Putney vs Highgate
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Putney scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Highgate.
Rent comparison
Putney
WandsworthHighgatewinner
HaringeyPutney is £100/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
Lively
Green space
Nightlife
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
Young professionals
Safety
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
Highgate
Leafy hilltop living between Hampstead Heath, Waterlow Park, and the Northern line.
- ✓Green, residential streets
- ✓Good access to the Heath and Waterlow Park
- ✓Village feel without leaving the tube network
- →Quieter than most young-professional areas
- →Hilltop location can add time to station walks
- →Premium rents for limited stock
Frequently asked questions
Is Putney or Highgate better to live in?
Putney scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Highgate.
Is Putney cheaper than Highgate?
Highgate is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,750 vs £1,850 in Putney, a saving of £100/month.
Which has better transport — Putney or Highgate?
Putney scores higher for transport (7/10 vs 6/10). Putney is served by Putney and East Putney. Highgate is served by Highgate.
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