Living in Vauxhall

A bustling area with great nightlife and excellent transport links. With the train station located on the boundary of Zone 1 and 2, getting to the city centre couldn’t be easier. With a town centre full of great amenities and a tight knit community feel, Vauxhall is quickly becoming an ideal destination for renters and students alike.

Area key takeouts

Excellent amenities

Excellent transport links

Welcoming Community

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Vauxhall in a snapshot

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Vauxhall is blessed with excellent transport links. Vauxhall station is one of South London’s major transport hubs, serving the Victoria Line. The station also offers regular Overground services to London Waterloo.
 

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Vauxhall is well known for its excellent nightlife, as the club scene has grown massively over the years. With a thriving LQBTQ scene and a large number of pubs, bars and party boats located on the river's edge. 

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If you’re a James Bond lover, you’ll recognise the well known MI6 building located on the river's edge in Vauxhall. This is one of London’s most iconic landmarks and a must see if you live in Vauxhall. 

Demographic

Students, Young professionals, Community Vibe

Attributes

Lively community, Excellent music and entertainment venues, Great transport links

Safety

A fairly safe area with an annual crime rate at 118.92 crimes committed, per thousand population. Most crimes committed fall under antisocial behaviour. 

Welcome to Vauxhall

An up and coming lively neighbourhood, with plenty of things to do and see, these are our top picks for Vauxhall.

Spend a night at Tamesis Dock

A party bar on the water, Tamesis Dock offers food, drinks and dancing on deck. Located on a converted 1930’s barge on the Thames, with great views of Parliament and the London Eye. Enjoy live music and DJ’s for a unique night out in Vauxhall. 

Visit Vauxhall City Farm

If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, Vauxhall City Farm is a little piece of the countryside right in the heart of London. The farm is home to a number of animals including sheep, chickens, goats, alpacas and pigs. 

Give Axe Throwing a go

Situated in Arch 25, Handel Business Centre, Whistle Punks is London’s first axe-throwing centre. If you’re after a completely unique activity, this is definitely the place to visit. This is the perfect place to hang out with your friends, accompanied with great music and professional axe throwers on hand to guide you. 

Vauxhall

Ameneties

Supermarkets
Tesco Express , Sainsbury’s Local , Little Waitrose
Gyms
The Gym Group London Vauxhall , Vauxhall Leisure Centre , The Foundry Gym

Universities

Camberwell College of Arts
Central Saint Martins
Chelsea College of Arts

Transport Links

Tube Stations
Vauxhall Tube Station - Victoria Line
Train Stations
Vauxhall Train Station - South Western Railway
Bus Services
2, 36, 77, 87, 88, 156, 185, 196, 344, 360, 436, 452, N2, N87, N136

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Cost of living in the area

Monthly rent average

House

£3,170

Per month, dependant on 3 bedroom property

Halls

£713

Per month, dependant on chose halls

Cost of bills

Utilities

£115

Per month

Wifi

£30

Per month

Council Tax

£798

Per year

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Connectivity

Fibre Download Speed

62Mbps

Fibre Upload Speed

25Mbps

5G/4G

Good Coverage

Based on all major phone networks

Other Expenses

Pint of Beer

£4.50

Gym Membership

£30

Per month

Weekly Food Shop

£27

The best spots in Vauxhall

For Brunch

Vanilla Black Coffee & Books

An independent brunch spot serving breakfast, lunch, cakes and coffee, with a boutique selection of books, gifts and greetings cards on sale. 

For Drinks

Vauxhall Food and Beer Garden

An outdoor bar offering international street food, draft beer, refreshing cocktails and wine. Plus 3 large LED screens broadcasting all major live sport.

For Dinner

Chokhi Dhani

An Indian restaurant serving traditional Indian food, bursting with flavour. As well as a vibrant atmosphere and exceptional service. 

For Fun

Vauxhall Park

A Green Flag Award-winning park, with lavender fields, tennis courts, basketball hoops and table tennis facilities. 

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Frequently asked questions about Vauxhall

Is Vauxhall a safe place to live?

Vauxhall has a strong sense of community, as well as a lively night scene that is often filled with young people. For the most part, Vauxhall is safe for young people, with the highest crime rate relating to antisocial behaviour. 

Does Vauxhall have good transport links?

As Vauxhall is next to the Thames and within walking distance of Waterloo, it has excellent transport links. Vauxhall’s train station is served by the national rail and there is also a tube station on the Victoria line. This means you can get to Oxford Circus in roughly 6 minutes. 

Does Vauxhall have a water taxi?

If you’re not one taking the train, Vauxhall also provides river taxis for those who need it. The Thames Clipper stops at St George’s Wharf Pier roughly every 20 minutes on a weekday and is a fun way to get around town, weather dependent. 

Is there a student population in Vauxhall?

Whilst not being the ultimate student hub, the residents who live in Vauxhall are largely young professionals and students taking advantage of the easy commute, riverside location and the number of nightclubs in the area. In recent years Vauxhall has seen a rise in young people moving to the area, making it the ideal location for students. 

What is the average rent price in Vauxhall?

Based on a 3 bed property, the average rent price falls between £2,800 and £3,200 per month, depending on location. 

Lettings agents in Vauxhall

Oakmans Estate Agents

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The Stay Club

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