Map & location
Overview
SW11 5QL is located in the Lavender Hill area of Battersea, within the London Borough of Wandsworth. The street sits in a characterful neighbourhood of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, close to the busy retail and dining corridor of Lavender Hill itself. The area blends long-established residential streets with a lively mix of independent cafés, boutiques, and community venues.
The postcode falls within the Lavender ward and is part of the Battersea parliamentary constituency. Residents benefit from excellent connections into central London, proximity to Clapham Junction — one of the busiest interchanges in Europe — and easy access to green spaces including Clapham Common and Battersea Park, both within comfortable reach.
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 5QL is well served by public transport. Several bus routes run along Lavender Hill and surrounding streets, connecting to Clapham Junction, Brixton, Victoria and central London. The area is walkable and cycle-friendly, with quieter residential back streets linking to the broader Quietway cycling network. On foot, Clapham Junction station is approximately 10–12 minutes away, giving access to National Rail and London Overground services. For drivers, the A3036 Lavender Hill corridor provides straightforward routes towards the South Circular and central London, though parking in the area is controlled under Wandsworth's CPZ scheme.
What it's famous for
Lavender Hill is best known locally for its colourful stretch of independent shops, vintage stores and a thriving café culture that has made it one of inner south-west London's most characterful high streets. The area lends its name — and its spirit — to the classic 1951 Ealing comedy The Lavender Hill Mob, filmed partly in the neighbourhood. Nearby Battersea Arts Centre, housed in the grand former Battersea Town Hall on Lavender Hill, is a nationally celebrated creative venue staging cutting-edge theatre, performance and community arts events.
The broader Battersea area is internationally recognised for the iconic Battersea Power Station — now a major mixed-use destination — and for Battersea Park, a Victorian riverside park beloved for its Peace Pagoda, children's zoo and sporting facilities. The neighbourhood has a rich social history and continues to attract a diverse community of long-term residents and newcomers alike.
Services & facilities
Local authority managing planning, waste, housing and council tax
Public library on Altenburg Gardens, a short walk from Lavender Hill
Post Office counter services on Lavender Hill
Kerbside recycling and bulky waste collection managed by Wandsworth
Major creative and community venue in the former Battersea Town Hall
Tourist attractions
Award-winning creative venue in the grand Victorian former town hall
~0.3 kmLarge open common with sports facilities, ponds and cafés
~0.9 kmVictorian riverside park with Peace Pagoda and children's zoo
~1.6 kmIconic Art Deco landmark now a major shopping and leisure destination
~2.2 kmPopular street market famed for fresh produce and independent traders
~0.7 kmHistoric Battersea pub with theatre space and community events
~0.5 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW115TU · 020 79244413
~150 mSW83RX · 020 76229295
~400 mSW40RN · 020 77871004
~750 mPharmacies
SW115QL · 02072 281821
~50 mSW115QJ · 02072 281821
~150 mSW83RX · 020 77208606
~400 mDentists
SW115QW
~250 mSW83RE
~400 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Belleville Wix Academy, is ~300 m away.
Academy sponsor led
~300 mCommunity school
~400 mOther independent school
~400 mOther independent school
~500 mCommunity school
~500 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Stretch of independent boutiques, vintage and lifestyle retailers
Dense cluster of independent cafés and brunch spots
Creative hub hosting events, residencies and community enterprise
Mix of delis, restaurants and specialty food shops nearby
Several residential property agencies serving the SW11 area
Gyms & leisure
Open green space popular for walking, sport and outdoor events
~0.9 kmPublicly accessible leisure centre with pool and gym
~1.1 kmLive performances, workshops and community arts events
~0.3 kmRiverside park with running tracks, tennis courts and a café
~1.6 kmNeighbourhood pub with upstairs theatre and regular live events
~0.5 kmService providers
FTTC and FTTP fibre broadband infrastructure available in SW11
Cable broadband coverage reported across much of Battersea
Water and sewerage supplier for SW11
Gas and electricity distribution network
Council tax billing authority — among the lower rates in inner London
Residential & community
Predominant housing stock of two- and three-storey brick terraces
Many larger houses subdivided into purpose-converted flats
Smaller developments on former gap sites throughout the ward
Blend of owner-occupied, private rented and some social housing
Wandsworth CPZ applies; residents' permits required on most streets
Transport
Train & Tube
Clapham Common
Clapham Common
Clapham South
Clapham South
Battersea Power Station Underground Station
Nine Elms
Clapham North
Clapham North
Bus stops
Lavender Hill / Clapham Junction stops
Frequent services towards Victoria, Brixton, Stockwell and Tooting
Wandsworth Road corridor
Connections south towards Wandsworth and north towards Vauxhall
Cycle hire
TfL Quietway 4
Signed low-traffic cycling route linking Battersea to central London
Santander Cycles docking station
Hire bikes available near Clapham Junction and Battersea Park Road
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Wandsworth EV Charge Points
On-street EV charging bays installed by Wandsworth Council across SW11
Defibrillators
Battersea Arts Centre AED
Publicly accessible defibrillator at Battersea Arts Centre
Postboxes & Post Office
Lavender Hill Post Office
Full post office counter services on Lavender Hill
Fuel stations
Queenstown Road Filling Station
Petrol station on Queenstown Road, Battersea
Places of worship
Victorian parish church serving the Lavender Hill area
~0.4 kmCatholic church on Kensington Church Street serving SW11 community
~0.6 kmActive congregation with community outreach programmes
~0.5 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 152% above the national average (171.8 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1072 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 1,903.
Housing & utilities
Two- and three-bedroom terraced houses characterise most streets
Many large houses have been split into one- and two-bed flats
Inner-city density typical of this part of Wandsworth
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Lavender Hill road corridor has elevated NO₂; side streets are better
Clapham Common and Battersea Park within easy reach
Moderate traffic and pedestrian noise typical of inner London
Area not in primary flood plain; limited surface-water risk
FAQs
Where exactly is the postcode SW11 5QL?
SW11 5QL is located in the Lavender Hill area of Battersea, in the London Borough of Wandsworth. It sits within the Lavender ward, close to the busy Lavender Hill shopping and dining corridor in south-west London.
Which council covers SW11 5QL?
SW11 5QL falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. Wandsworth Council handles local services including planning, council tax, waste collection and housing. Wandsworth is known for having relatively low council tax rates within inner London.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW11 5QL in?
SW11 5QL is in the Battersea parliamentary constituency, which covers much of the Battersea and Lavender Hill area and is represented in the House of Commons.
What are schools like near SW11 5QL?
Several schools serve the SW11 5QL area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings. The area is well provided for primary and secondary provision typical of inner Wandsworth.
What is the neighbourhood like around SW11 5QL?
The area is a lively, mixed inner-London neighbourhood. Lavender Hill has a strong independent café and shop scene, Victorian terraced streets, and a diverse community. It borders Clapham to the east and is close to Battersea Park and the Thames to the north.
How do I get to SW11 5QL by public transport?
Several bus routes serve Lavender Hill directly, connecting to Clapham Junction, Victoria, Brixton and Stockwell. The area is also accessible by cycling, with TfL Quietway routes nearby. Clapham Junction is the closest major rail interchange, reachable on foot in around 10–12 minutes.
Is SW11 5QL in a Controlled Parking Zone?
Yes, most streets around SW11 5QL are within Wandsworth's Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ). Residents need a valid permit to park, and pay-and-display or permit rules apply at different times. Check Wandsworth Council's website for the exact zone boundaries and hours.
What green spaces are near SW11 5QL?
Clapham Common is around 0.9 km away and offers large open grassland, sports facilities and ponds. Battersea Park, with its riverside setting, Peace Pagoda and children's zoo, is approximately 1.6 km away. Both are easily reached on foot or by bike.
Nearby postcodes
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Useful links
Official records and property listings for SW11 5QL: