Living in Battersea / Nine Elms
Brand-new high-rises around the Power Station, anchored by Battersea Park on the river. Polished but soulless in places.
1-bed rent
£2,100/mo
2-bed rent
£2,800/mo
Transport zone
Zones 1 & 2
Fastest commute
~8 min
Transport from Battersea / Nine Elms
Battersea Power Station
Battersea Park
Battersea / Nine Elms is served by the Northern and National Rail.
Commute times from Battersea / Nine Elms
Estimated commute times to major London destinations by public transport.
| Destination | Commute time |
|---|---|
| Victoria | ~8 min |
| Waterloo | ~15 min |
| Oxford Circus / Soho | ~18 min |
| Paddington | ~22 min |
| London Bridge | ~22 min |
| Marylebone | ~25 min |
| Bank / City | ~25 min |
| King's Cross / St Pancras | ~28 min |
| Liverpool Street | ~28 min |
| Canary Wharf | ~38 min |
Battersea / Nine Elms lifestyle profile
Green space
Gym density
Young professionals
Safety
Transport
Café density
Food scene
Lively
Walkability
Nightlife
Battersea / Nine Elms strengths
- ✓Battersea Park
- ✓Northern line extension
- ✓Modern flats with gyms and pools
Trade-offs
- →Expensive for the area
- →Newbuild feel — limited character
- →Limited independent shopping
Who Battersea / Nine Elms suits best
- →sporty and fitness-focused people
- →young professionals and career-focused people
- →people looking for a well-rounded area with no major trade-offs
Frequently asked questions
What is Battersea / Nine Elms like to live in?
Brand-new high-rises around the Power Station, anchored by Battersea Park on the river. Polished but soulless in places. The main strengths are battersea park and northern line extension.
What is the average rent in Battersea / Nine Elms?
The average 1-bedroom flat in Battersea / Nine Elms costs around £2,100 per month. A 2-bedroom flat costs around £2,800 per month (market review estimate).
How long is the commute from Battersea / Nine Elms?
The fastest commute from Battersea / Nine Elms is to Victoria at approximately 8 minutes by public transport. The commute to Bank/City is around 25 minutes.
Is Battersea / Nine Elms a good area to live in London?
Battersea / Nine Elms is in Wandsworth, Zones 1 & 2. It's well-suited to sporty and fitness-focused people. The main trade-off is: expensive for the area.
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