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Wandsworth

England / London / Wandsworth

About

Wandsworth is a district in southwest London, located within the borough of the same name. It sits along the River Thames, with Battersea to the east and Putney to the west. The area is known for its mix of residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and commercial hubs, including the bustling Wandsworth Town. The district has good transport links, with several Overground and National Rail stations, as well as proximity to the A3 and A205 roads.

Wandsworth Common and the larger Wandsworth Park provide open spaces for recreation, while the Southside shopping centre serves as a retail focal point. The area has a range of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern apartments, catering to different demographics. Historically, Wandsworth was an industrial hub, and remnants of this past can still be seen in some converted warehouses and factories. The district offers a balance of urban convenience and quieter suburban pockets.

Area overview

On average Wandsworth has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 93 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wandsworth is £73,447 per year. There are 118 schools in Wandsworth: 61 primary (12 Outstanding and 44 Good) and 12 secondary (3 Outstanding and 7 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
93
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
18.9%
Connectivity
6/10

Area Profile

Wandsworth Population
327,506
Population density
9,560 per km²

Demographics

British
157,048
47.95%
Other White
55,131
16.83%
African
17,330
5.29%
Pakistani
12,249
3.74%
Caribbean
11,356
3.47%
Total population: 327,506

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
46,295
33.7%
Owns with a mortgage
33,915
24.68%
Owns outright
24,410
17.77%
Social rents from council
16,653
12.12%
Other social rented
9,891
7.2%
Total households: 137,392

Property prices in Wandsworth

Based on 4,126 recent sales, the median property price is £625,000 in Wandsworth area, with individual transactions ranging from £108,000 up to £7,320,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached36£2,545,000
Flats2,838£530,000
Semi-Detached137£1,450,000
Terraced1,115£1,000,000

10 years price trend in Wandsworth

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.