Stratford vs Ealing
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Ealing offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
Stratford
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EalingStratford is £50/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
Stratford
Olympic legacy regen — high-rises, the largest urban park in Europe, and probably the best-connected station in London.
- ✓Six rail/tube services
- ✓Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
- ✓Strong gym/leisure infrastructure
- →Feels corporate in places
- →Limited independent food scene
- →Westfield-centric
Ealing
Green, suburban West-London with the Elizabeth line cutting the commute to Paddington and the City.
- ✓Elizabeth line is transformative
- ✓Big green spaces (Walpole Park, Pitshanger)
- ✓Safer, calmer feel
- →Sprawly and less walkable
- →Quieter than Zone 2
Frequently asked questions
Is Stratford or Ealing better to live in?
Ealing offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Stratford cheaper than Ealing?
Ealing is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,550 vs £1,600 in Stratford, a saving of £50/month.
Which has better transport — Stratford or Ealing?
Stratford scores higher for transport (10/10 vs 9/10). Stratford is served by Stratford. Ealing is served by Ealing Broadway.
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