Map & location
Overview
SW15 3PQ falls within the Roehampton ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, close to the border with Richmond upon Thames. The area is characterised by a mix of post-war social housing estates — most notably the Alton Estate, a landmark of mid-century modernist planning — alongside private housing, green spaces and community facilities. Roehampton Lane and Danebury Avenue are the main local thoroughfares, providing everyday amenities within easy reach.
The neighbourhood sits on the southern edge of Richmond Park and adjacent to Roehampton University (University of Roehampton), giving it a notably green and campus-influenced character. Putney town centre, with its wider range of shops, restaurants and rail links, is roughly 1.5 miles to the north-east, while Barnes and East Sheen are accessible to the north-west.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £500,000, around 15% below the wider SW15 district average of £585,833 (HM Land Registry, 469 recent sales).
Getting here
Roehampton is served by several London bus routes connecting the area to Putney, Kingston, Hammersmith and Richmond. The nearest bus stops on Roehampton Lane and Danebury Avenue provide frequent daytime services. The area is not directly on the London Underground network, but national rail and District line services at nearby Putney and Barnes are within a short bus ride or cycle. Cycling is popular via the quiet residential streets and the paths skirting Richmond Park; the Tamsin Trail provides a traffic-free route around the park's perimeter.
What it's famous for
Roehampton is best known for the Alton Estate, one of Britain's most celebrated post-war housing developments, widely studied for its Corbusier-influenced point blocks and low-rise terraces set amid mature woodland. The area also borders Richmond Park — a Royal Park and National Nature Reserve famous for its red and fallow deer herds, ancient oak trees and panoramic views across London. Roehampton Club, one of the country's premier private sports clubs, has been a fixture of the neighbourhood since the early twentieth century and is renowned for its polo, tennis and golf facilities.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, planning, waste and local services for the borough
Kerbside recycling and refuse collected by Wandsworth Council
Local branch library on Danebury Avenue serving the community
Hosts local events, classes and support services
Tourist attractions
Royal Park with roaming deer herds and ancient woodland
~0.2 kmLandmark modernist housing estate of national architectural significance
~0.3 kmPrestigious private club with polo, tennis, golf and swimming
~0.6 kmOpen heathland adjoining Wimbledon Common and Richmond Park
~0.9 kmCampus university set in landscaped grounds near Roehampton Lane
~0.5 kmLocal recreational open space used for sport and leisure
~0.4 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW154LE · 020 87884844
~1.7 kmSW154LE · 07493 512803
~1.7 kmSW154AA · 020 87805770
~1.7 kmPharmacies
SW153PG · 02084 803333
~300 mSW153DT · 020 87802534
~550 mDentists
SW153PS
~350 mSW153QE
~650 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Robin Hood Primary and Nursery School, is ~1000 m away.
Academy converter
~1000 mCommunity school
~1.3 kmVoluntary aided school
~1.8 kmFree schools
~1.8 kmLocal authority nursery school
~1.8 kmSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Small parade of convenience retailers serving the estate
Major employer and anchor institution in the neighbourhood
Independent food outlets along Roehampton Lane
Large private members' sports and leisure facility
Gyms & leisure
Cycling, walking and wildlife watching in 2,500 acres of Royal parkland
~0.2 kmTennis, golf, polo and swimming for members
~0.6 kmTraffic-free 7.5-mile circuit around the perimeter of Richmond Park
~0.2 kmHeathland ideal for walking, running and informal recreation
~0.9 kmPublic gym and swimming pool facility serving local residents
~0.5 kmService providers
Fibre and copper broadband infrastructure across the postcode
Cable broadband available in parts of Roehampton
Gas and electricity distribution for the area
EE, O2, Vodafone and Three all provide coverage in SW15
Residential & community
Modernist point blocks and low-rise terraces, mix of tenures
Found on streets such as Roehampton Lane and surrounding roads
Various eras of flat development across the ward
Student halls on the University of Roehampton campus nearby
Transport
Train & Tube
Southfields Underground Station
Southfields
Norbiton
Norbiton
Raynes Park
Raynes Park
Barnes Station
Barnes
Bus stops
Roehampton Lane / Danebury Avenue
Frequent services to Putney, Kingston, Hammersmith and Richmond
Roehampton, Danebury Avenue
Links to Richmond, Putney Bridge and Hammersmith
Cycle hire
Tamsin Trail (Richmond Park)
Traffic-free circular route around Richmond Park perimeter
Roehampton Lane Cycle Route
On-road cycling along main local arterial road towards Putney
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
University of Roehampton Car Park
EV charging points available on campus, short distance away
Defibrillators
Roehampton Library
Public access defibrillator reported at the library building
Postboxes & Post Office
Roehampton Post Office
Post Office services available locally on Danebury Avenue
Fuel stations
Nearest Petrol Station
Fuel available at stations on Upper Richmond Road and in Putney
Places of worship
Church of England parish church serving the Roehampton community
~0.5 kmRoman Catholic church in the Roehampton area
~0.6 kmMulti-faith chaplaincy open to all on the university campus
~0.5 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 149% above the national average (169.2 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
78 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 1,684.
Housing & utilities
Significant proportion of social rented homes alongside owner-occupied and private rented
Alton Estate is a nationally listed example of post-war planned housing
Much of the estate bordered by mature trees, giving a semi-rural feel
Demographics
Air quality & noise
One of London's largest Royal Parks directly adjoins the ward
Generally better than inner London average, benefiting from parkland
Residential and campus character keeps noise levels moderate
Elevated position reduces surface water and river flood risk
FAQs
Where is the SW15 3PQ postcode?
SW15 3PQ is located in Roehampton, in the London Borough of Wandsworth, south-west London. It sits near the southern edge of Richmond Park, close to Roehampton Lane and the University of Roehampton.
Which council covers SW15 3PQ?
SW15 3PQ falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. Wandsworth Council provides local services including housing, planning and waste collection for this postcode.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW15 3PQ in?
SW15 3PQ is within the Putney parliamentary constituency.
What is Roehampton like to live in?
Roehampton offers a relatively green, quiet environment for south-west London, with Richmond Park on the doorstep, a strong community feel and a mix of social and private housing. It is well served by buses and has a university campus nearby, making it popular with students, families and those seeking open space close to the city.
Are there schools near SW15 3PQ?
Several schools serve the Roehampton area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, including distances and Ofsted ratings, drawn from authoritative data.
How do I get to SW15 3PQ by public transport?
The postcode is served by several London bus routes along Roehampton Lane and Danebury Avenue, connecting to Putney, Richmond, Kingston and Hammersmith. National rail and Underground stations are accessible by bus or a short cycle ride.
What is the Alton Estate?
The Alton Estate is a large post-war housing development in Roehampton, built in the 1950s and 1960s, celebrated for its modernist architecture influenced by Le Corbusier. It is a nationally significant example of mid-century planned housing and parts are listed buildings.
What open spaces are near SW15 3PQ?
Richmond Park — a 2,500-acre Royal Park famous for its deer herds — is immediately adjacent. Putney Heath, Wimbledon Common and the riverside at Putney are all within a short distance, making the area unusually green for inner London.
Nearby postcodes
Other postcodes near SW15 3PQ:
Useful links
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