Wimbledon vs Belsize Park

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

Our recommendation

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

Rent comparison

Wimbledonwinner

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

Belsize Park

Camden
1-bed flat£1,950/mo
2-bed flat£2,600/mo
Zone(s)2

Belsize Park is £250/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Wimbledon
4
Belsize Park
3

Green space

Wimbledon
10
Belsize Park
9

Nightlife

Wimbledon
4
Belsize Park
4

Café density

Wimbledon
6
Belsize Park
8

Gym density

Wimbledon
7
Belsize Park
6

Walkability

Wimbledon
7
Belsize Park
8

Food scene

Wimbledon
6
Belsize Park
7

Young professionals

Wimbledon
6
Belsize Park
5

Safety

Wimbledon
9
Belsize Park
8

Transport

Wimbledon
7
Belsize Park
6

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

Belsize Park

A calmer, well-kept pocket between Primrose Hill and Hampstead, with a residential feel and premium pricing.

  • Excellent access to parks and Hampstead Heath
  • Attractive streets and mansion blocks
  • Good cafes without Camden-level crowds
  • High cost for limited nightlife
  • Northern line is the main tube option
  • Less social energy than nearby Camden

Frequently asked questions

Is Wimbledon or Belsize Park better to live in?

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

Is Wimbledon cheaper than Belsize Park?

Wimbledon is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,700 vs £1,950 in Belsize Park, a saving of £250/month.

Which has better transport — Wimbledon or Belsize Park?

Wimbledon scores higher for transport (7/10 vs 6/10). Wimbledon is served by Wimbledon. Belsize Park is served by Belsize Park.

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