Map & location
Overview
SW1P 4RG falls within the Vincent Square ward of the City of Westminster, one of London's most centrally located postcodes. The area sits just south of Victoria Street and west of Horseferry Road, in a neighbourhood characterised by a mix of Georgian and Victorian terraces, mansion blocks, and institutional buildings. Vincent Square itself — one of the largest private garden squares in London — lies nearby, giving the area a surprisingly open, green feel for central London.
The postcode is within easy reach of Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Tate Britain (a short walk south along Millbank), and the open spaces of St James's Park. The surrounding streets contain a blend of residential properties, government offices, and professional services, reflecting the dual civic and domestic character of this part of SW1.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £700,000, around 39% below the wider SW1P district average of £1,142,690 (HM Land Registry, 271 recent sales).
Getting here
The postcode is well served by the London Underground and bus network. Several bus routes pass along Vauxhall Bridge Road and Victoria Street, connecting the area to Victoria, Vauxhall, the West End, and across the river to South London. Cycling infrastructure is available via the Santander Cycles docking network, and the area is highly walkable — central landmarks such as Westminster Bridge and Lambeth Bridge are within walking distance. Victoria Coach Station is also close by for national coach services.
What it's famous for
Vincent Square is best known for its vast private garden maintained by Westminster School, which uses the grounds for sports. The wider SW1P area is deeply embedded in British political and cultural life — the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and 10 Downing Street are all close by. Tate Britain, on Millbank, is one of the world's leading galleries of British art. The area also has strong associations with the Church of England, with Church House Westminster and several historic churches nearby.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, planning, licensing and local services for the borough
SW1P postcode served by central London sorting operations
Policing for the Vincent Square and broader Westminster area
National administrative centre for the Church of England, Dean's Yard
Tourist attractions
World-class British art gallery on Millbank, ~600 m south
~600 mLarge private garden square used by Westminster School for sports
~150 mIconic royal church and UNESCO World Heritage Site
~700 mRoyal park with lake, pelicans and views of Buckingham Palace
~800 mThe Palace of Westminster, seat of UK government
~800 mTurner collection and temporary British art exhibitions
GPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW1P4EN · 020 78345502
~400 mSE115NH · 020 77351971
~600 mSW1V2RH · 02033 158733
~600 mPharmacies
SW1P4EN · 020 72225793
~400 mSW1P4ER · 08008 85501
~450 mSW1V2QA · 020 78342816
~550 mDentists
SW1P4PR
~250 mSW1P4AP
~350 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Millbank Gardens Primary Academy, is ~250 m away.
Academy converter
~250 mOther independent special school
~300 mOther independent school
~450 mLocal authority nursery school
~600 mFoundation school
~700 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Numerous departmental and civil service buildings along Victoria Street
Clusters of solicitors and policy consultancies near Parliament
Several mid-range and boutique hotels serving Westminster visitors
Supermarkets, cafés and specialist shops along Victoria Street
Gyms & leisure
Open green space and sports ground in the heart of SW1P
~150 mFree-entry British art gallery with café and events programme
~600 mRoyal park ideal for walking and wildlife watching
~800 mLocal authority swimming pool and gym in nearby Pimlico
~600 mSeveral traditional pubs on side streets around Horseferry Road
Service providers
Full fibre and FTTC broadband available across SW1P
Cable broadband coverage in parts of the Westminster area
EE, O2, Vodafone and Three all provide good central London coverage
Water and sewerage provider for Westminster
Residential & community
Period houses on streets such as Maunsel Street and Ponsonby Place
Large Edwardian mansion flats common throughout SW1P
New-build and converted flats near Victoria Street corridor
Combination of private ownership, private rental and council housing
Side streets off Vauxhall Bridge Road retain a calm, neighbourhood feel
Transport
Train & Tube
Pimlico Station
Pimlico
Vauxhall
Vauxhall
St James's Park Station
St Jamess Park
Westminster Station
Westminster
Bus stops
Vauxhall Bridge Road Stops
Frequent services northbound to Victoria and southbound to Vauxhall
Horseferry Road / John Islip Street
Local bus stops serving routes across Westminster and South London
Victoria Street Stops
High-frequency services along Victoria Street towards Victoria and the City
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles — Tachbrook Street
TfL hire bike docking station near Pimlico
Santander Cycles — Howick Place
Docking station close to Victoria Street
Cycle Routes — CS5 / Quietway
National Cycle Network and TfL Quietway routes accessible nearby
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Westminster EV Charging
On-street electric vehicle charge points managed by Westminster City Council
Defibrillators
Publicly Accessible Defibrillators
AEDs registered in nearby public buildings and on Victoria Street
Postboxes & Post Office
Post Office — Victoria
Main Post Office branch near Victoria Street serving SW1P
Fuel stations
Nearest Petrol Station
Petrol stations available on Vauxhall Bridge Road and Grosvenor Road
Places of worship
Victorian Church of England parish church serving Vincent Square
~300 mMother church of Roman Catholics in England and Wales
~600 mRoyal Peculiar and site of coronations and state services
~700 mHistoric Methodist hall also used for concerts and conferences
~700 mCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 93% above the national average (131.4 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1714 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 1,218.
Housing & utilities
Central Westminster consistently sees strong buyer and renter demand
Victorian mansion blocks alongside newer developments near Victoria
Significant proportion of properties let privately, popular with professionals
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Large private garden square offering green relief in dense Westminster
Central London air quality is monitored; ULEZ covers the whole area
Moderate to high traffic noise from Vauxhall Bridge Road and Victoria Street
Parts of SW1P are in Environment Agency flood-awareness zones near the Thames
FAQs
Where exactly is the SW1P 4RG postcode?
SW1P 4RG is located in the Vincent Square ward of the City of Westminster, central London, close to Horseferry Road and Vauxhall Bridge Road, between the districts of Victoria and Pimlico.
Which council covers SW1P 4RG?
SW1P 4RG falls within the City of Westminster, one of the 32 London boroughs, which provides local government services including planning, housing and waste collection.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW1P 4RG in?
SW1P 4RG is in the Cities of London and Westminster parliamentary constituency.
What ward is SW1P 4RG in?
The postcode is in the Vincent Square ward of Westminster, a central ward named after the large private garden square nearby.
What schools are near SW1P 4RG?
Several schools serve the area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the area around SW1P 4RG like to live in?
The area has a mixed residential and institutional character with Victorian mansion blocks, period terraces and quiet side streets. It is highly convenient for central London, with good transport links and proximity to green spaces like Vincent Square and St James's Park.
What amenities are close to SW1P 4RG?
Residents have easy access to supermarkets and cafés on Victoria Street, Tate Britain on Millbank, St James's Park, Westminster Cathedral, and a range of local pubs and restaurants in Pimlico and Victoria.
Is SW1P 4RG in a congestion charge or ULEZ zone?
Yes, SW1P 4RG falls within both the London Congestion Charge Zone and the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), which covers all of Greater London. Drivers should check TfL's website for applicable charges.
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