Brixton’s Man and Van

Moving to a new home should be a fun and exciting period. You're embarking on a journey that can change your life for the better and so it shouldn't be ruined by the work involved. A quick call to Man and Van can eliminate all the work and stress involved as we not only tackle are you relocation related tasks, but also provide information on the London region so you can find a home that's right for you, starting with the SW2 area.

SW2 is one part of the larger South Western postcode district of London and it's surrounding area. Twenty-six other code areas make up the entire SW region, with SW1A to SW10 (SW1 also made up of multiple smaller region) used in London and SW11 to SW20 used in Battersea. This has allowed for many improvements to be made in in things like transport and navigation, the postal service and even street signs.

If you are moving to the SW2 area then you should know that you new home will be in or around Brixton, Brixton Hill, Streatham Hill, Tusle Hill, Clapham Park or the east of Balham. These all fall into the Borough of Lambeth and use the post town address of London. SW2 is close by to places such as Clapham, Stockwell, Streatham, Herne Hill, Dulwich, West Norwood, and more, which can be found in the SW4, SW9, SW12, SW6, SE21, SE24 and SE27 postcode areas. You should be aware that house prices have been on the rise in SW2, currently going from £260,000 to £808,000 for one to five bedrooms. Flats tend to cost approximately £217,000 to £454,000 for one to four bedrooms. The places that cost more to live in here are Criffel Avenue and Killieser Avenue.

Brixton is known for being a shopping capital of London because it features a wide assortment of shops and department stores. It is a diverse area with almost a quarter of all residents originating from African or Caribbean countries. There is a flourishing art and music scene in the area, with many galleries available. Places to live include housing estates and Victorian abodes. Brixton Market is a popular staple, as are the Brixton Murals and the Ritzy Cinema. There are many places of worship here, catering for various religions.

Streatham is an area of progress that has always recovered from slumps with constant redevelopment, and so there are many new stores, homes and leisure facilities available. Streatham Festival is fast becoming a key feature in the area and sports have always been important thanks to it's many teams and clubs for various games. Streatham Common and the Rookery are the largest open spaces here. Tulse Hill is known for it's affordable housing, and Clapham Park for it's open spaces, including Agnes Memorial Gardens and Metropolitan Clapham Park. Abbeville Village here features many independent shops, and numerous restaurants, cafes and bars and has a bustling night life.

To find out more about what Man and Van can do for you call us on 020 3743 9354 and we will tell you about all the things we can do in order to make your relocation simple. We can give you advice and answer your questions if that's all you need but we will be happy to get more involved and do everything necessary such as packing, furniture handling  and removal, transportation and vehicle hire,  provide space at our storage depot and more. We can also offer you a complimentary quote of our amenities and help arrange parking with Lambeth Council. All this and more is available so get in touch today.