Tottenham vs Streatham
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Tottenham offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
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LambethStreatham is £150/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
Tottenham
Fast Victoria line access at Tottenham Hale, lower rents, and a changing high street with mixed street-by-street feel.
- ✓Victoria line and rail from Tottenham Hale
- ✓Better affordability for north London
- ✓Improving food, breweries, and local projects
- →Variable street feel
- →Less polished public realm
- →Commutes depend heavily on station proximity
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Tottenham or Streatham better to live in?
Tottenham offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Tottenham cheaper than Streatham?
Tottenham is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,250 vs £1,400 in Streatham, a saving of £150/month.
Which has better transport — Tottenham or Streatham?
Tottenham scores higher for transport (8/10 vs 5/10). Tottenham is served by Tottenham Hale. Streatham is served by Streatham.
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