About Brixton

Brixton is a town in Lambeth, Greater London. Neighbouring communities include Stockwell and Herne Hill.

School Ratings in Brixton

Families in Brixton have access to 874 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brixton

Homes sell for an average of £683K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £487K.

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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Brixton

Brixton benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,066 sales

Average Price £683K
£200 £50.07M
Detached £1.24M 25
Semi £1.6M 64
Terraced £935K 588
Flat £487K 3,190

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.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
2/10
9,392 Children (0-15) 14%
53,354 Working Age 78%
8,643 Older (60+) 13%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 52.9% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 53.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Brixton 3,715 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

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.

846 Violence & Sexual Offences
712 Anti-Social Behaviour
402 Theft from Person
333 Shoplifting
267 Other Theft
210 Vehicle Crime
178 Criminal Damage & Arson
175 Public Order
157 Robbery
154 Drugs
125 Burglary
98 Bicycle Theft
37 Other Crime
21 Weapons
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Brixton Train Station 0.2 miles
Loughborough Junction Train Station 0.3 miles
Herne Hill Train Station 0.7 miles
Clapham High Street Train Station 1.1 miles
East Dulwich Train Station 1.2 miles
Wandsworth Road Train Station 1.4 miles

Location

Local Government

District Lambeth
Ward Stockwell East
Constituency Vauxhall
Parish Lambeth, unparished area
Region London