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Brixton

Area · Inner London

A
schoolsA
amenitiesA+
transportA+
outdoor-activitiesB+

Housing

Average sold price: £544,395

  • all dwelling types£544,395
  • terraced house prices£929,823
  • semi-detached house prices£935,000
  • flats and maisonettes prices£494,582

Safety

Crime level: high

Crimes per 1,000: 171

Schools

    Transport

    • Brixton (Victoria)
    • Stockwell (Victoria)
    • Clapham North (Northern)
    • Clapham Common (Northern)
    • Nine Elms (Northern)

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    FAQ

    Q: Is Brixton a nice place to live?
A: Yes, Brixton is an excellent place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of A. This means it is among the top places to live in London. The area has a vibrant social scene, perfect for those who enjoy going out. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.

Q: How safe is Brixton?
A: Brixton has a high crime rate for an Inner London suburb, with around 171 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 129% above the national average, and 58% above the Inner London average.

Q: What are the best schools in Brixton?
A: Brixton has 114 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools are Jessop Primary School and Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include St Helen's Catholic Primary School and St John's Angell Town Church of England Primary School. Note: 6 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.

Q: What are the demographics of Brixton?
A: Brixton has a diverse ethnic mix with no single group forming a majority. Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (63%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.