Stoke Newington 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

Stoke Newington

Hackney
1-bed flat£1,700/mo
2-bed flat£2,200/mo
Zone(s)2

Earlsfieldwinner

Wandsworth
1-bed flat£1,600/mo
2-bed flat£2,050/mo
Zone(s)3

Stoke Newington is £100/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Stoke Newington
5
Earlsfield
7

Green space

Stoke Newington
7
Earlsfield
7

Nightlife

Stoke Newington
5
Earlsfield
4

Café density

Stoke Newington
8
Earlsfield
8

Gym density

Stoke Newington
6
Earlsfield
8

Walkability

Stoke Newington
8
Earlsfield
8

Food scene

Stoke Newington
8
Earlsfield
8

Young professionals

Stoke Newington
7
Earlsfield
9

Safety

Stoke Newington
7
Earlsfield
8

Transport

Stoke Newington
6
Earlsfield
6

Stoke Newington

Independent shops, cafés and Clissold Park give Stokey a slower, family-leaning energy than its Hackney neighbours.

  • Clissold Park
  • Independent retail and food
  • Strong sense of community
  • No tube
  • Overground gets crowded at peak
  • Limited late-night options

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 Stoke Newington or Earlsfield better to live in?

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

Is Stoke Newington cheaper than Earlsfield?

Earlsfield is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,600 vs £1,700 in Stoke Newington, a saving of £100/month.

Which has better transport — Stoke Newington or Earlsfield?

Stoke Newington and Earlsfield score equally on transport (6/10). Stoke Newington is served by Stoke Newington and Rectory Road. Earlsfield is served by Earlsfield.

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