local authority:   London Borough of Southwark

Brighton Buildings Housing Co-operative is situated within a mile of both Tower Bridge and Elephant and Castle in Southwark, London. The majority of the properties are located in a 19th century building above a row of shops and there are a further 9 units to the rear overlooking an open park.

It is a fully mutual independent co-operative that came under the management of CDS Co-operatives in 1995.

The 19th century building is Grade II listed and was constructed in 1892. It has central heating, door entry phone systems and a communal garden.

Bushbaby Close was built in 1991 and is built over three storeys. All properties have central heating, double glazing, fitted kitchens and bathrooms and a secure car park.

There is a service charge to cover communal services such as lighting, door entry system etc.

The co-operative is well placed for central London and is close to the Tower of London and London Dungeon. St Thomas’ Hospital, Grange Primary School, Tower Bridge Primary School and St Michael's RC School can be found in close proximity.

Brighton Buildings Housing Co-operative issues contractual tenancies and accepts nominations from Southwark Council. It also advertises its own properties.