Living in Lamma Island

Properties

Mostly village houses and low-rise apartments, surrounded by immense, unspoilt tropical greenery. Although it has a reputation for alternative lifestyles, property prices have increased in recent years, with more commuters undertaking renovations of spacious homes with seaside views.

Amenities

With an estimated population of 6,000, Lamma caters to those seeking an off-the-beaten-track way of life. There are local grocery and curio stores, but no large scale commercial offerings. There’s a cluster of western and local restaurants (including a vegan café) a post office, fire station, bank branch, two police posts and the North Lamma Medical Clinic. The most popular beach is Hung Shung Yeh Beach, equipped with toilets, showers and changing rooms. Hikers are drawn to the hill walks, finished with lunch at a local seafood restaurant.

Transport

Take a ferry from Central Pier 4 on Hong Kong Island and from Aberdeen on the south side of the Island - with separate services to both of the main villages on the island - taking between 30-40 minutes. Residents get around on foot or bicycle.

Schools

Lamma is included in the English Schools Foundation (ESF) zone for Bradbury School (primary).