Wimbledon vs Acton

A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.

Our recommendation

Acton offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.

Rent comparison

Wimbledon

Merton
1-bed flat£1,700/mo
2-bed flat£2,200/mo
Zone(s)3

Actonwinner

Ealing
1-bed flat£1,500/mo
2-bed flat£1,900/mo
Zone(s)3

Wimbledon is £200/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Wimbledon
4
Acton
4

Green space

Wimbledon↑
10
Acton
7

Nightlife

Wimbledon↑
4
Acton
3

Café density

Wimbledon↑
6
Acton
5

Gym density

Wimbledon↑
7
Acton
5

Walkability

Wimbledon↑
7
Acton
6

Food scene

Wimbledon↑
6
Acton
5

Young professionals

Wimbledon
6
Acton
6

Safety

Wimbledon↑
9
Acton
7

Transport

Wimbledon
7
Acton↑
8

Wimbledon

Suburban, leafy, family-friendly — and home to one of the biggest urban commons in the world.

  • ✓Wimbledon Common
  • ✓Safe, quiet streets
  • ✓Fast rail into Waterloo
  • →Quiet at night
  • →Slower journeys to East London

Acton

Suburban West London with multiple stations and improving stock — quietly cheap for the connectivity.

  • ✓Several tube and Overground stations
  • ✓Cheaper than neighbouring postcodes
  • ✓Big parks
  • →Bland high street
  • →Limited evening life

Frequently asked questions

Is Wimbledon or Acton better to live in?

Acton offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.

Is Wimbledon cheaper than Acton?

Acton is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,500 vs £1,700 in Wimbledon, a saving of £200/month.

Which has better transport — Wimbledon or Acton?

Acton scores higher for transport (8/10 vs 7/10). Wimbledon is served by Wimbledon. Acton is served by Acton Town andActon Central.

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