Living in Camberwell
South London food, pubs, art-school energy, and good bus/rail access without a tube station.
1-bed rent
£1,500/mo
2-bed rent
£1,950/mo
Transport zone
Zone 2
Fastest commute
~10 min
Transport from Camberwell
Denmark Hill
Camberwell is served by the Overground and Thameslink.
Commute times from Camberwell
Estimated commute times to major London destinations by public transport.
| Destination | Commute time |
|---|---|
| Bank / City | ~10 min |
| Victoria | ~10 min |
| Waterloo | ~10 min |
| London Bridge | ~10 min |
| Liverpool Street | ~12 min |
| Oxford Circus / Soho | ~13 min |
| Canary Wharf | ~14 min |
| King's Cross / St Pancras | ~16 min |
| Marylebone | ~17 min |
| Paddington | ~17 min |
Camberwell lifestyle profile
Food scene
Lively
Café density
Walkability
Green space
Nightlife
Young professionals
Safety
Gym density
Transport
Camberwell strengths
- ✓Strong food and pub culture
- ✓Good value compared with neighbouring Dulwich and Brixton
- ✓Denmark Hill rail links
Trade-offs
- →No tube
- →Bus journeys can vary by traffic
- →Street feel changes quickly
Who Camberwell suits best
- →social people who value cafés, food, and community
- →lively, social people who love bars and a buzzing neighbourhood
- →people looking for a well-rounded area with no major trade-offs
Frequently asked questions
What is Camberwell like to live in?
South London food, pubs, art-school energy, and good bus/rail access without a tube station. The main strengths are strong food and pub culture and good value compared with neighbouring dulwich and brixton.
What is the average rent in Camberwell?
The average 1-bedroom flat in Camberwell costs around £1,500 per month. A 2-bedroom flat costs around £1,950 per month (market review estimate).
How long is the commute from Camberwell?
The fastest commute from Camberwell is to Bank / City at approximately 10 minutes by public transport. The commute to Bank/City is around 10 minutes.
Is Camberwell a good area to live in London?
Camberwell is in Southwark, Zone 2. It's well-suited to social people who value cafés, food, and community. The main trade-off is: no tube.
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