Is SW2 Brixton Rush Common good for families?

Who lives in SW2?

Average · 22–27%23.4% of households have dependent children at the representative LSOA. Source: ONS Census 2021, table TS003 (Household composition), via nomisweb.

Families in SW2 — FAQ

Is SW2 good for families with kids?

SW2 scores 0/100 for family infrastructure — below average of the 179 London postcodes we track (rank 139). Within 1km you'll find 0 parks, 0 GP surgeries, 0 libraries and 0 supermarkets. 23.4% of nearby households have dependent children (low family density).

What are the best schools near SW2?

25 schools sit within a mile of SW2. Top-rated nearby primary by latest Ofsted: Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School (770m). Top secondary: Harris Academy Clapham (985m). The schools score of 100/100 reflects the density and Ofsted distribution within walking distance.

How long is the commute from SW2 for working parents?

Fastest door-to-door commute from SW2 is 32 minutes to Victoria, per TfL Journey Planner (08:15 weekday arrival). The full /moving-to page lists every central hub.

How much is council tax in SW2?

Band D council tax in SW2 is £2,030 a year (2025/26, includes the GLA precept). Families typically sit in Bands C–F; multiply roughly 0.89×, 1.0×, 1.11×, 1.22× and 1.44× for bands B, C, D, E, F respectively.

Are there enough parks and GPs in SW2?

0 parks, 0 GP surgeries, 0 libraries and 0 supermarkets sit within a kilometre of the representative postcode. Family infrastructure is weighted equally with schools and safety in the overall score because they are the everyday signals of whether life with young children works.

How does SW2 compare to other London areas for families?

SW2 ranks 139 of 179 London postcodes on our family-life index. See the neighbour list below for nearby alternatives that score higher or lower.