OUR GUIDE TO

Battersea, London

A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY

Did you know? Battersea is home to the iconic Battersea Power Station, a historic landmark that has been a symbol of London’s industrial heritage since the 1930s and has now been transformed into a vibrant hub of homes, shops, and entertainment.

Battersea, a dynamic district in southwest London, offers a unique mix of history, culture, and modern living. Nestled along the River Thames, it combines historic charm with contemporary vibrancy, making it one of the city’s most exciting places to explore.

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Places of Interest

One of Battersea’s most iconic landmarks is Battersea Power Station, a striking example of industrial architecture that has been transformed into a thriving destination with shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Nearby, Battersea Park offers a stunning green retreat along the River Thames, featuring a picturesque lake, beautiful gardens, and the charming Battersea Park Children’s Zoo.

For a peaceful escape, Battersea Park’s riverside paths provide a scenic walk with breathtaking views of the Thames. The area is also home to Battersea Arts Centre, a hub for creativity and live performances, celebrating the district’s vibrant cultural scene.

THE HISTORIC BOAT RACE

SHOP TIL YOU DROP

The lively Battersea High Street is a bustling hub, filled with an array of independent shops, charming cafes, and diverse restaurants, making it a popular destination for both locals and visitors. Battersea’s rich heritage, modern developments, and close proximity to central London make it an exciting area to explore. Whether you’re strolling along the Thames riverside, relaxing in Battersea Park, or discovering its cultural landmarks, Battersea offers a perfect blend of history and contemporary charm, inviting you to experience its many hidden gems.

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PARKGATE'S PLACES…

Chris’s Top Tips… The view from Battersea Bridge at sunset, looking out over the Thames towards Battersea Power Station and the twinkling lights of the city—simply breathtaking.

Susie’s Favourite… A relaxing afternoon at The Magic Garden, a quirky and vibrant pub near Battersea Park with live music, great food, and a magical outdoor space.

Daisy’s Go-To… Brunch at Pear Tree Café in Battersea Park—delicious food with stunning lakeside views. A perfect way to start the day!

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FOOD & DRINK

Savour the unique flavours of Battersea with our Food and Drink Showcase, celebrating the vibrant culinary scene that defines this dynamic London district. From cosy cafés to stylish restaurants, immerse yourself in Battersea’s diverse gastronomic landscape. Explore the local dining hotspots and uncover hidden gems that make Battersea a must-visit destination for food lovers. Indulge in the delicious secrets waiting to be discovered in Battersea’s thriving food scene.

The Telegraph

Spacious pub with an extensive gastro menu, surrounded by a leafy beer garden

Battersea Heath

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Hudsons

Easygoing, family-friendly neighbourhood restaurant with outdoor seats, serving global comfort food.

113 Lower Richmond Road

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The Boathouse

Modern 3-floor pub overlooking a riverside wharf, specialising in fish, with Friday lobster menu.

32 Brewhouse Lane

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Ground Coffee Society

High-quality coffee, artisan tea, and delicious breakfasts

79 Lower Richmond Road

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Home SW15

Upmarket, international food menu & cocktails served in a modern, rustic setting.

146 Upper Richmond Road

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LIVING IN BATTERSEA

Green Spaces

Battersea Park is a vibrant green space along the River Thames, perfect for weekend football matches, leisurely strolls, or a scenic picnic. The park also boasts a charming café, a boating lake, and even a children’s zoo, making it a great destination for all ages. For a more tranquil escape, Shuttleworth Park offers a peaceful retreat with open green spaces and quiet walkways. Meanwhile, Clapham Common, just a short distance away, provides vast greenery, cricket pitches, and a lively atmosphere. If you’re looking for family-friendly activities, York Gardens features an excellent playground and sports courts, ideal for a fun day out.

Wandsworth Park

Schools

The schools in Battersea are undoubtedly among the best in London. Chestnut Grove Academy, Thomas’s Battersea, and Harris Academy Battersea are just a few of the ‘outstanding’ rated schools in the area. With a wide selection of top-performing schools, families can find excellent educational opportunities throughout Battersea. For more details on schools in the area, check the Wandsworth Borough schools directory.

Schools in Battersea

PROPERTY & TRANSPORT IN BATTERSEA

Battersea showcases various architectural styles, from stunning Victorian terraces and converted warehouses to sleek modern apartments and riverside developments. In 2022, the average property price in Battersea was around £750,000, highlighting its strong demand and competitive housing market. Property values have steadily risen over the years, driven by regeneration projects, the transformation of Battersea Power Station, and excellent transport links, including the Northern Line extension and proximity to Clapham Junction, one of London’s busiest stations. With its riverside views, vibrant community, and green spaces, Battersea remains a highly desirable place to live.

Real Estate in Battersea

Battersea is a thriving riverside district that connects multiple South West London areas. Just moments away from Clapham, Wandsworth, and Chelsea, Victoria, Westminster, and Central London are easily accessible by train, tube, or bus, and Battersea offers unrivalled connectivity.

On a sunny day, Battersea Park and the riverside promenade provide the perfect walk or bike ride setting. They offer picturesque views of the Thames and lush green spaces. The area’s blend of urban energy and natural retreats makes it an ideal place to live, work, and explore.

Are you looking to buy, sell, or rent in Battersea? Contact our experienced Battersea Estate Agent team today for expert local knowledge and exceptional service.

BATTERSEA MAINLINE STATION

Battersea offers excellent transport links, with Battersea Park and Queenstown Road stations providing fast access to Victoria and Waterloo, while the Northern Line extension connects directly to the West End. Nearby Clapham Junction further enhances connectivity, making travel across London effortless.

BATTERSEA PARK AND QUEENSTOWN ROAD

Battersea Park and Queenstown Road provide fast train links to Victoria and Waterloo, while the Northern Line at Battersea Power Station offers direct access to the West End.

BUSES

Buses in Battersea offer excellent links, with the 19 bus providing a direct route from Battersea to Piccadilly.

RIVERBUS

Our favourite form of transport has to be the River Bus which offers a regular service to central London.

GOOGLE REVIEWS

Twickenham Services

09:03 06 Feb 25

Great communication and customer service from Daisy makes our job much easier. Parkgate estate agents are always a pleasure to deal with.

Stuart Smallwood

11:01 03 Feb 25

Valeriya M

07:45 28 Aug 24

Thank you to the Park gate team for a smooth process, always on the spot and available to help.

Sarah Druce

13:51 06 Aug 24

It is a pleasure to work with Parkgate. They have supported us all the way through from booking our initial viewing all the way through to managing the rental we are in now. Mark Langham was so quick to help us with our application, provide feedback from landlord on our approval, and get us through the process to secure the tenancy.

Jonathan is our managing agent, and he regularly check in to see how things are going and are quick to respond with any issues. They have also scheduled maintenance and painting for us and have made recommendations and advocated on our behalf to the landlord for additional maintenance and improvements.

Gergana Filipova

11:43 01 Aug 24

Mo Stenhouse

10:12 01 Aug 24

I’ve used Parkgate in Richmond for over 15 years now. They have always found excellent tenants for my properties. They never fail to be friendly, supportive and very professional. Any queries or concerns I may have are instantly responded to. Can highly recommend them.

Анна Гущесова

09:44 30 Jul 24

I cooperate with the agency as a tenant and completely pleased with the service of its agents. They are always ready to help with any property issue as soon as possible, promptly reply and react to any kind of enquiry. Special thanks to Jola for her pleasant communication style!

Erol Morgül

04:43 27 Jul 24

We purchased a house recently with Parkgate by a perfect service. I was in contact with Jonathan and Klaudia who are really professionals. They were easy to reach, fast acting and especially fair and honest. They were so straight forward that we managed the completion within a very short period. I reached them so easy whenever I need to talk over the phone or in person. I will never forget Klaudia’s good luck to us at the first viewing of property. We decided to buy at that first day and all was done so fast. They carried out all paper works so smooth and clear. I would highly recommend Parkgate. Thanks again to Jonathan and Klaudia.

KGuys Guys

18:14 26 Jul 24

I live in St Margarets road Parkgate is the one of the absolute greatest estate agents. I’d like to thank you to Susie and Jola for all your help these past few months. Your hard work helped me to get my dream home, and I couldn’t be more grateful or excited about milestone. Thank you again for all your care and attention. You guys are the best!

Ben Shore

17:00 26 Jul 24

Really pleased with Parkgate. They manage my flat in Richmond. Because they’re local they actually visit the flat regularly and use trusted local suppliers to deal with issues / maintenance etc. I find they are a reliable and easy agency to deal with, which reduces stress. Strongly recommend!

Emre Ovacık

08:38 01 Sep 23

Very responsive, informative and always kind people. We didn’t have much time, but they helped us with creating some time in their agenda and squeezing us in. We rented our place just in time, thanks to them.

Branka Obradovic

12:21 22 Feb 23

Parkgate has been my agent of choice for a number of years now and has secured good tenants for my properties. They are hard working, respond in a timely manner and best of all are always friendly rather than aggressive or overbearing, which is the case with many of their competitors.

Jorge Rodriguez

15:01 02 Feb 23

Excellent service throughout.
We rented a property that they manage for 4 years.
Parkgate team is very professional and approachable. Way better than dealing with a big agency, they offer a more personal approach, always available and willing to solve any issues.
From the tenancy agreement to handing the property back, it has been a real pleasure working with them.

Catherine Brown

12:16 30 Aug 22

I have had an eight year relationship with Parkgate, in fact they originally sold my flat to me 12 years ago in Putney. Their service and professionalism is unrivalled. They managed the leasing of my flat from 2014 and assisted me to negotiate the successful sale just now in 2022. Chris has been there throughout with an open door and no request too trivial to assist. Klaudia negotiated my sale and worked with amazing tenacity throughout. I would not hesitate to recommend Parkgate to anyone in the Putney/Richmond area, they know their stuff.

Ali Champkins

10:16 31 Jan 22

We have had a wonderful experience with Parkgate and would highly recommend them. Chris was brilliant on the valuation – what we liked is he was totally honest about our chances of selling and gave us the positives and negatives about our property (such as facing a council estate!). Other agents tend to just gush over the good bits which is great, but actually not that helpful.

The selling process was great – we were given good feedback from the viewings and got the price we wanted within about 8 weeks.

We really have nothing but praise for Klaudia and Chris, it’s been really enjoyable, easy and stress free and we will be recommending Parkgate to all our friends in the area and our building.

***** Thank you! *****