Map & location
Overview
SW11 4FA falls within the Nine Elms ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, a stretch of the south bank that has undergone extraordinary transformation over the past decade. Once dominated by industrial estates, cold stores and the iconic Battersea Power Station, this corridor between Vauxhall Bridge and Chelsea Bridge is now home to high-rise residential towers, new embassies, the relocated US Embassy, and the extensive Battersea Power Station redevelopment complex.
The postcode is served by the Nine Elms Lane and Battersea Park Road arterial routes, with Riverlight Quay, Embassy Gardens and New Covent Garden Market all within easy reach. The neighbourhood continues to attract new residents drawn by riverside views, modern amenities and excellent connections into central London, while retaining a strong sense of place shaped by its industrial heritage.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £975,000, around 15% above the wider SW11 district average of £849,981 (HM Land Registry, 719 recent sales).
Getting here
Nine Elms benefits from the Northern line extension, which brought Underground services to this part of south London, making journeys to the West End and City straightforward. Several bus routes run along Nine Elms Lane and Battersea Park Road, connecting the area to Vauxhall, Clapham Junction, Victoria and beyond. Cyclists are well catered for with dedicated Cycleway 8 (the Wandsworth–Westminster route) running along the riverside, and Santander Cycles docking stations are dotted throughout the regeneration zone. Battersea Park and Chelsea Bridge are accessible on foot, and the Thames Clipper river bus service at nearby Battersea Power Station Pier offers a scenic commute.
What it's famous for
Nine Elms is internationally recognised for the dramatic restoration of Battersea Power Station, the Grade II* listed Art Deco landmark whose four white chimneys form one of London's most distinctive skylines. The station appeared on the cover of Pink Floyd's Animals album and has featured in numerous films. The area is also home to New Covent Garden Market, the UK's largest wholesale fruit, vegetable and flower market, which has traded here since 1974. The US Embassy, a striking cubic building designed by Kieran Timberlake, relocated to Nine Elms in 2018, placing the neighbourhood firmly on the global map.
Services & facilities
Provides local government services for residents of Nine Elms ward
Kerbside recycling and rubbish collections for SW11 addresses
Branch library with community spaces on Lavender Hill
Postal and government services for the SW11 area
Tourist attractions
Iconic Grade II* listed Art Deco power station, now a major retail and leisure destination
~500 mBeloved Victorian riverside park with boating lake, pagoda and sports facilities
~900 mUK's largest wholesale flower, fruit and vegetable market open to trade buyers
~400 mStriking modern embassy building relocated to Nine Elms in 2018
~350 mScenic public promenade along the south bank between Vauxhall and Battersea bridges
~300 mFamous glass-bottomed rooftop pool bridging two residential towers at Embassy Gardens
~450 mGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW83HE · 0333 3002350
~650 mSW83HE · 03333 000950
~650 mSW115JP · 020 76277100
~800 mPharmacies
SW114LX · 02077 204951
~650 mSW114LX · 02077 204951
~650 mSW82JS · 020 76226989
~1.0 kmDentists
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~700 mSW114LU
~700 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Newton Preparatory School, is ~150 m away.
Other independent school
~150 mVoluntary aided school
~150 mVoluntary aided school
~500 mAcademy sponsor led
~700 mAcademy converter
~850 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Mix of flagship retailers, restaurants and leisure operators in the converted turbine halls
Major wholesale hub for London's food and flower trade
Modern office and co-working space within the Embassy Gardens mixed-use development
Several branded hotels and short-stay residences serving the regeneration zone
Ongoing large-scale residential and commercial construction attracting major contractors
Gyms & leisure
Premium health club inside the iconic power station building
~500 mIndependent-style cinema screen within the power station's event spaces
~500 mPublic running track and outdoor sports facilities within Battersea Park
~900 mNational Trail running through the area offering riverside recreation
~300 mGrowing cluster of restaurants and bars around the new riverside development
~250 mService providers
Full-fibre and cable broadband available across Nine Elms new-builds
Ultrafast FTTP broadband served to most new residential towers
Electricity distribution network operator for the SW11 area
Water and sewerage services for the Nine Elms postcode
Residential & community
Landmark mixed-use development with high-rise apartments and the famous sky pool
Contemporary riverside apartment complex by St James along Nine Elms Lane
Converted and new-build apartments within the power station's extensive development
Established council and mixed-tenure housing estate in the Nine Elms area
Twin-tower residential skyscraper forming part of the Nine Elms regeneration skyline
Transport
Train & Tube
Battersea Power Station Underground Station
Nine Elms
Nine Elms Underground Station
Nine Elms
Pimlico Station
Pimlico
Sloane Square
Sloane Square
Bus stops
Nine Elms Lane stops
Frequent buses towards Vauxhall, Victoria and Clapham Junction
Battersea Park Road stops
Services connecting Battersea, Stockwell and central London
Wandsworth Road stops
Links to Clapham and the wider south London network
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles — Nine Elms Lane
TfL hire bikes docked at multiple stations along Nine Elms Lane
Cycleway 8 (Wandsworth–Westminster)
Dedicated segregated cycle route along the Thames riverside
Santander Cycles — Battersea Power Station
Docking station outside the power station development
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
BP Pulse — Battersea Power Station Car Park
Public EV charging points within the power station development
Pod Point — Embassy Gardens
Residential and visitor EV chargers at Embassy Gardens car park
Defibrillators
Battersea Power Station Public Defibrillator
AED located in the public areas of the power station complex
Postboxes & Post Office
Nine Elms Post Office
Postal services available near Nine Elms Lane for SW11 residents
Fuel stations
BP Petrol Station — Wandsworth Road
Nearest petrol filling station north of the main regeneration zone
Places of worship
Historic Church of England parish church serving the wider Battersea community
~1.1 kmRoman Catholic church on Battersea Park Road
~900 mHosts multi-faith and community gatherings in the Grand Hall
~1.5 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 60% above the national average (108.8 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
873 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 6 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 1,709.
Housing & utilities
Most stock is recent high-rise apartments in the Nine Elms regeneration corridor
Studios, one- and two-bedroom flats dominate; houses are rare in this zone
Affordable and shared-ownership homes are integrated into major schemes under s106 agreements
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Nine Elms Lane and Wandsworth Road carry significant traffic; ULEZ applies throughout
Thames Path and proximity to Battersea Park provide key green corridors
Ongoing regeneration works mean elevated noise levels remain in parts of the ward
Some riverside parts of the ward fall within Environment Agency flood zones; new buildings are designed accordingly
FAQs
Where exactly is the SW11 4FA postcode?
SW11 4FA is located in the Nine Elms ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, in the Battersea area of south London, close to Nine Elms Lane and the Thames riverside regeneration corridor.
What is Nine Elms like as a place to live?
Nine Elms is a rapidly transforming neighbourhood dominated by modern high-rise apartment buildings, new public spaces and improving amenities. It attracts young professionals and international residents, with easy access to the Thames, Battersea Power Station and the West End.
Which council covers SW11 4FA?
SW11 4FA falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. Wandsworth Council provides local services including planning, recycling, parks and housing for this postcode.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW11 4FA in?
SW11 4FA is in the Battersea parliamentary constituency.
What schools are near SW11 4FA?
Several schools serve the Nine Elms and Battersea area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What are the nearest transport links to SW11 4FA?
Nine Elms is served by Underground, bus routes along Nine Elms Lane and Battersea Park Road, the Thames Clipper river bus, and dedicated cycling infrastructure. Full details are in the Transport section above.
What is Battersea Power Station and how close is it?
Battersea Power Station is an iconic Grade II* listed Art Deco building with four distinctive white chimneys, now transformed into a major retail, dining and residential destination. It is approximately 500 metres from SW11 4FA.
Is SW11 4FA in the ULEZ (Ultra Low Emission Zone)?
Yes. The entire London Borough of Wandsworth, including Nine Elms and SW11 4FA, is within the expanded ULEZ, which means non-compliant vehicles are subject to a daily charge when driving in this area.
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