Is Brixton a good area in London?

It’s consistently near the top of violent crime rates. In the last full figures released, it was the third worst borough in London for violent crime. If the question is simply “is Brixton less safe than other areas in London” then broadly speaking I’d say it probably is.

What is Brixton UK known for?

Although Brixton Markets sells goods from all over the world, it is primarily known for it’s wide range of food and goods from Africa and the Caribbean. The Market is both open air in the street (the famous “Electric Avenue”) as well as covered market arcades holding dozens and dozens of independent shops.

Is it nice to live in Brixton?

In 2013, Brixton was voted one of the UK’s coolest places to live by The Times and won the Great Neighbourhood Award granted by the Academy of Urbanism and the area continues to feature highly on lists of London’s desirable places to live.

Is it safe to stay in Brixton?

Brixton is among the bottom of London neighbourhoods in terms of safety records. Below is our safety score for the area aroundBrixton station. It is scored at 6, which is ranking based and the best performing neighbourhood in England scored at 100.

How many riots have there been in Brixton?

1981 Brixton riot – 11 April 1981. 1985 Brixton riot – 28 September 1985. 1995 Brixton riot – 13 December 1995. 2011 Brixton riot – 7 August 2011; see 2011 England riots.

Is Brixton safe during the day?

Surprisingly, the vibrant South London town of Brixton was named the second most dangerous location on the list. According to one Londoner, it is risky to even look someone in the eye in the borough.

Why you should live in Brixton?

Living in Brixton provides excellent transport links and an excellent central location in the soul of the capital. This area of south London has seen a huge boost in popularity in recent years! Living in Brixton provides excellent commuter links across London and is one of the trendiest places to live in the capital!

Is it safe in Brixton?

Is Brixton safe for tourists?

Is Brixton a hipster?

According to the ‘London Hipster Index’ – whatever that is – Brixton is now the most hipster neighbourhood in London, with the neighbourhood now housing no less than fifteen craft coffee shops, eight record stores and eleven nightclubs.