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
WandsworthBelsize Park
CamdenBelsize Park is £100/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Young professionals
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Transport
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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