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Battersea

Area · Inner London

A
schoolsA+
amenitiesA+
transportA+
outdoor-activitiesA

Housing

Average sold price: £649,135

  • all dwelling types£649,135
  • terraced house prices£1,355,394
  • flats and maisonettes prices£609,732

Safety

Crime level: below average

Crimes per 1,000: 83

Schools

    Transport

    • Battersea Power Station (Northern)
    • Pimlico (Victoria)
    • Vauxhall (Victoria)
    • Nine Elms (Northern)
    • Sloane Square (District)

    Vibe

    Living for the weekendDinner & drinksArts & craftsVillage lifeHighly educatedRenters

    FAQ

    Q: Is Battersea a nice place to live?
A: Yes, Battersea is an excellent place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of A. This means it is among the top places to live in London. The area has a vibrant social scene, perfect for those who enjoy going out. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.

Q: How safe is Battersea?
A: Battersea has a below average crime rate for an Inner London suburb, with around 83 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 11% above the national average, and 24% below the Inner London average.

Q: What are the best schools in Battersea?
A: Battersea has 125 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Christ Church CofE Primary School, Chesterton Primary School, Harris Academy Battersea. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Westbridge Academy and Shaftesbury Park Primary School. Note: 4 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.

Q: What are the demographics of Battersea?
A: Battersea has a diverse ethnic mix with no single group forming a majority. Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (55%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.