Streatham vs Sutton
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Sutton offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
Streatham
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SuttonStreatham is £150/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
Streatham
Long, practical, and better-value south London with commons nearby and rail links from several stations.
- ✓Good value for space
- ✓Streatham Common and Tooting Common nearby
- ✓Large everyday high street
- →No tube
- →Traffic-heavy main road
- →Commute depends on which station you live near
Sutton
Outer south London value with rail links, practical amenities, and a quieter residential profile.
- ✓Lower rents
- ✓Good rail access for the distance
- ✓Calm residential streets
- →Longer journeys into central London
- →Limited nightlife
- →Less young-professional density
Frequently asked questions
Is Streatham or Sutton better to live in?
Sutton offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Streatham cheaper than Sutton?
Sutton is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,250 vs £1,400 in Streatham, a saving of £150/month.
Which has better transport — Streatham or Sutton?
Streatham and Sutton score equally on transport (5/10). Streatham is served by Streatham. Sutton is served by Sutton.
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