Stratford vs Putney
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Stratford offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
Stratfordwinner
NewhamPutney
WandsworthPutney is £250/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
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Stratford or Putney better to live in?
Stratford offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Stratford cheaper than Putney?
Stratford is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,600 vs £1,850 in Putney, a saving of £250/month.
Which has better transport — Stratford or Putney?
Stratford scores higher for transport (10/10 vs 7/10). Stratford is served by Stratford. Putney is served by Putney andEast Putney.
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