Putney 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
Putney
WandsworthEarlsfieldwinner
WandsworthPutney is £250/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
Lively
Green space
Nightlife
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
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
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 Putney or Earlsfield better to live in?
Earlsfield offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Putney cheaper than Earlsfield?
Earlsfield is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,600 vs £1,850 in Putney, a saving of £250/month.
Which has better transport — Putney or Earlsfield?
Putney scores higher for transport (7/10 vs 6/10). Putney is served by Putney and East Putney. Earlsfield is served by Earlsfield.
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