Railway Arches to Rent in Vauxhall
Central South London location benefiting from Nine Elms regeneration. Vauxhall's arches offer Zone 1 accessibility with a mix of established food businesses, creative studios, and nightlife venues beneath the busy viaduct.
£22–£32
avg rent /sqft pa
SE11, SW8
postcodes
+24%
5-year growth
Rising
market trend
About Vauxhall Railway Arches
Vauxhall's railway arches stretch beneath the major viaduct connecting Waterloo and points south, placing them in one of London's most connected locations. The area has been transformed by the Nine Elms regeneration — one of Europe's largest development projects — bringing new residents, office workers, and footfall. The arches themselves have long hosted a diverse mix of businesses, from Portuguese and Latin American restaurants (reflecting the area's cultural diversity) to creative studios and nightlife venues. Vauxhall benefits from exceptional transport: Victoria line, bus hub, and proximity to Waterloo make it a genuine Zone 1 commercial location. Rents reflect this centrality, sitting above South London averages but below East London's premium areas. The Arch Company manages most stock, and new units are expected as the Nine Elms development progresses. Vauxhall suits businesses needing central London accessibility at below-West End prices.
Transport Links
- Vauxhall— Victoria line + National Rail, 2 min walk
- Oval— Northern line, 10 min walk
Rent & Cost Benchmarks
How Vauxhall compares to the London average for a 1,000 sqft railway arch
| Metric | Vauxhall | London Avg |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Rent (£/sqft pa) | £22–£32 | £20–£30 |
| Typical Rateable Value | £22,000–£32,000 | £20,000–£35,000 |
| Est. Business Rates (pa) | £9,504–£13,824 | £8,640–£15,120 |
| Service Charge (pcm) | £250–£400 | £200–£400 |
| Est. Total Cost (1,000 sqft, pa) | £31,504–£45,824 | £28,000–£45,000 |
Business Mix & Sectors
Notable Businesses
- Vauxhall Food & Beer Garden
- Portuguese restaurants cluster
- Various creative studios
Key Landlords & Finding Space
- •The Arch Company
- •Network Rail (direct)
Tips for Finding Space in Vauxhall
- Walk the arch clusters in person — look for "To Let" boards that may not be listed online
- Ask existing arch tenants about upcoming vacancies — word of mouth is common
- Contact The Arch Company directly for Vauxhall availability
- Check Rightmove Commercial for independent agent listings
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Zone 1 location with Victoria line access
- +Nine Elms regeneration driving footfall growth
- +Below West End rents for central London position
- +Diverse, established food and nightlife scene
Cons
- -Higher rents than outer South London areas
- -Busy road environment around the gyratory
- -Some arches affected by major infrastructure works
- -Variable quality — some units need significant investment