport — Putney or Belsize Park?

Putney scores higher for transport (7/10 vs 6/10). Putney is served by Putney and East Putney. Belsize Park is served by Belsize Park.

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