What is the SW3 London postcode really like? They say it’s all about location, but there’s more to a place than where it sits on the map. Are the parks clean and safe for families? Does the community pull together when it counts? At HomeViews Streets, we think the best way to truly understand an area is to ask the residents to rate and review it! Scoring the transport, amenities, and community atmosphere, our reviewers have plenty to say about SW3. Here’s what you need to know.
What area is SW3 in London?
SW3 is a South West London postcode covering Chelsea, Brompton, and part of Knightsbridge. The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea local authorities run the area.
What London zone is SW3 in?
The SW3 London postcode sits mainly within TfL Zone 1, with part of it extending into Zone 2. To the north-east, you’ll find Belgravia, Pimlico, and Westminster (SW1), with Nine Elms and South Lambeth (SW8) adjoining the postcode to the southeast. Battersea and Clapham Junction (SW11) border to the south, with West Brompton and World’s End (SW10) to the west and South Kensington (SW7) to the northwest.
What is transport like in SW3?
The SW3 postcode area has excellent transport connections on its doorstep. Sloane Square and South Kensington underground stations are both nearby, providing access to the Circle, District and Piccadilly lines. Meanwhile, the bustling rail hub of London Victoria is easily accessible.
By road, SW3 is located close to the major arterial roads of the A3 and the A4. Both roads provide routes away from central London and towards the motorways of the M3, M4 and M25. Bike lanes and general accessways are also improving across the postcode, as councils invest more heavily in promoting transport alternatives to personal vehicles.
Is SW3 a good area?
Once you get behind the hype, would you actually enjoy living in SW3? Instead of relying on those with a vested interest to inform your opinion, why not listen to the locals? Our reviewers cover all its main pros and cons, alongside invaluable nuggets of wisdom earned from real-world experience. Where’s the best bakery? Should you avoid certain areas at night? Are the neighbouring households friendly and considerate or do they party into the wee hours all the time? This is what one HomeViews Streets reviewer has to say:
“I wish I could live here forever”
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