About Brixton
Brixton, Johannesburg, is a suburb located on the western edge of the city's central business district. It's known for its tree-lined streets and historic homes, offering a unique blend of old and new.
The area is relatively small, making it easy to navigate and get around. For those interested in history, Brixton is close to the Johannesburg CBD, where many historical landmarks and museums are located.
Lifestyle
Living in Brixton offers a unique blend of urban convenience and suburban tranquility.
Amenities and dining
dining
- Wimpy
- Mimmos
- Breezeblock
- Roving Bantu Kitchen
- Bismillah
- PIZAeVINO
shopping
- Spar
- Campus Square
- Pick n Pay
- Woolworths
- Melvile Corner
- Angela Supermarket
- Station Liquor Market
healthcare
- Surgery
- Netcare Garden City Hospital
- Rahima Moosa Mother And Child Hospital
- High St Medical Centre
- Carecross Medical & Dental Centre
recreation
- Stones
- UJ Westport Rugby Fields
- UJ Rugby Stadium
- UJ Tennis Courts
- Parkview Squash Centre
- Phineas McIntosh Park
- University of Jhb Sports Grounds
- University Of Johannesburg Sports Grounds
Getting around
Brixton is well-connected to the rest of Johannesburg via main roads and public transport.
Main roads: Ripley Road, Annet Road, Main Road, Henley Road, Brixton Road, University Road, Portland Avenue, Perth Road
Education
primary
- Piet Van Veerun Primary School
- JoziHub
- EP Bauman Primary School
- Brixton Primary School
- Laerskool Jim Fouche
- Westbury Primary School
- Bernard Isaacs Primary School
- Hesperus Primary School
secondary
- Vorentoe High School
- Raucall Secondary School
- Westbury Secondary School
international
- Deutsche Internationale Schule Johannesburg
Safety
Medium RiskAs with many urban areas, there are safety concerns, but Brixton has a mix of quiet residential streets and more vibrant, bustling areas.
Who lives here
The suburb is home to a diverse community of long-term residents and young professionals.
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