Battersea
Population
70,601
Crime per 1,000 residents
722
Schools
11
Parks
20
Stations
4
GP practices
22
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Battersea is a riverside South West London area within Wandsworth, known for Battersea Park, new riverside developments and the regenerated Power Station district. It has strong access to Chelsea, Clapham and central London.
Vibe and lifestyle
Modern, desirable and increasingly upmarket with a mix of riverside living, green space and nightlife. Popular with professionals, families and high-income renters.
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Safety and crime trends
50,969 crimes were recorded between 2024-04 and 2025-01, spanning 10 months of data. The category breakdown helps show whether activity is concentrated in a few offence types or spread across a broader mix of incidents.
Families, schools and healthcare
The local education footprint includes 11 schools (9 primary, 2 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 22 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.
Population and property context
Census data indicates a resident population of 70,601 across 31,437 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £966,230, based on 3,774 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 10 supermarkets, 4 transport stations, 20 parks and 6 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 8 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.