A bustling area full of culture, Brixton is well known for their street food, vintage stores, and fresh produce that reflects the area’s Caribbean roots. Situated at the end of the Victoria line, Brixton is home to music, arts and food, including the well-known O2 Academy which has played host for the Rolling Stones, Blondie, Travis Scott and the Gorillaz.
Community vibe
Excellent transport links
Excellent amenities
Brixton has a long timeline of history, dating back to the 18th Century (yes, that long ago!). From the opening of Vauxhall Bridge in 1816 to the vibrant neighbourhood it is now, Brixton has gone through a lot of changes throughout its history, making it an exciting place to live.
Brixton is blessed with great transport links. The area is situated on the Victoria line with tube services running every 3-5 minutes. Brixton has a train station with departures to London Victoria and Orpington and has bus services running throughout the area to destinations all over Greater London.
Among the hustle and bustle, there is Brixton Market located on Electric Avenue, yep it's actually a real place which the iconic song is based on. A street filled with bars, cafes and restaurants with a strong community feel and cultural vibe.
Young population, Students, Families, Good community vibe
Lively community, Excellent music & entertainment venues, Restaurants, Cafes, Markets
Urban area that's safe for students and young professionals living or visiting Brixton
Located in South Brixton, in-between Herne Hill and Tulse Hill, is Brockwell Park. One of Lambeth’s 12 Green Flag Award-winning parks, it hosts almost 4 million visitors a year. There’s many facilities to visit whilst at Brockwell Park, including the Brockwell Lido, a miniature railway, walled gardens and a café inside Brockwell Hall. The most loved thing about this park is the view from the hill, the ; a wonderful panoramic skyline view of the City of London.
Named as one of the best London music venues, Brixton Academy has played host to a number of notable artists in it’s past. Originally opening as a cinema in 1929, it went through a renovation in the 80s turning into the iconic music venue we know it as today. Notable performances from well-known artists include The Smiths’, Madonna and The Prodigy. With a capacity of only 4,921, Brixton Academy feels more intimate and that’s why many people love this venue.
Opposite Brixton Train Station is Pop Brixton, a lively community space accommodating a number of trendy bars, eateries and live events. The creators have turned disused land into a trendy, community space for local businesses to thrive. Using empty shipping containers to host the businesses, it’s visually exciting and makes you want to see what’s happening!
Located in South Brixton, in-between Herne Hill and Tulse Hill, is Brockwell Park. One of Lambeth’s 12 Green Flag Award-winning parks, it hosts almost 4 million visitors a year. There’s many facilities to visit whilst at Brockwell Park, including the Brockwell Lido, a miniature railway, walled gardens and a café inside Brockwell Hall. The most loved thing about this park is the view from the hill, the ; a wonderful panoramic skyline view of the City of London.
Named as one of the best London music venues, Brixton Academy has played host to a number of notable artists in it’s past. Originally opening as a cinema in 1929, it went through a renovation in the 80s turning into the iconic music venue we know it as today. Notable performances from well-known artists include The Smiths’, Madonna and The Prodigy. With a capacity of only 4,921, Brixton Academy feels more intimate and that’s why many people love this venue.
Opposite Brixton Train Station is Pop Brixton, a lively community space accommodating a number of trendy bars, eateries and live events. The creators have turned disused land into a trendy, community space for local businesses to thrive. Using empty shipping containers to host the businesses, it’s visually exciting and makes you want to see what’s happening!
House
£2,488
Per month, based on 3 bedroom property
Halls
£1,160
Per month, dependant on chosen halls
Utilities
£119
Per month
Wifi
£32.00
Per month
Council Tax
£1,061
Per year
Fibre Download Speed
362 Mbps
Fibre Upload Speed
20 Mbps
5G/4G
Good Coverage
Based on all major phone networks
Pint of Beer
£3.00
Gym Membership
£40.00
Per month
Weekly Food Shop
£28.00
A speciality coffee shop serving Keto coffee blends amongst your staple favourites
An independent Italian restaurant serving fresh pasta in Brixton Village.
An independent bookstore that sells second-hand books from general fiction to rare first edition gems
London's last working windmill allows tours and you can even buy flour that's made on site
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Around 15/20 years ago Brixton used to be quite bad for safety and crime, however it’s changed massively to fit the demographic living there now. Although still urban and lively, Brixton is safe for students, young people and professionals due to the massive community feeling of the area. Since it’s unapologetically noisy, Brixton is always alive and surrounded with residents and visitors, a perfect place to live if you want to immerse yourself in the culture and community!
There are a few universities surrounding the Brixton area which the majority have student accommodation facilities. The main universities in Brixton are South Bank UTC, School of Communication Arts and King’s College London.
What transport isn't in Brixton? It's a hub of commuters! Transport in Brixton is plentiful, with many options to choose from depending on where you’re going. The underground is the obvious choice, since Brixton is on the Victoria line and the tube runs every 3-5 minutes from early morning to late into the night. Brixton is also part of the Night Tube so if you’re wanting to venture out on Friday/Saturday night, you’re guaranteed a way home. Brixton has a train station which is run by Southeastern Railway and journey’s to London Victoria and Orpington are available. Lastly, there’s a lot of bus services going through Brixton to many London destinations including the City of London, Croydon, Streatham and Tooting Broadway.
There are a lot of cool, unique places to visit in Brixton, including the ones we’ve already mentioned above. Brixton Market is the beating heart of the area, supplying street food and a lively atmosphere 7 days a week, until late. Brixton Village is also home to multiple shops and cafes to try out, including Carribean cuisine experts Fish, Wings and Tings and vintage homeware store Circus. Nightlife in Brixton is rich with history and people travel from all over to experience it. The Ritzy is a Brixton institution, being one of the oldest cinemas in South London.
Yes! Most students and young people rent apartments or Victorian converted terrace houses, which are the cheapest properties in Brixton. Rental prices are quite low considering the location of the area and how close to the City it is. Having a good budget set out first before moving to Brixton is important to check if you can afford to live here.
The average price of rent per month in Brixton, based on a three bed property, is approximately £2488.