Wimbledon vs Kennington
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Kennington scores higher overall, though Wimbledon may offer better affordability.
Rent comparison
Wimbledonwinner
MertonKennington
LambethKennington is £200/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
Lively
Green space
Nightlife
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
Young professionals
Safety
Transport
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
Kennington
A calmer Zone 1/2 pocket with Georgian streets, Northern line access, and good links to Waterloo and the City.
- ✓Central but more residential than Vauxhall
- ✓Northern line branches
- ✓Good pubs and local streets
- →Limited late-night scene
- →Premium prices for central calm
- →Some road-heavy edges
Frequently asked questions
Is Wimbledon or Kennington better to live in?
Kennington scores higher overall, though Wimbledon may offer better affordability.
Is Wimbledon cheaper than Kennington?
Wimbledon is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,700 vs £1,900 in Kennington, a saving of £200/month.
Which has better transport — Wimbledon or Kennington?
Kennington scores higher for transport (8/10 vs 7/10). Wimbledon is served by Wimbledon. Kennington is served by Kennington.
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