Map & location
Overview
SW11 8AE falls within the Battersea Park ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, positioned close to the south bank of the Thames and within easy reach of Battersea Park itself. The immediate streets are characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses alongside purpose-built mansion blocks, attracting young professionals, families and long-established local residents alike. Albert Bridge Road and Prince of Wales Drive are among the principal routes shaping the neighbourhood's character.
The surrounding area blends leafy park-side living with excellent connectivity to central London, a thriving local café and restaurant scene along Battersea Park Road, and swift access to the transformed Battersea Power Station development to the north-east. Wandsworth's strong schools, low council tax rates and proximity to Chelsea and Clapham make this one of inner south London's most consistently popular postcodes.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £964,600, around 13% above the wider SW11 district average of £849,981 (HM Land Registry, 635 recent sales).
Getting here
SW11 8AE is well served by bus routes running along Battersea Park Road and Queens Circus, linking directly to Victoria, Chelsea, Clapham and beyond. The postcode is roughly equidistant between several rail and Underground stations; the nearest Underground stations on the Northern and District lines are within comfortable walking or cycling distance, and the area's cycle infrastructure — including Santander Cycles docking stations — makes two-wheel travel a practical choice. The Chelsea Bridge and Albert Bridge provide quick road and cycling access to Chelsea and South Kensington on the north bank of the Thames.
What it's famous for
Battersea Park, one of London's great Victorian public parks, borders this postcode to the north and offers 200 acres of riverside grounds, the Boating Lake, a children's zoo, the Peace Pagoda and year-round events. Just east along the river sits the iconic Battersea Power Station, now a landmark mixed-use destination housing shops, restaurants, a cinema and a new Underground station. The area has long attracted creative and media professionals and has featured prominently in film and television. Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, a beloved British institution, is also located nearby.
Services & facilities
London Borough providing local government services for the area
Kerbside collections and recycling managed by Wandsworth Borough
Public library on Lavender Hill serving the wider Battersea area
Local policing via the Met's Wandsworth borough command
Tourist attractions
200-acre Victorian riverside park with lake, zoo and Peace Pagoda
~300 mIconic Art Deco building now a retail, dining and leisure destination
~1.0 kmBritain's most famous animal rescue centre, on Battersea Park Road
~600 mElegant suspension bridge linking Battersea to Chelsea across the Thames
~500 mOrnate Victorian bridge, a photogenic gateway to Chelsea
~700 mContemporary art gallery inside Battersea Park's Victorian pump house
~400 mGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW115JP · 020 76277100
~950 mSW115JP · 02076 277100
~950 mSW1V3EQ · 0800 0147440
~950 mPharmacies
SW114LX · 02077 204951
~850 mSW114LX · 02077 204951
~850 mSW1V3EN · 020 78347050
~850 mDentists
SW1V3HD
~750 mSW114LY
~850 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Newton Preparatory School, is ~500 m away.
Other independent school
~500 mVoluntary aided school
~500 mVoluntary aided school
~700 mVoluntary aided school
~800 mFurther education
~950 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Major mixed-use development with national and independent brands
Concentration of independent eateries and coffee shops
Home-based and small studios serving London's creative industries
Several estate agents active in the SW11 Battersea Park market
Gyms & leisure
Public athletics facility within the park grounds
~500 mHard and clay courts available for public hire
~400 mPedalo and rowing boat hire on the ornamental lake
~350 mFree outdoor fitness equipment in the park
~350 mFree contemporary art exhibitions in a historic setting
~400 mService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband available across SW11
Cable broadband and TV services available in the area
Water and wastewater services for this postcode
Electricity distribution network operator for Greater London
Residential & community
Period terraced houses typical of the streets around Albert Bridge Road
Late Victorian purpose-built mansion blocks popular along Prince of Wales Drive
Contemporary developments particularly near Battersea Power Station
Predominantly private ownership and private rental; some social housing
Transport
Train & Tube
Battersea Power Station Underground Station
Nine Elms
Pimlico Station
Pimlico
Sloane Square
Sloane Square
Nine Elms Underground Station
Nine Elms
Bus stops
Battersea Park Road / Queens Circus
Frequent services towards Victoria and Clapham
Albert Bridge Road
Services connecting Chelsea, Victoria and Clapham Junction
Prince of Wales Drive
Local connections into Battersea and towards Brixton
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles — Battersea Park
TfL hire bikes docked at several stations in and around the park
Battersea Park Cycle Track
Dedicated on-road cycle lane within Battersea Park perimeter road
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Battersea Power Station Car Park
Public EV charging points at the Power Station development
Battersea Park Road Street Chargers
On-street lamp-post EV chargers installed by Wandsworth Council
Defibrillators
Battersea Park — main entrance area
Publicly accessible defibrillator near the park gates
Postboxes & Post Office
Post Office — Battersea Park Road
Counter services and parcel drop-off on Battersea Park Road
Fuel stations
Petrol Station — Queenstown Road
Nearest forecourt with fuel and convenience store
Places of worship
Grade II listed Anglican parish church on St George's Square
~600 mRoman Catholic church serving the Battersea community
~900 mActive Methodist congregation with community programmes
~800 mCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 60% above the national average (108.8 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
979 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
Predominantly private tenure; strong rental demand from professionals
Park-side location commands a premium in the SW11 market
Victorian terraces and Edwardian mansion blocks define the streetscape
Demographics
Air quality & noise
200 acres of riverside parkland providing substantial green relief
Generally moderate; traffic on Battersea Park Road is the main source
Parts of the ward are within the Environment Agency's flood zone; check before buying
Moderate road and some rail noise; quieter on park-facing streets
FAQs
Where exactly is SW11 8AE?
SW11 8AE is located in the Battersea Park ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, in south-west London. It sits close to the River Thames, adjacent to Battersea Park, and is roughly a mile from Battersea Power Station.
What is SW11 8AE near?
The postcode is within walking distance of Battersea Park, Chelsea Bridge, Albert Bridge, Battersea Dogs & Cats Home and the Battersea Power Station retail and leisure destination. Chelsea on the north bank is just across the river.
Which council covers SW11 8AE?
SW11 8AE falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. Wandsworth Council is responsible for local services including refuse collection, planning, libraries and social care.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW11 8AE in?
The postcode is in the Battersea parliamentary constituency, represented in the House of Commons.
What are schools like near SW11 8AE?
Several schools serve the area — see the Schools section above for the nearest, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the area around SW11 8AE like to live in?
Battersea Park ward is a popular, well-connected inner London neighbourhood. It offers Victorian and Edwardian housing, green space at Battersea Park, good bus links and a vibrant café and restaurant scene, attracting young professionals and families.
What transport links serve SW11 8AE?
The area is served by several bus routes along Battersea Park Road and Albert Bridge Road, connecting to Victoria, Chelsea, Clapham and beyond. Santander Cycles docking stations and dedicated cycling routes in the park make cycling a practical option.
Is SW11 8AE in a flood risk area?
Parts of the Battersea Park ward lie within the Environment Agency's Thames flood plain. Prospective buyers and renters should check the Environment Agency's flood map for the specific property address.
Nearby postcodes
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Useful links
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