Tooting vs Cricklewood
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Tooting scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Cricklewood.
Rent comparison
Tooting
WandsworthCricklewoodwinner
BrentTooting is £100/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
Tooting
South Asian food capital of London, plus Tooting Common and Lido. Cheaper than Clapham, with a stronger high street.
- ✓Outstanding South Asian food
- ✓Tooting Common and the Lido
- ✓Cheaper Zone 3 with direct Northern line
- →Northern line is the only tube option
- →Less of a bar scene
Cricklewood
A practical north-west option with Thameslink access, lower rents, and improving links around Brent Cross.
- ✓Good value near West Hampstead
- ✓Thameslink access
- ✓Everyday shops and local restaurants
- →Less polished public realm
- →Rail frequency matters more than tube access
- →Limited nightlife
Frequently asked questions
Is Tooting or Cricklewood better to live in?
Tooting scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Cricklewood.
Is Tooting cheaper than Cricklewood?
Cricklewood is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,400 vs £1,500 in Tooting, a saving of £100/month.
Which has better transport — Tooting or Cricklewood?
Tooting scores higher for transport (7/10 vs 6/10). Tooting is served by Tooting Broadway and Tooting Bec. Cricklewood is served by Cricklewood.
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