london SE11 Postcodes

London (SE11)

The SE11 postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 838 individual postcodes.

There are 5 electoral wards in the SE11 postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Lambeth Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 32% of people in SE11 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of SE11 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

SE11 is one of several postcodes for the London Borough of Lambeth, along the southern bank of the River Thames in central London. This area is often referred to as Kennington, or South Kennington, and stretches from Vauxhall Bridge in the north to Kennington Park in the south. In addition to Lambeth, SE11 postcode also covers parts of neighbouring Southwark and Westminster Boroughs.

SE11 is a largely residential area, with a number of high-rise apartment blocks. Many of the blocks are home to London Lambeth's own social housing. The area has a well-developed community spirit, particularly in Kennington Park, where an annual gala and regular family activities are held.

SE11 also offers a range of attractions. Lambeth's Victoria Tower Gardens is home to the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens, a popular local attraction for over 150 years, with ponds, lawns, and sports facilities. South Lambeth Road, a major thoroughfare for buses, is well served by restaurants and pubs, while Kennington Lane has a number of local shops.

In terms of public transport, SE11 is served by four Underground stations - Kennington on the Northern Line, Vauxhall on the Victoria Line, and Pimlico and Oval on the District Line. There is also a good selection of bus routes along South Lambeth Road, with the 18 and 36 terminating at Vauxhall Bridge. Road access to the area is provided by two major main roads - the A3 and A202.

SE11 has a rich history, with many of its historic buildings now having been converted for modern use. The Brunel Museum under construction beside the river at Vauxhall Bridge, Royal College of Art at Kennington Park Road and the iconic Oval Cricket Ground are all in SE11. Other landmarks of the area include St. Anselm's Church, the Oval Petroleum Company Buildings and St Thomas's Hospital.

SE11 is a lively area which offers all the amenities of an inner-city London neighbourhood, while offering a mix of historic and modern attractions. With easy transport links, good amenities, and a strong local community, SE11 is an attractive place to live and visit.

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