Living in Streatham
Long, practical, and better-value south London with commons nearby and rail links from several stations.
1-bed rent
£1,400/mo
2-bed rent
£1,850/mo
Transport zone
Zone 3
Fastest commute
~18 min
Transport from Streatham
Streatham
Streatham is served by the National Rail.
Commute times from Streatham
Estimated commute times to major London destinations by public transport.
| Destination | Commute time |
|---|---|
| Victoria | ~18 min |
| Waterloo | ~20 min |
| London Bridge | ~22 min |
| Bank / City | ~24 min |
| Oxford Circus / Soho | ~24 min |
| Liverpool Street | ~25 min |
| Paddington | ~25 min |
| Marylebone | ~26 min |
| Canary Wharf | ~27 min |
| King's Cross / St Pancras | ~28 min |
Streatham lifestyle profile
Green space
Safety
Walkability
Café density
Gym density
Food scene
Young professionals
Transport
Lively
Nightlife
Streatham strengths
- ✓Good value for space
- ✓Streatham Common and Tooting Common nearby
- ✓Large everyday high street
Trade-offs
- →No tube
- →Traffic-heavy main road
- →Commute depends on which station you live near
Who Streatham suits best
- →people who want peace, green space, and a calm base after work
- →sporty and fitness-focused people
Frequently asked questions
What is Streatham like to live in?
Long, practical, and better-value south London with commons nearby and rail links from several stations. The main strengths are good value for space and streatham common and tooting common nearby.
What is the average rent in Streatham?
The average 1-bedroom flat in Streatham costs around £1,400 per month. A 2-bedroom flat costs around £1,850 per month (market review estimate).
How long is the commute from Streatham?
The fastest commute from Streatham is to Victoria at approximately 18 minutes by public transport. The commute to Bank/City is around 24 minutes.
Is Streatham a good area to live in London?
Streatham is in Lambeth, Zone 3. It's well-suited to people who want peace, green space, and a calm base after work. The main trade-off is: no tube.
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Streatham is in Lambeth
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