Putney vs Chiswick

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

Our recommendation

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

Rent comparison

Putney

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

Chiswickwinner

Hounslow
1-bed flat£1,800/mo
2-bed flat£2,400/mo
Zone(s)3

Putney is £50/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Putney
5
Chiswick
7

Green space

Putney
9
Chiswick
8

Nightlife

Putney
5
Chiswick
4

Café density

Putney
7
Chiswick
8

Gym density

Putney
8
Chiswick
8

Walkability

Putney
7
Chiswick
8

Food scene

Putney
6
Chiswick
8

Young professionals

Putney
8
Chiswick
9

Safety

Putney
8
Chiswick
8

Transport

Putney
7
Chiswick
8

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

Chiswick

Leafy west London with a strong high road, riverside access, and a calmer professional/family feel.

  • Good cafes, pubs, and independent shops
  • Close to the Thames and Chiswick House
  • District/Piccadilly options at Turnham Green
  • Slower to the City and east London
  • Quiet nightlife
  • Premium west London rents

Frequently asked questions

Is Putney or Chiswick better to live in?

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

Is Putney cheaper than Chiswick?

Chiswick is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,800 vs £1,850 in Putney, a saving of £50/month.

Which has better transport — Putney or Chiswick?

Chiswick scores higher for transport (8/10 vs 7/10). Putney is served by Putney and East Putney. Chiswick is served by Turnham Green.

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