10 best places to live in Lambeth

The London Eye and South Bank in the Borough of Lambeth

Lambeth is a borough that cuts a culturally diverse cross-section through central and South London. As a result, you’d be forgiven for not knowing quite where to start your property search in this unique area of the capital. We’ve drawn on the knowledge of Homeviews reviewers to rank the top ten best places to live in Lambeth.

Who could be better to guide the aspiring foodie than those who have already found the best restaurants in Lambeth? Who’s better placed to know the best primary schools in Lambeth than those currently raising families in the borough? Read on and find out what they have to say.

10 best new build developments in Lambeth

Let’s see how local residents ranked the best new homes in Lambeth. We only used the candid opinions and scores of verified residents to make this list.

*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how recently reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. More recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.

1. The Whitehouse Apartments, SE1

Galliard Homes
4.92 (11 reviews) 4.92 (11 reviews)
Area guide to South Bank
Image of The Whitehouse Apartments, SE1

Situated on London’s South Bank, opposite the Royal Festival Hall, The Whitehouse Apartments takes top spot in Lambeth. The development offers a selection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments. It’s just moments from Waterloo station, with its vast transport links via both Rail and Underground services and residents can enjoy rooftop gardens and a health and fitness suite.

Read reviews and details of The Whitehouse Apartments, SE1

2. Uncle Stockwell, SW8

Uncle – Realstar Living
4.42 (21 reviews) 4.42 (21 reviews)
Area guide to Nine Elms
Image of Uncle Stockwell, SW8

The number two development for Lambeth is this residential development by UNCLE in the heart of Stockwell. It features a collection of studios overlooking Larkhall Park. A rental-only property, Uncle Stockwell is close to Stockwell tube station (on the Victoria line) and Wandsworth Road station (for Overground and Southeastern National Rail links).

Read reviews and details of Uncle Stockwell, SW8

3. The Dumont, SE1

St James
4.54 (7 reviews) 4.54 (7 reviews)
Area guide to South Bank
Image of The Dumont, SE1

Sitting in third place is The Dumont, a mixed-use St James development in Southwark, which overlooks the River Thames. It’s home to a selection of studios and one to four-bedroom apartments. Vauxhall, the nearest station, offers brilliant links to the City via National Rail services and the Victoria line.

Read reviews and details of The Dumont, SE1

4. Nine Elms Point, SW8

Barratt London
4.50 (20 reviews) 4.50 (20 reviews)
Area guide to Nine Elms
Image of Nine Elms Point, SW8

Climbing to number four in Lambeth, it’s Nine Elms Point, a development by Barratt Homes which is a combined residential, cultural and business quarter. 648 homes are located within the space itself, and comprise one, two and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses. The development is adjacent to Vauxhall Underground, bus and rail station, offering rapid access to Oxford Circus via the Victoria line and Waterloo via the Overground.

Read reviews and details of Nine Elms Point, SW8

5. Wingate Square, SW4

Ipsus Developments
4.49 (8 reviews) 4.49 (8 reviews)
Area guide to Borough of Lambeth
Image of Wingate Square, SW4

Next we have Wingate Square, a residential development designed by Gerald Eve Architects comprising 170 two-bedroom homes in the heart of Clapham Junction. Situated equidistant between Clapham Common and Clapham Highstreet underground stations residents can reach Central London easily via the Northern line. Residents routinely mention the accessibility of the location and the great community spirit of the area.

Read reviews and details of Wingate Square, SW4

6. MyLo at Nine Elms, SW8

Greystar
4.26 (33 reviews) 4.26 (33 reviews)
Area guide to Nine Elms
Image of MyLo at Nine Elms, SW8

Taking number six is MyLo at Nine Elms, a rental development from Greystar. MyLo at Nine Elms has a collection of one, two, three-bedroom apartments and also, penthouses; all with their own private winter garden or outside space. Residents’ at MyLo at Nine Elms have access to a private gym, lounge, private hire dining space and communal roof gardens. Vauxhall station is only a seven-minute walk away with quick links via the Victoria line.

Read reviews and details of MyLo at Nine Elms, SW8

7. Norwich House, SW16

Columbia Group
4.27 (20 reviews) 4.27 (20 reviews)
Area guide to Borough of Lambeth
Image of Norwich House, SW16

Norwich House is a Columbia Group development located in Streatham Hill. Residents here enjoy great local amenities, such as being across the road from a local Tesco and just a four-minute walk from Streatham Hill station, which has direct trains to London Victoria and London Bridge every couple of minutes.

Read reviews and details of Norwich House, SW16

8. Vauxhall Sky Gardens, SW8

Frasers Property, Strawberry Star Developments
4.27 (14 reviews) 4.27 (14 reviews)
Area guide to Nine Elms
Image of Vauxhall Sky Gardens, SW8

In eighth, Vauxhall Sky Gardens is a Frasers Property mixed-use development comprising 239 one and two-bed apartments spanning over its 36 storeys. Commuters benefit from its close proximity to the transport hub at Vauxhall, as well as stylish modern interiors and fittings for the flats themselves.

Read reviews and details of Vauxhall Sky Gardens, SW8

9. The Water Tower, SE11

Bellway Homes
4.26 (12 reviews) 4.26 (12 reviews)
Area guide to Elephant & Castle
Image of The Water Tower, SE11

In ninth place, the Water Tower is a Bellway Homes development located in Elephant & Castle. There are 113 apartments available here, ranging from studio and one-to-four-bedroom apartments. It’s situated just an 8-minute walk from Elephant & Castle underground station, which is served by the Northern and Bakerloo lines. Residents say that it’s remarkably quiet and peaceful within the development, despite its central location.

Read reviews and details of The Water Tower, SE11

10. Derry Court (Streatham Park), SW16

Spenhill
4.24 (22 reviews) 4.24 (22 reviews)
Area guide to Borough of Lambeth
Image of Derry Court (Streatham Park), SW16

Taking the final spot in Lambeth, Derry Court is a residential development at 386 Streatham High Road in Streatham. Part of the building is above a 24-hour supermarket, next to the Celestial Church of Christ. Streatham Station is a two-minute walk from Derry Court, which is serviced by Southern and Thameslink trains.

Read reviews and details of Derry Court (Streatham Park), SW16

What are the benefits of living in the Lambeth borough?

Residents in Lambeth experience a lot of variety in both scenery and lifestyle, depending on where they settle. Running along the Thames at the borough’s northern tip, the South Bank provides one of London’s top arts scenes. There’s also the iconic London Eye right alongside the OXO Tower restaurant, both key fixtures of the London skyline.

History buffs have the Imperial War Museum and Lambeth Palace close at hand. Fun fact: the latter acts as the official London residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury. To live a bit of history, you might even do the Lambeth Walk yourself! The Walk was historically one of London’s most famous streets, later giving its name to the popular dance of the 1930s.

Moving into the district of Vauxhall, watching first-class cricket at the Oval is a must for enthusiasts, while members of the LGBTQ+ community will find plenty of well-established bars and clubs in the area. There are even recent plans to establish the UK’s first LGBTQ+ supportive retirement village in the Bankhouse development. This is a new property designed by the renowned Sir Norman Foster.

Further south, Brixton and Clapham have become bywords for regeneration. From the electric atmosphere of a night out at Brixton’s O2 Academy to relaxing walks around the green expanse of Clapham Common on a Sunday, it is little wonder the areas have drawn in a steady stream of students and young professionals. The improved transport links, pacier lifestyle, and culturally vibrant communities all make these areas attractive to this demographic. The knock-on effect has been increased investment in the area, but also rising house prices, with figures showing a 50% increase over the last 10 years across multiple postcodes.

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Average property prices in Lambeth

The average house price in Lambeth is around £695,254. However, you can expect a big price range between similarly-sized properties across the borough.

Those able to pay the premium for a South Bank property can expect to buy for £961,000. If you’re hunting at the opposite end of the borough in suburban Streatham, expect far lower, albeit rising, prices in the region of £568,000. The Brixton and Clapham averages sit between this range at roughly £623,000 and £853,000 respectively.

For renting, the average cost per calendar month in the borough is £3,683, according to data from Home.co.uk. This places it slightly above the London average, of £3,240 per calendar month.


For a more detailed view of what Lambeth has to offer, check out our area guide section.  It has everything you need to get a better sense of the borough. From the cultural imprints of significant Afro-Caribbean and Portuguese communities, to fashionable eateries, popular pubs and the excellent links with the rest of central London, Lambeth is worth your attention.

Borough of Lambeth

Borough of Lambeth
Lambeth occupies a prime South London location close to some of the capital’s biggest attractions, but not so close it’s packed with tourists. It stretches from the Thames’ South Bank and ends just beyond the residential areas of Streatham and Norwood. Read on to Read more about Borough of Lambeth
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