Map & location
Overview
SW18 4GQ sits within the Wandsworth Town ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, a vibrant area that has undergone considerable regeneration in recent decades. The postcode lies close to Old York Road and the network of streets running south-west from Wandsworth town centre, with the River Wandle flowing nearby before joining the Thames at Wandsworth Park. The neighbourhood blends Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing with newer apartment developments, attracting a mix of young professionals and established families.
Wandsworth Town benefits from an excellent range of independent shops, cafés, and restaurants, particularly along Bellevue Road and the Southside Shopping Centre nearby. The broad open spaces of Wandsworth Common and King George's Park are within easy reach, offering green retreats from urban life. The area falls within the Putney parliamentary constituency and is well served by bus routes connecting it to Clapham, Putney, and central London.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £505,000, around 22% below the wider SW18 district average of £644,500 (HM Land Registry, 806 recent sales).
Getting here
SW18 4GQ is well connected by London bus services, with stops on Old York Road, Wandsworth High Street, and East Hill serving numerous routes into central London and across south-west London. Wandsworth Town is reachable on foot or by cycle from the postcode within a few minutes. The A3 and A214 arterial roads are close by, making car journeys to central London, the South Circular, and the M25 straightforward. Cycling infrastructure along the River Wandle and through King George's Park connects the area to Wimbledon, Earlsfield, and the riverside path towards Putney.
What it's famous for
Wandsworth Town is perhaps best known as home to the Young's Brewery site, now redeveloped into the award-winning Ram Quarter — a mixed-use neighbourhood centred on the historic 18th-century Ram Brewery buildings. The area is also celebrated for Wandsworth Common, one of south London's most popular open spaces, and for the River Wandle Trail, a 14-mile walking and cycling route. Wandsworth has long been noted for having one of the lowest council-tax rates in London, and it consistently performs well in quality-of-life surveys for inner London neighbourhoods.
Services & facilities
London Borough of Wandsworth provides local authority services
Public lending library on the High Street
Household waste and recycling drop-off facility
Metropolitan Police station serving the local area
Full post office and counter services nearby
Tourist attractions
Award-winning regeneration of the historic Young's Brewery site
~0.3 kmSpacious riverside park with sports facilities and café
~0.5 kmLarge open common with ponds, tennis courts and cafés
~1.0 kmLarge retail centre with major high-street brands and cinema
~0.6 km14-mile walking and cycling route along the River Wandle
~0.3 kmRiverside park on the Thames with open lawns and views
~1.2 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW184HX · 020 88741700
~150 mSW184DD · 020 30062741
~400 mSW184DD · 02030 062741
~400 mPharmacies
SW184JE · 02088 748406
~100 mSW184TG · 020 88703177
~200 mSW184DH · 020 88741723
~450 mDentists
SW184JE
~100 mSW181RU
~400 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, West Hill Primary School, is ~150 m away.
Community school
~150 mOther independent school
~350 mVoluntary aided school
~400 mFree schools
~450 mAcademy sponsor led
~750 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Major retail and leisure destination anchoring Wandsworth town centre
Cluster of independent restaurants and cafés on Old York Road
Offices, restaurants, residential and events space in the brewery complex
Light industrial and commercial units near the Wandle riverside
Several residential property agencies serving the Wandsworth Town area
Gyms & leisure
Football pitches, tennis courts and children's play area
~0.5 kmPublic leisure centre with pool and fitness facilities
~0.7 kmHistoric Victorian pub on Old York Road
~0.2 kmMultiplex cinema within Southside Shopping Centre
~0.6 kmPopular walking and cycling route along the Wandle
~0.3 kmOpen common for walking, running and informal sports
~1.0 kmService providers
FTTC and FTTP fibre broadband available in the area
Cable broadband and TV services available
All major mobile networks with 4G and 5G coverage
Electricity and gas distribution networks serving the postcode
Water and sewerage services provider for the area
Residential & community
Characteristic late 19th-century brick terraces on surrounding streets
New-build flats, particularly in the Ram Quarter and riverside areas
Larger Edwardian semis found on roads towards Wandsworth Common
Mix of owner-occupied, private rented and some social housing
Compact neighbourhood with strong local identity and community life
Transport
Train & Tube
East Putney
East Putney
Southfields Station
Southfields
Putney Bridge Station
Putney Bridge
Parsons Green
Parsons Green
Bus stops
Old York Road
Stops on Old York Road serve routes into central London and Clapham
Wandsworth High Street
Major bus interchange with frequent services across south-west London
East Hill / Wandsworth Town
Stops serving routes towards Clapham Junction and Tooting
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles Docking Station
Hire bikes available at Wandsworth Town docking points
River Wandle Trail
Dedicated off-road cycling route following the River Wandle
Quietway 4 (Cycleway)
Signed cycling route connecting Putney to Wandsworth and beyond
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Southside Shopping Centre EV Charging
Public EV charge points in the Southside car park
On-Street EV Points
Wandsworth Council on-street EV charging bays on local roads
Defibrillators
Southside Shopping Centre
Public-access defibrillator in the shopping centre
King George's Park
Defibrillator available at the park sports facilities
Postboxes & Post Office
Wandsworth Town Post Office
Post office counter services in the town centre
Fuel stations
Texaco / BP Forecourt
Petrol station near Wandsworth High Street
Places of worship
Historic parish church near Wandsworth town centre
~0.5 kmCatholic parish church serving the Wandsworth community
~0.6 kmActive Baptist congregation in central Wandsworth
~0.5 kmLocal mosque serving the Muslim community in the borough
~0.8 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 63% above the national average (110.6 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
631 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 1,799.
Housing & utilities
Most streets feature period terraced and semi-detached housing
Significant new-build residential units added in the brewery regeneration
Area popular with owner-occupiers and young professional renters
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Substantial green open space within walking distance
Affected by A3 traffic; broadly typical of inner south-west London
River Wandle proximity means some flood risk near the watercourse
Busy roads and railway create moderate background noise levels
FAQs
Where is the postcode SW18 4GQ?
SW18 4GQ is located in Wandsworth Town, in the London Borough of Wandsworth, south-west London, close to Old York Road and the River Wandle, and falls within the Putney parliamentary constituency.
What is the nearest train or tube station to SW18 4GQ?
Several rail and Underground stations are within walking or short cycling distance of SW18 4GQ — see the Transport section above for the nearest options with distances.
Which schools are near SW18 4GQ?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the SW18 4GQ area — see the Schools section above for the nearest, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is Wandsworth Town like to live in?
Wandsworth Town is a well-regarded inner London neighbourhood with a strong community feel, good transport links, excellent parks including King George's Park and Wandsworth Common, and a lively mix of independent shops, cafés and restaurants along Old York Road and in the Ram Quarter.
What are house prices like in SW18 4GQ?
SW18 4GQ is in Wandsworth Town, one of south-west London's more sought-after neighbourhoods. Property values reflect its proximity to central London and quality of life, but for current price data please consult local estate agents or the Land Registry.
Which council covers SW18 4GQ?
SW18 4GQ falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth, which provides all local authority services including planning, waste collection, parks and libraries.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW18 4GQ in?
SW18 4GQ is part of the Putney parliamentary constituency.
What bus routes serve SW18 4GQ?
Several TfL bus routes stop near SW18 4GQ on Old York Road and Wandsworth High Street, providing frequent services to Clapham, Putney, Tooting, and central London. See the Transport section above for specific routes and stop names.
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