Map & location
Overview
SW1V 1AA is located in Pimlico, one of London's most distinctively planned neighbourhoods, developed by Thomas Cubitt in the mid-nineteenth century. The area is characterised by its grand stucco-fronted terraces, garden squares and quiet residential streets, sitting between the bustle of Victoria to the north and the Thames Embankment to the south. Vincent Square — home to the Westminster School playing fields and the Royal Horticultural Society's London garden — is a defining landmark of this ward.
The postcode falls within the City of Westminster, one of London's most prestigious local authority areas, and benefits from outstanding connectivity to the rest of the capital. Pimlico's streets are a blend of elegant period housing, embassy offices, local cafés and specialist shops, giving the area a refined but genuinely residential character that distinguishes it from the more commercial surroundings of Victoria and Belgravia.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £800,000, around 19% above the wider SW1V district average of £672,469 (HM Land Registry, 104 recent sales).
Getting here
SW1V 1AA is well served by London Underground services, with Pimlico and Victoria stations both within comfortable walking distance. Several TfL bus routes pass through or near Vauxhall Bridge Road and Belgrave Road, linking the area to Victoria, Vauxhall, Waterloo and beyond. The area is largely flat and well suited to cycling, with several Santander Cycles docking stations nearby. Vauxhall Bridge and Chelsea Bridge Road also provide easy access for cyclists heading south or west along the river.
What it's famous for
Pimlico is celebrated for its Cubitt-era stucco terraces and carefully preserved Victorian streetscapes, earning it conservation area status. The neighbourhood is closely associated with Vincent Square, whose vast open playing fields are unusual in central London and are shared by Westminster School. The Royal Horticultural Society has maintained a presence here since the early twentieth century. Nearby Tate Britain on Millbank draws visitors from around the world to its collection of British art. The area featured in the Ealing comedy Passport to Pimlico (1949), which cemented its identity as a neighbourly enclave with a proud local character.
Services & facilities
Responsible for local planning, housing and waste services
Policing for the SW1V area
Nearest fire cover for Pimlico
Local branch library on Rampayne Street serving SW1V residents
SW1V deliveries managed from the Victoria area office
Tourist attractions
World-renowned British art gallery on Millbank
~0.5 kmLarge Victorian square with RHS garden and playing fields
~0.2 kmSmall riverside park on the Embankment near Vauxhall Bridge
~0.7 kmThames riverside walk leading to Westminster Bridge
~0.9 kmPopular street market with fresh produce and street food
~0.4 kmStriking Byzantine-style Catholic cathedral off Victoria Street
~0.6 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW1P1NL · 020 75921850
~50 mSW1V1SN · 020 78342298
~350 mSW1V1RU · 02078 347296
~400 mPharmacies
SW1E5JH · 02078 286013
~200 mSW1V1JU · 02078 34076
~200 mSW1W9SJ · 020 79319490
~300 mDentists
SW1V1AA
~50 mSW1V1DE
~250 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, St Vincent De Paul Catholic Primary School, is ~100 m away.
Academy converter
~100 mOther independent school
~150 mOther independent school
~300 mAcademy converter
~350 mVoluntary aided school
~350 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Cluster of independent eateries along Tachbrook Street and Lupus Street
Mix of independent retailers and convenience stores
Several diplomatic missions occupy Pimlico's larger stucco properties
Multiple residential property agents serving the SW1V market
Gyms & leisure
Open sports ground used by Westminster School and public events
~0.2 kmMajor gallery with free permanent collection of British art
~0.5 kmLocal leisure centre with gym and swimming pool
~0.5 kmAttractive Victorian garden square open to local residents
~0.4 kmSeveral traditional pubs and bars on Lupus Street and Churton Street
Service providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband available across SW1V
Cable broadband serving much of the Pimlico area
Available via Openreach infrastructure in SW1V
Electricity distribution network operator for SW1V
Water and sewerage services provider for the area
Residential & community
Grand mid-Victorian terrace houses, many converted to flats
Several Westminster estates providing affordable homes in SW1V
Upper-floor and basement flats within Victorian townhouses
Infill new-build apartments on former commercial sites
Transport
Train & Tube
Victoria Station
Victoria
St James's Park Station
St Jamess Park
Pimlico Station
Pimlico
Sloane Square
Sloane Square
Bus stops
Vauxhall Bridge Road stops
Frequent services towards Victoria, Vauxhall and Pimlico
Belgrave Road / Tachbrook Street
Routes connecting Pimlico to Victoria and Stockwell
Lupus Street
Cross-river routes to south and east London
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles — Vauxhall Bridge
TfL hire docking station near the river crossing
Santander Cycles — Vincent Square
Docking station adjacent to the square
Cycle Route — CS5 / Quietway
Signed cycle routes linking Pimlico to Westminster Bridge and beyond
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
On-street EV Chargers
Westminster City Council EV charge points on residential streets in SW1V
Defibrillators
Defibrillator — Pimlico Library
Publicly accessible AED at the library on Rampayne Street
Postboxes & Post Office
Post Office — Warwick Way
Branch post office serving the Pimlico area
Fuel stations
Filling Station — Vauxhall Bridge Road
Petrol and diesel available on the main road north
Places of worship
Mother church of the Catholic Church in England and Wales
~0.6 kmVictorian Church of England parish church on St George's Square
~0.4 kmParish church serving the eastern part of Pimlico
~0.5 kmActive Methodist congregation in the SW1V area
~0.4 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 1380% above the national average (1,007.4 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1490 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 8 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the less deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,218.
Housing & utilities
Blend of private ownership, private renting and social housing typical of central Westminster
Majority of stock dates from the 1840s–1870s Cubitt development era
Compact urban blocks with many multi-storey converted properties
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Large open green space — rare for inner central London
ULEZ zone; air quality broadly moderate for central London
Busy roads nearby but residential streets are generally quieter
Strict controls protect the Victorian character of streets and buildings
FAQs
Where exactly is SW1V 1AA?
SW1V 1AA is in Pimlico, in the Vincent Square ward of the City of Westminster, central London. It sits roughly between Victoria to the north, Vauxhall Bridge Road to the east and the Thames Embankment to the south.
What is the nearest Underground station to SW1V 1AA?
The postcode is within easy walking distance of two Underground stations serving different lines. See the transport section above for full details on nearby stations and distances.
Which council covers SW1V 1AA?
SW1V 1AA falls within the City of Westminster, one of London's 32 boroughs. Westminster City Council provides local services including planning, waste collection and housing.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW1V 1AA in?
The postcode is in the Cities of London and Westminster constituency, represented in the UK Parliament.
What are the schools like near SW1V 1AA?
Several schools serve the area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the Pimlico area like to live in?
Pimlico is a quiet, predominantly residential neighbourhood with a refined character. It features elegant Victorian terraces, garden squares, independent shops on Tachbrook Street, and good transport links, making it popular with young professionals and families alike.
What is Vincent Square and why is it significant?
Vincent Square is a large open square in the heart of this ward, unusual for its sheer size in central London. It contains playing fields used by Westminster School and hosts an RHS garden — a green oasis surrounded by period architecture.
What are approximate property prices in SW1V?
SW1V is a sought-after central London postcode, and property values reflect that premium position in Westminster. Prices vary significantly by property type and floor — see local estate agent listings for current market estimates.
Useful links
Official records and property listings for SW1V 1AA: