Map & location
Overview
SW11 3QA falls within the St Mary's ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, in the historic district of Battersea. The postcode sits roughly between Battersea Park Road and the residential streets running toward York Road, a neighbourhood characterised by Victorian terraced houses, converted apartments and a growing number of modern developments driven by the wider Nine Elms regeneration.
The area enjoys excellent proximity to the Thames riverside and Battersea Park, one of London's largest and most beloved green spaces. Independent cafés, local pubs and boutique shops line Battersea High Street nearby, giving the neighbourhood a distinct, community-oriented character that sets it apart from more commercialised parts of inner south London.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £560,000, around 34% below the wider SW11 district average of £849,981 (HM Land Registry, 697 recent sales).
Getting here
SW11 3QA is well served by London Buses, with several routes linking Battersea to Clapham Junction, Vauxhall, Chelsea Bridge and central London. The area is within comfortable cycling distance of the South Bank and the Embankment via Battersea Bridge. For drivers, the A3205 Battersea Park Road provides quick access to Chelsea Bridge and the Victoria Embankment heading north, while the South Circular connects westward. Santander Cycles docking stations are available in the wider Battersea area, and walking to the Thames riverside path is straightforward.
What it's famous for
Battersea is internationally recognised for the Battersea Power Station, the iconic Grade II* listed Art Deco landmark whose four white chimneys define the local skyline and which has been reimagined as a major retail, dining and residential destination. The area also borders Battersea Park, home to a children's zoo, sports facilities, the Peace Pagoda and one of London's finest riverfront promenades. St Mary's ward itself takes its name from the ancient St Mary's Church, Battersea, where the poet William Blake was married and J.M.W. Turner painted riverside views from the vestry window.
Services & facilities
London Borough of Wandsworth provides local government services.
Public lending library on Altenburg Gardens, approx. 0.7 miles away.
Postal and banking services on Lavender Hill, approx. 0.6 miles.
Kerbside recycling and bulky item collection managed by the council.
Met Police presence via Wandsworth Borough Command, Lavender Hill.
Tourist attractions
400-acre riverside park with a zoo, athletics track and Peace Pagoda.
~0.5 miIconic Art Deco landmark now a retail and cultural destination.
~0.8 mi18th-century church linked to William Blake and J.M.W. Turner.
~0.3 miOrnate Victorian suspension bridge over the Thames into Chelsea.
~0.9 miIndependent shops, cafés and a community-focused village atmosphere.
~0.2 miContemporary art gallery inside a Victorian water tower in Battersea Park.
~0.6 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW112PH · 02072 283399
~200 mSW112EJ · 020 72284172
~450 mSW112NU · 03001 303333
~550 mPharmacies
SW112PH · 02072 281701
~200 mDentists
SW113QA
~50 mSW113QA
~50 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Falconbrook Primary School, is ~200 m away.
Community school
~200 mOther independent school
~350 mVoluntary aided school
~450 mOther independent school
~450 mVoluntary aided school
~500 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Major shopping and dining destination anchoring Nine Elms regeneration.
Numerous independent hospitality businesses on and around Battersea High Street.
Growing pipeline of new-build and conversion schemes near Nine Elms.
Design, media and tech start-ups drawn to converted warehouse spaces nearby.
Gyms & leisure
Council-run running track and sports facilities in Battersea Park.
~0.6 miAffordable council-managed gym and swimming pool.
~0.7 miHard courts available for public hire inside the park.
~0.6 miDedicated traffic-free cycling loop popular with families and commuters.
~0.5 miScenic walking and running route along the south bank of the Thames.
~0.4 miService providers
Full-fibre and ADSL broadband infrastructure across SW11.
Cable broadband available throughout much of Battersea.
EE, O2, Three and Vodafone all provide good coverage in SW11.
Water and sewerage services for SW11 postcodes.
Residential & community
Predominantly two- and three-storey Victorian terraces on residential streets.
Many larger Victorian and Edwardian houses subdivided into apartments.
New-build blocks and conversions increasing in number near the riverside.
Combination of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing properties.
Transport
Train & Tube
Fulham Broadway Station
Fulham Broadway
Parsons Green
Parsons Green
Battersea Power Station Underground Station
Nine Elms
Putney Bridge Station
Putney Bridge
Bus stops
Battersea Park Road
Buses towards Vauxhall, Chelsea and Clapham Junction stop along Park Road.
York Road / Battersea High Street
Local stops linking to Clapham, Stockwell and Wandsworth.
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles — Battersea Park Road
TfL hire docking station serving the Battersea riverside corridor.
Battersea Park Cycle Circuit
Traffic-free loop ideal for leisure cycling and family rides.
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Battersea Power Station Car Park EV Points
Public EV charging available in the Power Station multi-storey.
Wandsworth Council Street Chargers
On-street lamp-post chargers installed across Battersea residential streets.
Defibrillators
Battersea Park — Multiple Locations
Publicly accessible defibrillators positioned at park entrances.
Postboxes & Post Office
Battersea Post Office
Full-service post office on Lavender Hill.
Fuel stations
Petrol Station — Queenstown Road
Forecourt fuel and convenience store close to the railway bridge.
Places of worship
Grade I listed 18th-century church on Battersea Church Road.
~0.3 miRoman Catholic services accessible via nearby parishes.
~0.8 miActive Methodist congregation in the Battersea community.
~0.5 miHosts interfaith and community gatherings in historic Grand Hall.
~0.7 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 47% above the national average (99.8 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
931 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 5 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the more deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 2,114.
Housing & utilities
Street pattern dates largely from 1860–1900 with redbrick terraces.
Dense residential streets typical of inner south London boroughs.
Nearby Nine Elms regeneration zone is raising local investment and profile.
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Major riverside park providing significant green space and biodiversity.
Inner London levels; Battersea Park Road sees some traffic pollution.
Proximity to Thames means parts of Battersea carry a residual flood risk.
Moderate traffic and rail noise typical of inner south London streets.
FAQs
Where exactly is SW11 3QA?
SW11 3QA is located in Battersea, in the St Mary's ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth. It sits between Battersea Park Road and the streets leading toward York Road and the Thames, approximately 0.5 miles from Battersea Park.
What is the nearest park or green space to SW11 3QA?
Battersea Park is the closest major green space, approximately half a mile away. It offers 400 acres of riverside parkland, a children's zoo, sports facilities and the famous Peace Pagoda.
Which council covers SW11 3QA?
SW11 3QA is administered by the London Borough of Wandsworth. Council services including bin collections, planning and local housing are managed from the Wandsworth Civic Suite in Wandsworth town centre.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW11 3QA in?
SW11 3QA falls within the Battersea parliamentary constituency, which is represented in the House of Commons.
What are the schools like near SW11 3QA?
Several schools serve the SW11 3QA area — see the Schools section above for the nearest, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the area around SW11 3QA like to live in?
The neighbourhood has a friendly, community feel with a mix of Victorian terraces, converted flats and newer developments. Independent cafés and pubs along Battersea High Street, plus easy access to Battersea Park and the Thames riverside path, make it popular with young professionals and families alike.
How do I get to central London from SW11 3QA?
Several bus routes on Battersea Park Road and nearby streets connect to Vauxhall, Chelsea, Clapham Junction and Victoria. Cycling via Battersea Bridge to the Embankment is also popular and takes around 15–20 minutes on a bike.
Is SW11 3QA in a flood risk area?
Parts of Battersea near the Thames carry a low-to-medium residual flood risk. Prospective buyers and renters should check the Environment Agency's flood map for the specific property address.
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Useful links
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