Map & location
Overview
SW15 5PN falls in Roehampton, a neighbourhood in the London Borough of Wandsworth that retains a surprisingly green and village-like character despite its proximity to central London. The area is defined by the large Alton Estate — one of the most significant post-war social housing developments in Britain — and is bordered by the open expanses of Richmond Park to the west and Putney Heath to the south-east, giving residents exceptional access to green space.
Roehampton is a socially diverse community with a strong local identity. Roehampton Lane forms the main commercial spine, offering everyday convenience shops, cafés and services. The nearby University of Roehampton adds a youthful academic dimension to the area. Its combination of parkland borders, post-war heritage architecture and improving transport links makes it a notable and unique corner of south-west London.
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
Roehampton is served by several bus routes running along Roehampton Lane and Danebury Avenue, connecting to Putney, Kingston upon Thames and Hammersmith. The area does not have its own rail or Underground station, so most rail connections are made via bus to neighbouring districts. Cyclists benefit from quiet estate roads and off-road paths giving access to Richmond Park via the Robin Hood Gate. The A306 and South Circular (A205) provide good road access for drivers heading into central London or out towards the M3.
What it's famous for
Roehampton is best known for the Alton Estate, built in the 1950s and early 1960s by the London County Council and widely regarded as a landmark of British Modernist social housing, influenced by Le Corbusier's Unité d'Habitation. The estate's slab and point blocks set amongst parkland are frequently cited in architectural studies. The area is also home to Roehampton Club, a prestigious private sports and social club with polo grounds, and borders Richmond Park — the largest of the Royal Parks in London, famous for its free-roaming red and fallow deer.
Services & facilities
Local parade with supermarket, newsagent and takeaways
Counter services within a local convenience store
Public lending library on Danebury Avenue
Events, clubs and council services for estate residents
Tourist attractions
Royal Park with deer herds, cycling and walking trails
~0.5 kmOpen heathland connecting to Wimbledon Common
~1.2 kmIconic 1950s Modernist social housing development
~0.2 kmPrivate members club with polo, tennis and swimming
~0.6 kmCampus university with public green spaces and events
~0.7 kmLocal green space popular with families and dog walkers
~0.3 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
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~50 mSW155PN · 020 84876499
~50 mSW155PN · 020 84876999
~50 mPharmacies
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~600 mSW154DG · 02087 883150
~700 mDentists
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~50 mSW154LB
~700 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
~250 mFree schools
~500 mLocal authority nursery school
~500 mCommunity school
~650 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Major employer and academic institution on Roehampton Lane
Small independent and chain retailers serving the local community
Cluster of food and drink operators on Roehampton Lane
Private sports club with significant local employment
Gyms & leisure
Deer walking, cycling and open-air recreation
~0.5 kmTennis, polo, swimming and social facilities
~0.6 kmHeathland walking and running routes
~1.2 kmPublic gym, swimming pool and fitness classes
~0.4 kmPopular 11-km road cycling circuit inside the park
~0.6 kmService providers
FTTC and FTTP broadband infrastructure across the estate
Cable broadband available in parts of Roehampton
Water and sewerage services for this postcode
Electricity distribution network operator for south London
Residential & community
Large LCC-built Modernist estate of mixed-tenure flats
Quieter residential streets of terraced and semi-detached houses
Modern apartment developments along the main arterial road
Mix of 1930s semis and post-war homes near open parkland
Transport
Train & Tube
East Putney Underground Station
East Putney
Putney Bridge Station
Putney Bridge
Southfields Station
Southfields
Parsons Green
Parsons Green
Bus stops
Roehampton Lane / Danebury Avenue
Frequent services to Putney, Hammersmith and Kingston
Roehampton Vale
Links to Kingston and Tooting via A306
Cycle hire
Richmond Park (Robin Hood Gate)
Off-road cycling access into the Royal Park
Santander Cycles
Docking stations available in Putney, reachable by bus
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Roehampton Leisure Centre Car Park
Publicly accessible EV charging points
Defibrillators
Roehampton Library
Community defibrillator located at the library entrance
Postboxes & Post Office
Post Office, Roehampton Lane
Counter services available in-store
Fuel stations
Petrol Station, Roehampton Vale
Fuel and convenience store on the A306
Places of worship
Church of England parish church serving Roehampton village
~0.5 kmRoman Catholic church on Roehampton Lane
~0.4 kmFree church congregation serving the local community
~0.6 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs close to the national average (71.0 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
261 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 2,507.
Housing & utilities
Significant proportion of social rented homes alongside private ownership
Majority of dwellings are purpose-built flats, especially on the Alton Estate
Parts of the Alton Estate subject to phased regeneration by Wandsworth Council
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Richmond Park and Putney Heath both within walking distance
Lower traffic density than inner London; near large green lungs
Quieter inside the estate; Roehampton Lane can be busy
FAQs
Where exactly is SW15 5PN?
SW15 5PN is located in Roehampton, in the London Borough of Wandsworth. It sits close to the Alton Estate and is within easy reach of Richmond Park. The area lies within the Roehampton ward and the Putney parliamentary constituency.
What is Roehampton like to live in?
Roehampton is a socially diverse and relatively green neighbourhood. It has strong architectural heritage through the Alton Estate, excellent access to Richmond Park and Putney Heath, a local shopping parade, and a community feel unusual for inner south-west London.
Which council covers SW15 5PN?
SW15 5PN falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. Council services including housing, waste collection and planning are managed by Wandsworth Council.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW15 5PN in?
SW15 5PN is in the Putney parliamentary constituency.
What schools are near SW15 5PN?
Several schools serve the Roehampton area, covering primary and secondary phases. See the Schools section on this page for the nearest options with distances and Ofsted ratings.
How do I get to and from Roehampton?
Roehampton has no direct rail or Underground station but is well served by buses along Roehampton Lane running to Putney, Hammersmith and Kingston. Routes 72, 265 and 493 are among those stopping nearby, providing onward rail and tube connections.
What green spaces are near SW15 5PN?
Richmond Park, one of London's largest Royal Parks, is approximately 0.5 km away and accessible via Robin Hood Gate. Putney Heath and Wimbledon Common are also within cycling or walking distance, making the area exceptional for outdoor recreation.
What is the Alton Estate in Roehampton?
The Alton Estate is a large post-war public housing development built in the 1950s and 1960s by the London County Council. It is considered one of the finest examples of Modernist social housing in Britain and is a key part of Roehampton's identity and streetscape.
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