Wimbledon vs Streatham
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Wimbledon scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Streatham.
Rent comparison
Wimbledon
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LambethWimbledon is £300/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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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
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 Wimbledon or Streatham better to live in?
Wimbledon scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Streatham.
Is Wimbledon cheaper than Streatham?
Streatham is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,400 vs £1,700 in Wimbledon, a saving of £300/month.
Which has better transport — Wimbledon or Streatham?
Wimbledon scores higher for transport (7/10 vs 5/10). Wimbledon is served by Wimbledon. Streatham is served by Streatham.
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