Map & location
Overview
SW11 3RF is located in the St Mary's ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, in the neighbourhood of Battersea. This part of south-west London lies close to the River Thames and is characterised by a mixture of Victorian and Edwardian terraced streets, modern conversions, and a vibrant local high street along Battersea Park Road. The area has undergone significant regeneration in recent decades, blending long-established residential communities with newer arrivals drawn by proximity to central London.
Residents benefit from excellent access to Battersea Park, one of London's most popular riverside parks, as well as the ongoing transformation of the wider Nine Elms and Battersea Power Station zone nearby. Local streets such as Lavender Hill and Queenstown Road offer independent cafés, restaurants, and everyday conveniences, making SW11 3RF a well-connected and well-served address in 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 3RF is well served by London Buses, with frequent services running along Battersea Park Road and Queenstown Road connecting to Victoria, Clapham Junction, Stockwell and beyond. The area is also accessible by bicycle, with quiet residential roads and nearby cycle routes alongside Battersea Park. The Thames path provides a pleasant walking and cycling connection eastward toward Vauxhall and the South Bank. For drivers, the A3205 Queenstown Road and the A3036 Battersea Park Road give straightforward access to the wider road network, with the Chelsea Bridge and Albert Bridge offering crossings into Chelsea.
What it's famous for
Battersea is famous above all for the iconic Battersea Power Station, the Grade II* listed Art Deco building immortalised on the cover of Pink Floyd's Animals album, now a major mixed-use destination. The neighbourhood is also celebrated for Battersea Park, which hosts the annual fireworks display, a boating lake, a children's zoo, and the Peace Pagoda on its riverbank. Historically, Battersea was a working-class riverside borough with strong industrial and market-garden heritage; today it is one of London's most sought-after inner-city neighbourhoods, known for its lively café culture along Northcote Road and Lavender Hill.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, planning, waste and local services for the borough
Public lending library on Altenburg Gardens, approx. 0.6 km
Counter services including parcels, banking and travel money
Creative hub and community venue in the former Town Hall, Lavender Hill
Tourist attractions
200-hectare riverside park with lake, zoo and Peace Pagoda
~400 mIconic Art Deco landmark, now a retail and leisure destination
~1.1 kmInnovative arts and performance venue in a Victorian building
~0.9 kmLarge open common with sports facilities and cafés
~1.4 kmOrnate Victorian suspension bridge across the Thames to Chelsea
~1.3 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW112PH · 02072 283399
~500 mSW112EJ · 020 72284172
~550 mSW113UJ · 020 37640822
~600 mPharmacies
SW112PH · 02072 281701
~500 mDentists
SW113QA
~350 mSW113QA
~350 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Falconbrook Primary School, is ~300 m away.
Community school
~300 mOther independent school
~500 mOther independent school
~500 mOther independent special school
~600 mVoluntary aided school
~650 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Convenience stores, cafés and independent retailers on the high street
Diverse dining options along Battersea Park Road and Queenstown Road
Growing commercial zone including US Embassy and new office space
Active lettings and sales market driven by central London demand
Gyms & leisure
Public running track within Battersea Park
~500 mMulti-sport facility with gym, pool and courts
~600 mHistoric pub and theatre venue on Battersea Park Road
~0.4 kmLive performance, exhibitions and community events
~0.9 kmPopular traffic-free cycle loop within the park
~450 mService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband available across the area
Cable broadband and TV services widely available in SW11
EE, O2, Three and Vodafone all provide 4G/5G coverage here
Water and sewerage services for the Wandsworth area
Residential & community
Classic two- and three-storey terraces typical of inner Battersea
Many Victorian properties converted into flats for private sale and rent
Newer builds near Queenstown Road and the Nine Elms corridor
Blend of owner-occupiers, private renters and social housing tenants
Transport
Train & Tube
Fulham Broadway Station
Fulham Broadway
Parsons Green
Parsons Green
Putney Bridge Station
Putney Bridge
Earl's Court Station
Earls Court
Bus stops
Battersea Park Road stops
Frequent services toward Victoria, Clapham and Stockwell
Queenstown Road bus stops
Connections northbound to Chelsea Bridge and Victoria
Lavender Hill stops
Services west to Clapham Junction and east to Stockwell
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles docking station
Hire bikes available near Battersea Park entrance
Battersea Park Cycle Circuit
Traffic-free loop popular with leisure and commuter cyclists
Quietway 8 cycle route
Signed low-traffic cycling route through south-west London
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Battersea Power Station Car Park
Public EV charging points at the Power Station development
Wandsworth Council Street Chargers
On-street EV chargers installed across the borough
Defibrillators
Battersea Park (main entrance)
Publicly accessible defibrillator at the park gatehouse
Postboxes & Post Office
Battersea Park Road Post Office
Full-service Post Office branch on the local high street
Fuel stations
Queenstown Road Filling Station
Petrol and diesel station with convenience store
Places of worship
Historic Thames-side church, burial place of William Blake's parents
~700 mCatholic parish church serving the Battersea community
~0.8 kmActive Methodist congregation with community programmes
~0.5 kmMosque and cultural centre serving the local Muslim community
~1.0 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 44% above the national average (98.0 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
960 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 1,194.
Housing & utilities
SW11 commands a premium as one of inner south London's most desirable postcodes
Late 19th-century terraced and semi-detached properties dominate the streetscape
Typical of inner London, with a mix of houses and flats on compact plots
Demographics
Air quality & noise
One of London's finest parks, under 500 m away
Moderate pollution typical of inner London; Wandsworth monitors AQ closely
Bus routes and street activity generate typical inner-London ambient noise
Proximity to the Thames means some flood risk zones exist nearby
FAQs
Where exactly is the SW11 3RF postcode?
SW11 3RF is located in Battersea, within the St Mary's ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth. It sits close to Battersea Park Road in inner south-west London, roughly 3 km from Vauxhall.
What is the SW11 3RF area like to live in?
It is a lively, well-connected inner London neighbourhood with a mix of Victorian terraces, good local amenities on Battersea Park Road, and easy access to Battersea Park. The area has gentrified considerably but retains a diverse, community feel.
Which council is responsible for SW11 3RF?
SW11 3RF falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. Wandsworth Council provides local services including rubbish collection, planning, parks and housing.
Which parliamentary constituency does SW11 3RF belong to?
SW11 3RF is in the Battersea parliamentary constituency, which is represented in the House of Commons.
What schools are near SW11 3RF?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the SW11 3RF area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, along with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What bus routes serve SW11 3RF?
Battersea Park Road and nearby Queenstown Road are served by several TfL bus routes connecting to Victoria, Clapham Junction, Stockwell and Chelsea. Key routes include the 44, 344, 137 and 452.
Is SW11 3RF close to Battersea Park?
Yes — Battersea Park is approximately 400 metres away, making it very easy to access on foot. The park offers extensive green space, a boating lake, sports facilities and riverside walks.
What is the crime level like in the SW11 3RF area?
Like much of inner London, the area sees moderate-to-high levels of theft from person and bicycle theft. Burglary and vehicle crime are at medium levels. Wandsworth Council and the Metropolitan Police operate local safer neighbourhood teams.
Nearby postcodes
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Useful links
Official records and property listings for SW11 3RF: