Living in Peckham
Frank's Rooftop Bar in summer; everything-else-too in winter. Cheap-ish, creative, increasingly polished.
1-bed rent
£1,550/mo
2-bed rent
£2,000/mo
Transport zone
Zone 2
Fastest commute
~15 min
Transport from Peckham
Peckham Rye
Peckham is served by the Overground and National Rail.
Commute times from Peckham
Estimated commute times to major London destinations by public transport.
| Destination | Commute time |
|---|---|
| London Bridge | ~15 min |
| Waterloo | ~18 min |
| Bank / City | ~22 min |
| Liverpool Street | ~25 min |
| Canary Wharf | ~25 min |
| King's Cross / St Pancras | ~28 min |
| Victoria | ~28 min |
| Oxford Circus / Soho | ~32 min |
| Marylebone | ~38 min |
| Paddington | ~38 min |
Peckham lifestyle profile
Nightlife
Food scene
Lively
Café density
Young professionals
Walkability
Green space
Transport
Gym density
Safety
Peckham strengths
- ✓Strong food and nightlife
- ✓Cheaper than its northern counterparts
- ✓Big arts and music scene
Trade-offs
- →No tube
- →Higher reported crime than neighbours
- →Variable street feel
Who Peckham 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 Peckham like to live in?
Frank's Rooftop Bar in summer; everything-else-too in winter. Cheap-ish, creative, increasingly polished. The main strengths are strong food and nightlife and cheaper than its northern counterparts.
What is the average rent in Peckham?
The average 1-bedroom flat in Peckham costs around £1,550 per month. A 2-bedroom flat costs around £2,000 per month (market review estimate).
How long is the commute from Peckham?
The fastest commute from Peckham is to London Bridge at approximately 15 minutes by public transport. The commute to Bank/City is around 22 minutes.
Is Peckham a good area to live in London?
Peckham 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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