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London (SW11)
The SW11 postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 2218 individual postcodes.
There are 3 electoral wards in the SW11 postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Wandsworth Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 45% of people in SW11 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 SW11 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
SW11 is a postcode district located in South West London in UK. It is situated within the London Borough of Wandsworth and other surrounding boroughs such as Kensington and Chelsea, and Westminster.
The postcode district covers most of the Battersea and Clapham area, as well as rows of townhouses in part of South Lambeth. Postcodes within the district often include the characters SW, as in the full postcode form of SW11 5NB.
The area is home to many trendy restaurants, cafes and bars, as well as numerous parks, playing fields, green spaces and golf courses, making it a great place for any outdoors enthusiast. It also has excellent transport links to Central London.
Many of South London's attractions are within easy reach of SW11, including Battersea Park, with its iconic landmarks, botanical gardens and recreation areas, as well as a zoo. The area also has several historic churches, including St Mary's Church in Battersea and St. John the Divine in Clapham.
The district is also known for its performance art, with a popular theatre and share house - The CLF Art Cafe - located in The Bussey Building in Peckham, which is a short tube ride away from SW11.
The shopping scene in SW11 is strong, with a variety of markets, independent retailers and large department stores such as John Lewis and Sainsbury's. The high street is also home to designer boutiques, such as Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen.
Home to many current and past celebrities, the thriving riverside area is known for its high property prices and sought after streets. With plenty of civil, educational and healthcare facilities, the area is well served with an efficient local transport network, including a number of bus links and a railway station.
Demographics
Greater London
SW11 is located in the county of Greater London, in England.
Greater London has a total population of 8,778,500, making it the 1st largest county in the UK.
Greater London has a total area of 606 square miles, and a population density of 5594 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | SW11 |
| Postal Town | London |
| MSOA Name | Wandsworth 008 |
| LSOA Name | Wandsworth 008E |
| County | Greater London |
| Region | Greater London |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
SW11 Electoral Wards
The postal region of SW11, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.
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Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 45% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.