Wimbledon vs Vauxhall

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

Our recommendation

Vauxhall scores higher overall, though Wimbledon may offer better affordability.

Rent comparison

Wimbledonwinner

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

Vauxhall

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

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

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Wimbledon
4
Vauxhall
6

Green space

Wimbledon
10
Vauxhall
7

Nightlife

Wimbledon
4
Vauxhall
6

Café density

Wimbledon
6
Vauxhall
7

Gym density

Wimbledon
7
Vauxhall
9

Walkability

Wimbledon
7
Vauxhall
7

Food scene

Wimbledon
6
Vauxhall
6

Young professionals

Wimbledon
6
Vauxhall
8

Safety

Wimbledon
9
Vauxhall
6

Transport

Wimbledon
7
Vauxhall
10

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

Vauxhall

A central, transport-heavy riverside area with new-build flats, nightlife pockets, and quick Victoria line access.

  • Victoria line and rail interchange
  • Walk or cycle to Westminster and the South Bank
  • Modern flats and gyms
  • Roads and junctions dominate the centre
  • Can feel anonymous
  • Prices are high around new developments

Frequently asked questions

Is Wimbledon or Vauxhall better to live in?

Vauxhall scores higher overall, though Wimbledon may offer better affordability.

Is Wimbledon cheaper than Vauxhall?

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

Which has better transport — Wimbledon or Vauxhall?

Vauxhall scores higher for transport (10/10 vs 7/10). Wimbledon is served by Wimbledon. Vauxhall is served by Vauxhall.

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