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Location in Greater LondonBrixton sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Brixton
Brixton is a town in Greater London, England. Addresses here fall under the SW9 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Stockwell and Herne Hill.
Around 51,450 people live in Brixton, a densely built-up urban area. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Brixton sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.
School Ratings in Brixton
Families in Brixton have access to 877 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brixton
Homes sell for an average of £656K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £485K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brixton
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Brixton, with 712 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Brixton
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brixton around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Brixton
There are 187 GP surgeries within three miles of Brixton, the nearest being Hetherington At The Pavilion (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Brixton
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Property Prices 3,875 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SW9 postcode area.
Household Income in Brixton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brixton is approximately £69,070 a year before tax, 25% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £48,930. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £48,930.
Businesses in Brixton ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,083 active businesses based in Brixton, around 40 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 28 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Brixton IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Brixton are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Brixton 3,715 crimes · April 2026
Crime figures for Brixton are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Brixton
Of the 21,950 households in and around Brixton, 26% are owned, 46% are socially rented and 28% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Brixton.