Putney vs Stockwell
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 Stockwell.
Rent comparison
Putney
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LambethPutney is £250/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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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
Stockwell
A compact interchange between Brixton, Vauxhall, and Clapham with Victoria and Northern line access.
- ✓Victoria and Northern lines
- ✓Very good position for south/central commutes
- ✓Lower-key than Brixton or Clapham
- →Fewer destination amenities
- →Some busy road edges
- →Less green than neighbouring commons areas
Frequently asked questions
Is Putney or Stockwell better to live in?
Putney scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Stockwell.
Is Putney cheaper than Stockwell?
Stockwell 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 Stockwell?
Stockwell scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 7/10). Putney is served by Putney and East Putney. Stockwell is served by Stockwell.
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