Map & location
Overview
SW15 5PH sits within Roehampton, one of south-west London's most architecturally varied neighbourhoods. The area is notable for its mix of post-war council estates — including the large Alton Estate, a landmark of 1950s and 1960s social housing — alongside Georgian terraces, Victorian semis and modern infill development. Roehampton Lane and Danebury Avenue are among the key streets running through this part of the ward.
The postcode falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth and is represented in Parliament by the Putney constituency. Residents benefit from unusually close access to open green space: Richmond Park, one of London's largest Royal Parks, is within walking distance to the west, while Putney Heath and Wimbledon Common lie to the south and east. The neighbourhood has a strong community identity shaped by its social housing heritage and its proximity to Roehampton University.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £620,000, around 6% above the wider SW15 district average of £585,833 (HM Land Registry, 337 recent sales).
Getting here
SW15 5PH is accessible by several Transport for London bus routes serving Roehampton Lane and the surrounding area, connecting residents to Putney, Richmond, Kingston and Hammersmith. Cycling is popular given the nearby Tamsin Trail around Richmond Park; several quiet residential streets and the park's own cycle paths provide car-free routes. Putney town centre, with its mainline and Underground connections, is approximately 1.5 miles to the east. Roehampton is also served by regular bus links into central London.
What it's famous for
Roehampton is best known for the Alton Estate, designed by the London County Council Architects' Department and widely considered one of the finest examples of post-war modernist public housing in Britain, drawing architecture students and enthusiasts from around the world. The area is also home to Roehampton University (University of Roehampton), set on a campus of landscaped grounds including Froebel College. Nearby Richmond Park — a UNESCO-designated Site of Special Scientific Interest — is famed for its herds of red and fallow deer and sweeping views across London.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, waste, planning and local services for the borough
Large post-war social housing estate managed by Wandsworth Council
Local branch library on Danebury Avenue serving the Roehampton community
Venue for local events, classes and community activities
Tourist attractions
Royal Park with deer herds, ancient woodland and panoramic London views
~0.4 miOpen heathland connecting Roehampton to Wimbledon Common
~0.6 miCelebrated 1950s modernist social housing, an architectural landmark
~0.2 miCampus university set in historic parkland on Roehampton Lane
~0.5 miVast common and nature reserve straddling the borough boundary
~1.0 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW155PN · 020 83552450
~200 mSW155PN · 020 84876499
~200 mSW155PN · 020 84876999
~200 mPharmacies
SW154HJ
~800 mSW154DQ · 020 87883053
~850 mDentists
SW155PN
~200 mSW154LB
~900 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Roehampton, is ~200 m away.
Voluntary aided school
~200 mHigher education institutions
~200 mLocal authority nursery school
~550 mFree schools
~550 mOther independent school
~650 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Small parade of convenience retailers and takeaways serving Alton Estate
Major employer and education provider on Roehampton Lane
Private members sports and leisure club on Roehampton Lane
Small cluster of independent shops, cafés and services near the church
Gyms & leisure
Tennis, golf, swimming and fitness for members on Roehampton Lane
~0.6 mi7.5-mile circular cycling and walking trail around Richmond Park
~0.4 miExtensive open land ideal for walking, running and horse riding
~0.6 miBorough leisure centre with pool and gym, reachable by bus
~2.5 miService providers
Fibre broadband infrastructure available across SW15
Cable broadband coverage present in parts of Roehampton
Fortnightly recycling and weekly refuse collections
Water and sewerage provider for SW London
Residential & community
Large post-war LCC estate of point blocks and terraces, mostly social rent
Georgian and Victorian cottages and semis near the old village centre
Newer flatted schemes built on redeveloped land within the estate area
Mix of inter-war and post-war houses and flats in a residential setting
Transport
Train & Tube
East Putney Underground Station
East Putney
Putney Bridge Station
Putney Bridge
Southfields Station
Southfields
Kew Gardens Underground Station
Kew Gardens
Bus stops
Roehampton, Danebury Avenue
Stops on Danebury Avenue linking to Putney, Richmond and Kingston
Roehampton, Roehampton Lane
Frequent services north to Hammersmith and south to Kingston
Alton Road / Roehampton Gate
Services towards Richmond Park Gate and Richmond town centre
Cycle hire
Tamsin Trail Access — Roehampton Gate
Entry point to Richmond Park's dedicated off-road cycling circuit
Quiet Route — Danebury Avenue
Residential cycling route connecting Roehampton to Putney
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Wandsworth Council EV Chargepoints
On-street electric vehicle charging points in the Roehampton area
Defibrillators
Roehampton Library Defibrillator
Publicly accessible AED at Roehampton Library on Danebury Avenue
Postboxes & Post Office
Roehampton Post Office
Branch post office serving the local Roehampton community
Fuel stations
Roehampton Lane Fuel Station
Petrol station on Roehampton Lane near the Queen Mary's site
Places of worship
Victorian parish church at the heart of Roehampton Village
~0.5 miCatholic church serving the Roehampton and Putney parishes
~0.8 miMulti-faith chaplaincy facility on the university campus
~0.5 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 73% above the national average (118.0 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
254 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 4 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 1,762.
Housing & utilities
Alton Estate means social rented housing is above the London average here
Majority of dwellings are flats or maisonettes within estate blocks
Combination of council, housing association, leasehold and private stock
Demographics
Air quality & noise
UNESCO-designated Site of Special Scientific Interest on the doorstep
Generally good; benefits from large open parkland buffering traffic pollution
Elevated position means low surface-water and river-flooding risk
Residential character with limited heavy traffic compared to inner London
FAQs
Where exactly is the SW15 5PH postcode?
SW15 5PH is located in Roehampton, in the London Borough of Wandsworth. It sits in the Roehampton ward close to the Alton Estate, Roehampton Lane and within easy reach of Richmond Park to the west.
Which council covers SW15 5PH?
SW15 5PH falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth, which provides local authority services including housing, planning, waste collection and leisure facilities.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW15 5PH in?
The postcode is in the Putney parliamentary constituency.
What is the Roehampton area like to live in?
Roehampton is a distinctive south-west London neighbourhood with a strong community identity. It offers unusual access to green space — particularly Richmond Park and Putney Heath — a mix of housing types from modernist estate blocks to Victorian cottages in the old village, and good bus connections to Putney and Richmond.
Are there schools near SW15 5PH?
Several schools serve the Roehampton area. See the Schools section above for the nearest options, including distances and Ofsted ratings.
What transport links does SW15 5PH have?
The area is well served by TfL bus routes along Roehampton Lane and Danebury Avenue connecting to Putney, Richmond, Kingston and Hammersmith. Putney town centre, with further rail and Underground links, is around 1.5 miles away. Cycling via Richmond Park's Tamsin Trail is also popular.
What is Roehampton famous for?
Roehampton is renowned for the Alton Estate, a celebrated example of post-war modernist social housing designed by the London County Council. It is also known for the University of Roehampton and its proximity to Richmond Park, one of London's largest Royal Parks and home to wild deer herds.
What green spaces are near SW15 5PH?
Richmond Park is within roughly 0.4 miles, offering ancient woodland, deer and the Tamsin Trail cycling route. Putney Heath and Wimbledon Common are also within a mile, providing extensive open land for walking and recreation.
Nearby postcodes
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Useful links
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