SW11

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Top postcodes in SW11

Ranked by liveability score. Click any postcode for the full area report.

About SW11

SW11 is Wandsworth's most desirable postcode, known for its tree-lined streets, period properties, and the gravitational pull of Battersea Park at its heart. The area attracts young professionals, growing families, and established residents who value green space and village-like charm within easy reach of central London. With a liveability score of 76/100, it punches above its weight as a genuinely pleasant place to live, though the trade-off is property prices that reflect its popularity—the median sits at £747,000, up 4.6% in the past year. The district's main strength is its schools, which score an exceptional 97/100 with 97% rated Good or Outstanding, making it particularly magnetic for families.

Safety and security are genuine strengths here, with an 80/100 safety score and a moderate crime rate of 73 per 1,000 residents, below the London average. Transport is the weak point for SW11, scoring only 62/100 with an average PTAL of 3.4, meaning some pockets rely more heavily on buses or walking than others—this suits those working locally or flexible commuters more than daily City workers. The district works exceptionally well for families prioritizing education and green space over convenient commuting, and for property investors seeking stable appreciation in a consistently popular neighbourhood. Those dependent on frequent rapid transit into central London may find the transport links frustrating enough to look elsewhere.