Map & location
Overview
SW11 2TD falls within the Falconbrook ward of Battersea, a well-connected residential area in the London Borough of Wandsworth. The postcode sits in the heart of inner south-west London, close to the bustling high street of Battersea Park Road and within easy reach of Clapham Junction — one of the UK's busiest rail interchanges. The surrounding streets feature a mix of Victorian terraces, purpose-built flats and newer residential developments typical of this part of SW11.
The Falconbrook area has undergone considerable change over recent decades, with growing café culture, independent shops and community spaces reflecting the increasingly diverse population that calls it home. Battersea Park — one of London's most beloved green spaces — is within cycling distance, and the regenerated Battersea Power Station development to the north-east has brought new retail, leisure and cultural venues within straightforward reach by bus or bicycle.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £575,000, around 32% below the wider SW11 district average of £849,981 (HM Land Registry, 495 recent sales).
Getting here
SW11 2TD is well-served by bus routes along Battersea Park Road and St John's Hill, providing frequent connections to Clapham Junction, Vauxhall, Chelsea and central London. Cyclists benefit from several quieter residential routes and TfL Santander Cycle Hire docking stations in the wider Battersea area. The Thames riverside path and Battersea Park are accessible by bike, and the area sits within the London ULEZ zone. Limited on-street parking is available on surrounding roads subject to Wandsworth Council CPZ restrictions.
What it's famous for
Battersea is internationally recognised for the iconic Battersea Power Station, the Grade II* listed Art Deco landmark made famous by the Pink Floyd album cover and now a major retail and residential destination. The Falconbrook area itself takes its name from the historic Falcon Brook, a tributary of the Thames that once flowed openly through Battersea before being culverted beneath the Victorian street grid. Nearby Battersea Park hosted the first-ever football match played under Association rules and remains a landmark destination for Londoners. The area's proximity to the former Battersea Dogs & Cats Home — now relocated — and its strong community identity have made SW11 one of inner London's most recognisable postcodes.
Services & facilities
Local authority providing housing, planning and waste services
Weekly recycling and fortnightly general waste collections
Public library on Altenburg Gardens, a short bus ride away
Controlled Parking Zone covers most surrounding residential streets
Births, deaths and marriages for the borough
Tourist attractions
Sprawling Victorian riverside park with lake, zoo and sports facilities
~0.8 miIconic Art Deco landmark with shops, restaurants and riverside walk
~1.2 miMajor retail and dining hub centred on St John's Road and Northcote Road
~0.5 miPopular outdoor street market with fresh produce and street food
~0.6 miAward-winning creative arts venue in the former Battersea Town Hall
~0.7 miSmall local green space on Battersea Park Road for recreation
~0.2 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW112PH · 02072 283399
~250 mSW112NU · 03001 303333
~550 mSW112NU · 0333 2001718
~550 mPharmacies
SW112PH · 02072 281701
~250 mDentists
SW112PH
~250 mSW113BH
~300 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Battersea, is ~50 m away.
Voluntary aided school
~50 mCommunity school
~550 mOther independent school
~600 mAcademy sponsor led
~650 mCommunity school
~700 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Independent cafés, convenience stores and service businesses along the main road
Wide choice of dining and drinking venues throughout the SW11 area
Growing cluster of design and media businesses in converted local premises
Active market for builders, electricians and decorators serving dense residential stock
Gyms & leisure
Council-run gym and fitness facilities near Battersea Park
~0.9 mi400 m athletics track open to the public within the park
~0.9 miSwimming pool and sports centre on Burns Road
~0.4 miSeveral well-regarded community pubs on and around Battersea Park Road
~0.2 miTraffic-free cycle circuit popular with families and cyclists
~0.9 miService providers
FTTC and FTTP broadband infrastructure serving SW11
Cable broadband available on many streets in the Battersea area
Full-fibre broadband expanding across south-west London
EE, O2, Vodafone and Three all provide strong 4G/5G coverage here
Mains water and sewerage supplier for this postcode
Gas and electricity supplied via SGN and UK Power Networks
Residential & community
Typical two- and three-storey brick terraced houses throughout the ward
Post-war and modern apartment blocks providing a mix of tenures
Victorian and Edwardian houses subdivided into flats, very common in SW11
High proportion of private renters reflecting demand from young professionals
Council and housing association stock managed partly by Wandsworth Council
Transport
Train & Tube
Battersea Power Station Underground Station
Nine Elms
Clapham Common
Clapham Common
Clapham South
Clapham South
Fulham Broadway Station
Fulham Broadway
Bus stops
Battersea Park Road
Frequent bus services running east towards Vauxhall and west towards Clapham Junction
St John's Hill / Clapham Junction
High-frequency routes to Chelsea, Victoria, Brixton and central London
Lavender Hill
Additional bus connections running east–west through Battersea and Clapham
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles — Battersea Park Road
TfL docking station providing hire bikes for the local area
London Cycle Network Route
Signed quiet routes connecting Battersea Park to Clapham Junction
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Wandsworth EV Charging Points
On-street EV chargers installed by Wandsworth Council on nearby roads
Defibrillators
Community Defibrillator
Publicly accessible AED units registered in the wider Battersea area
Postboxes & Post Office
Battersea Park Road Post Office
Local post office counter with standard Royal Mail services
Fuel stations
Local Petrol Station
Nearest fuel station on Battersea Park Road or Lavender Hill
Places of worship
Church of England parish church serving the Battersea area
~0.5 miRoman Catholic church on Altenburg Gardens
~0.4 miMulti-use community space supporting various faith groups
~0.3 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 106% above the national average (140.1 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
874 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
This neighbourhood falls in deprivation decile 7 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the less deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,920.
Housing & utilities
Estimated majority of homes are privately rented, reflecting inner-London demand
Most residential streets lined with late-19th and early-20th century brick terrace houses
High population density typical of inner-London neighbourhoods
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Entire area falls within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone
Major riverside park within easy cycling or walking distance
Battersea Park Road and surrounding streets carry moderate traffic
Parts of the wider Battersea area carry some Thames flood risk; check EA maps
FAQs
Where exactly is the SW11 2TD postcode?
SW11 2TD is located in the Falconbrook ward of Battersea, in the London Borough of Wandsworth, inner south-west London. It sits close to Battersea Park Road, roughly halfway between Clapham Junction and the Thames riverside.
Which council covers SW11 2TD?
SW11 2TD falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. Wandsworth Council is responsible for local services including planning, waste collection, parking and housing.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW11 2TD in?
The postcode is within the Battersea parliamentary constituency.
What is the Falconbrook ward like to live in?
Falconbrook is a dense, well-connected inner-London neighbourhood with a strong community feel. It offers a mix of Victorian terraced streets, local cafés, independent shops and easy access to Battersea Park. It appeals particularly to young professionals and families drawn by its transport links and proximity to green spaces.
What schools are available near SW11 2TD?
Several schools serve the area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What are the transport options from SW11 2TD?
The area is well-served by multiple bus routes along Battersea Park Road, Lavender Hill and St John's Hill. Santander Cycle Hire docking stations are available nearby, and the wider rail network is accessible via stations in the surrounding area.
What is SW11 2TD close to in terms of attractions?
The postcode is within easy reach of Battersea Park (riverside parkland with a lake, zoo and athletics track), the regenerated Battersea Power Station development, Northcote Road market, Battersea Arts Centre and the shopping and dining hub around Clapham Junction.
What type of housing is found in SW11 2TD?
The area is predominantly residential, with a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, many converted into flats, alongside purpose-built apartment blocks. Private renting is very common, though owner-occupied and social housing properties are also found throughout the ward.
Nearby postcodes
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Useful links
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