Tooting vs Romford
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 Romford.
Rent comparison
Tooting
WandsworthRomfordwinner
HaveringTooting is £300/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
Romford
Far-east London value with Elizabeth line rail, a large retail centre, and more nightlife than many outer suburbs.
- ✓Elizabeth line and rail access
- ✓Low rents for the model
- ✓Large shopping and evening economy
- →Longer commute to central/west London
- →Feels separate from inner London
- →Car-oriented edges
Frequently asked questions
Is Tooting or Romford better to live in?
Tooting scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Romford.
Is Tooting cheaper than Romford?
Romford is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,200 vs £1,500 in Tooting, a saving of £300/month.
Which has better transport — Tooting or Romford?
Tooting and Romford score equally on transport (7/10). Tooting is served by Tooting Broadway and Tooting Bec. Romford is served by Romford.
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