Map & location
Overview
SW11 5BA is located in Battersea, a vibrant south-west London neighbourhood within the London Borough of Wandsworth. The postcode falls within the Shaftesbury & Queenstown ward, a diverse residential area characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraced streets, close to Queenstown Road and the wider Battersea community. Residents benefit from excellent connectivity into central London and a thriving local scene of cafés, independent shops and green spaces.
The area sits between Clapham Junction to the west and Battersea Power Station to the north, placing it within easy reach of both the regenerated riverside and the busy retail and leisure hub around St John's Hill and Lavender Hill. The neighbourhood has seen sustained investment in recent years, attracting young professionals and families drawn by its mix of period housing, good schools and strong community feel.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £705,000, around 17% below the wider SW11 district average of £849,981 (HM Land Registry, 715 recent sales).
Getting here
SW11 5BA is well served by bus routes along Queenstown Road and Battersea Park Road, providing regular connections to Victoria, Clapham Junction, Vauxhall and across south London. The area is within comfortable cycling distance of the Thames riverside path, Battersea Park and the wider cycle network. Battersea Park and Queenstown Road rail stations are both within walking distance, and the nearby Nine Elms Northern line Underground station extends rapid Tube access to central London. For drivers, the A3205 Battersea Park Road provides straightforward access to the A3 and central London via Vauxhall Bridge.
What it's famous for
Battersea is globally recognised for the iconic Battersea Power Station, the Grade II* listed Art Deco landmark whose four chimneys have defined the south London skyline since the 1930s. The area is also home to Battersea Park, one of London's most celebrated royal parks, featuring a boating lake, sculpture trail and the historic Peace Pagoda. The neighbourhood has long attracted artists, musicians and creatives — it featured on the cover of Pink Floyd's Animals album and remains a focal point of London's cultural identity.
Battersea's Victorian streetscape and strong community identity, centred around hubs like Northcote Road and Queenstown Road, make it one of inner south London's most sought-after addresses. The ongoing regeneration of the Battersea Power Station development and Nine Elms corridor has added new restaurants, shops and public squares to an already well-loved area.
Services & facilities
Local authority providing housing, planning and waste services
Public library on Lavender Hill, approx. 0.8 miles away
Postal services available in the local shopping parade
Policing provided by the Met's Wandsworth borough command
Tourist attractions
400-acre royal park with lake, sports and Peace Pagoda
~0.6 miIconic regenerated Art Deco riverside complex
~0.9 miBeloved street market with fresh produce and artisan stalls
~0.7 miAward-winning arts venue in a Victorian town hall
~0.8 miLocal green space used for sport and leisure
~0.2 miThames-side regeneration area with new public spaces
~0.8 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW115JP · 020 76277100
~300 mSW115JP · 02076 277100
~300 mSW83RX · 020 76229295
~550 mPharmacies
SW114LX · 02077 204951
~350 mSW114LX · 02077 204951
~350 mSW83RX · 020 77208606
~550 mDentists
SW114LU
~300 mSW114LU
~300 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, John Burns Primary School, is ~200 m away.
Community school
~200 mAcademy converter
~350 mCommunity school
~350 mAcademy sponsor led
~450 mCommunity school
~750 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Local independent shops, cafés and convenience stores
Major mixed-use destination with restaurants and flagship shops
Growing commercial zone with offices and co-working spaces
Vibrant strip of independent eateries serving the local community
Gyms & leisure
Public athletics facility within Battersea Park
~0.7 miCouncil-run pool, gym and fitness classes in Battersea
~0.9 miPopular rowing lake in the heart of Battersea Park
~0.7 miSeveral traditional pubs within short walking distance
Live performance, exhibitions and creative events
~0.8 miService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband available in the area
Cable broadband infrastructure covers much of SW11
EE, O2, Vodafone and Three all provide strong 4G/5G coverage
Water and sewerage provider for the SW11 area
Residential & community
Characteristic late-19th-century terraces dominate the local streetscape
Larger family homes present on quieter residential roads
Many Victorian houses divided into popular modern apartments
Recent developments near Nine Elms and the riverside corridor
Owner-occupied, private rented and some social housing stock
Transport
Train & Tube
Battersea Power Station Underground Station
Nine Elms
Clapham Common
Clapham Common
Clapham North
Clapham North
Nine Elms Underground Station
Nine Elms
Bus stops
Queenstown Road stops
Regular services north to Victoria and south to Clapham
Battersea Park Road stops
Connections to Vauxhall, Clapham Junction and Brixton
Lavender Hill / Battersea stops
Services to Chelsea, Tooting and Brixton
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles docking station
Hire bikes available at Battersea Park and nearby docks
CS8 Cycle Superhighway
Segregated cycle route towards Chelsea Bridge and central London
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
EV Charging — Battersea Power Station
Public EV charge points in the development's car park
EV Charging — Latchmere Leisure Centre
On-street and car-park EV charging nearby
Defibrillators
Defibrillator — Queenstown Road area
Community AED registered with the ambulance service locally
Postboxes & Post Office
Post box — Queenstown Road
Royal Mail collection point on the main road
Fuel stations
Petrol Station — Battersea Park Road
Fuel and convenience store on the A3205
Places of worship
Church of England parish church serving the local community
~0.4 miAnglican church with active parish programme
~0.5 miCatholic parish church in Battersea
~0.7 miLocal Islamic prayer and community facility
~0.6 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 31% above the national average (89.0 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1018 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 3 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 2,179.
Housing & utilities
The dominant housing type; many converted into flats
Popular with young professionals due to central London proximity
Nearby regeneration has increased values across SW11
Demographics
Air quality & noise
One of London's finest parks is within easy walking distance
Moderate pollution levels typical of inner south London
Road and rail noise present, typical of an inner-London neighbourhood
Some areas near the Thames carry a low residual flood risk
FAQs
Where exactly is SW11 5BA?
SW11 5BA is in Battersea, in the London Borough of Wandsworth. It sits within the Shaftesbury & Queenstown ward, close to Queenstown Road, roughly between Clapham Junction to the west and Battersea Power Station to the north.
Which council covers SW11 5BA?
SW11 5BA falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. The council provides local services including planning, housing, waste collection and parks.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW11 5BA in?
SW11 5BA is in the Battersea parliamentary constituency, represented in the House of Commons at Westminster.
What is the Shaftesbury & Queenstown ward like?
Shaftesbury & Queenstown is a diverse, predominantly residential ward in Battersea. It features Victorian terraced streets, a mix of owner-occupied and rented housing, and good access to local shops, parks and transport links.
What schools are near SW11 5BA?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the SW11 5BA area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the nearest station to SW11 5BA?
The SW11 5BA area is served by rail and Underground stations within walking distance. Please see the Transport section above for the nearest options and their distances.
What are house prices like in SW11 5BA?
Battersea and the SW11 postcode district are among inner south London's more sought-after areas, with prices reflecting strong demand from professionals and families. Prices vary significantly by property type — Victorian terraces, converted flats and new-build apartments are all represented locally.
What amenities and green spaces are near SW11 5BA?
Battersea Park, one of London's best royal parks, is within easy reach. Northcote Road market, Battersea Arts Centre and the regenerated Battersea Power Station complex are all close by, along with local cafés, shops and leisure facilities.
Nearby postcodes
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Useful links
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