Map & location
Overview
SW11 7BA falls within the Nine Elms ward of Battersea, one of London's most ambitious regeneration zones. The area stretches along the south bank of the Thames and has been transformed over the past decade from former industrial and rail-freight land into a modern mixed-use district, anchored by the iconic Battersea Power Station development and the new US Embassy at Nine Elms.
Residents benefit from proximity to Battersea Park, the River Thames riverside walk, and the growing retail, restaurant and leisure offer centred on the Power Station complex. The neighbourhood has attracted significant investment, with new public squares, cycle routes and riverside gardens creating a distinctive character quite unlike the older Victorian streets of neighbouring Clapham or Battersea village.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £912,500, around 7% above the wider SW11 district average of £849,981 (HM Land Registry, 376 recent sales).
Getting here
Nine Elms is well connected by bus along Wandsworth Road and Nine Elms Lane, with multiple routes linking to Victoria, Vauxhall, Stockwell and Clapham Junction. The Northern line extension now serves this part of Battersea with dedicated Underground stations nearby, making central London highly accessible. Cyclists benefit from dedicated lanes along Nine Elms Lane and access to the Quietway route through Battersea Park. For drivers, the area sits close to the A3205 Nine Elms Lane and Wandsworth Road (A3), and the South Circular, with the Thames bridges at Vauxhall and Chelsea providing cross-river routes.
What it's famous for
The area is globally recognised for the Battersea Power Station, the Grade II* listed former coal-fired generating station whose four white chimneys are an enduring London landmark, appearing on the cover of Pink Floyd's Animals album. Nine Elms was historically the site of New Covent Garden Market, the UK's largest wholesale flower and produce market, which continues to operate at the heart of the district. The opening of the US Embassy in 2017 cemented Nine Elms's status as an international destination, and the area's sweeping riverside promenade now rivals more established Thames-side addresses.
Services & facilities
Responsible for planning, waste, housing and local services
Deliveries managed from Battersea sorting office
Policing for Nine Elms and wider SW11 area
Local London Fire Brigade response station on Battersea Bridge Road
Tourist attractions
Iconic regenerated Art Deco power station with shops, restaurants and events
~0.4 km200-acre Victorian riverside park with lake, zoo and sports facilities
~0.7 kmUK's largest wholesale fruit, vegetable and flower market
~0.5 kmNew public riverside walk connecting Vauxhall to Battersea
~0.2 kmContemporary landmark building in the heart of Nine Elms
~0.6 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW82UD · 020 74115720
~550 mSW82UD · 020 74115728
~550 mSW82JB · 020 30494504
~700 mPharmacies
SW82LF · 02077 203285
~400 mSW82UD · 020 76222821
~550 mSW82JS · 020 76226989
~650 mDentists
SW82UD
~550 mSW82JS
~650 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Wyvil Primary School and Resource Bases for Speech, Language and Communication Needs, and Autism, is ~550 m away.
Foundation school
~550 mCommunity school
~550 mVoluntary aided school
~600 mLocal authority nursery school
~700 mVoluntary aided school
~750 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Major retail, dining and entertainment destination in regenerated turbine halls
National hub for wholesale flowers, produce and food service
Ongoing large-scale residential and commercial development projects
Several internationally branded hotels serving business and leisure visitors
Gyms & leisure
Running, cycling, tennis, boating and a children's zoo
~0.7 kmSeveral modern fitness studios within the new development
~0.4 kmScenic Thames-side walking and jogging route
~0.2 kmConcerts, markets and pop-ups in the historic turbine halls
~0.4 kmService providers
Full-fibre and cable broadband available across Nine Elms new builds
Many new developments connected to communal heat networks
Weekly recycling and fortnightly general waste collection
Residential & community
Modern high-rise and mid-rise developments with Thames views
Section 106 affordable and shared-ownership homes in new blocks
Luxury apartments within the converted Grade II* listed power station
Transport
Train & Tube
Nine Elms Underground Station
Nine Elms
Battersea Power Station Underground Station
Nine Elms
Vauxhall
Vauxhall
Pimlico Station
Pimlico
Bus stops
Nine Elms Lane stops
Frequent buses towards Vauxhall, Stockwell, Clapham Junction and Victoria
Wandsworth Road corridor
Additional services running east–west along Wandsworth Road
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles docking station
Hire bikes available at Nine Elms Lane and Battersea Power Station
Nine Elms Lane cycle lane
Dedicated protected cycling infrastructure along the main boulevard
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Battersea Power Station car park EV chargers
Public rapid and fast chargers within the development car park
Nine Elms residential EV charging
In-building EV charging points in newer residential blocks
Defibrillators
Battersea Power Station public defibrillator
AED units located within the public areas of the development
Postboxes & Post Office
Post box — Nine Elms Lane
Royal Mail collection point on Nine Elms Lane
Fuel stations
Wandsworth Road petrol station
Nearest fuel stop on Wandsworth Road heading towards Vauxhall
Places of worship
Historic Anglican church serving the Battersea community
~0.9 kmCatholic parish church near Battersea village
~1.0 kmDiverse faith provision in neighbouring Vauxhall and Clapham
~1.2 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 60% above the national average (109.1 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1262 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
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,494.
Housing & utilities
High proportion of recently constructed flats, many privately rented or managed
New-build flat developments make up the vast majority of housing stock
Prices reflect riverside location and proximity to Battersea Power Station
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Near A3205 and Wandsworth Road; some NOx exposure from traffic
Ongoing regeneration works create periodic elevated noise levels
Excellent access to one of London's most-loved Victorian parks
Some parts of Nine Elms within Environment Agency Flood Zone 2/3
FAQs
Where exactly is SW11 7BA?
SW11 7BA is located in the Nine Elms ward of Battersea, within the London Borough of Wandsworth. It sits along the south bank of the Thames, roughly between Vauxhall Bridge and Battersea Power Station.
What is Nine Elms like as a place to live?
Nine Elms is a rapidly regenerating riverside neighbourhood with modern apartment buildings, a growing riverside promenade and excellent amenities at Battersea Power Station. It appeals strongly to young professionals and has a contemporary, cosmopolitan feel distinct from the Victorian terraces of neighbouring Battersea or Clapham.
Which council covers SW11 7BA?
SW11 7BA falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth, which provides local services including waste collection, planning and housing.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW11 7BA in?
This postcode is in the Battersea constituency.
What schools serve the SW11 7BA area?
Several schools serve the Nine Elms and Battersea area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What transport options are available near SW11 7BA?
The area is served by multiple bus routes along Nine Elms Lane and Wandsworth Road. The Northern line extension has brought Underground connectivity to this part of Battersea. Santander Cycles docking stations and protected cycle lanes on Nine Elms Lane offer additional options.
What is the area known for near SW11 7BA?
The area is best known for the iconic Battersea Power Station, now a major retail, dining and leisure destination, as well as New Covent Garden Market, the US Embassy, and the sweeping Nine Elms riverside promenade.
Is Nine Elms a good area to rent or buy in?
Nine Elms attracts strong interest from renters and buyers seeking modern riverside apartments with good transport links. The ongoing regeneration has significantly improved amenities, though the area is still evolving. Prices reflect the riverside location and proximity to central London.
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