Tooting vs Earlsfield
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Earlsfield scores higher overall, though Tooting may offer better affordability.
Rent comparison
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WandsworthEarlsfield
WandsworthEarlsfield 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
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 Tooting or Earlsfield better to live in?
Earlsfield scores higher overall, though Tooting may offer better affordability.
Is Tooting cheaper than Earlsfield?
Tooting is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,500 vs £1,600 in Earlsfield, a saving of £100/month.
Which has better transport — Tooting or Earlsfield?
Tooting scores higher for transport (7/10 vs 6/10). Tooting is served by Tooting Broadway and Tooting Bec. Earlsfield is served by Earlsfield.
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