South West London is arguably one of the coolest quarters of the capital. Whether you’re after leafy suburban comfort, prestigious sports events, or are desperate to keep up with the latest London trends in fashion and food, this is the compass direction for you! Find out what’s on offer right now as we explore some of the best new build homes developments in South West London.
Where is South West London?
South West London is made up of some of the most storied and enticing areas in the capital. It roughly falls between the River Thames on one side, and the A23 and A24 on the other. Its main areas include Brixton, Vauxhall, Clapham, Battersea, Wandsworth, Putney, Richmond, Kington upon Thames and Wimbledon.
Top 10 new build homes developments in South West London
Does the thought of living it up in this corner of the capital appeal? If so, it’s time to take a look at some of the best new build homes developments in South West London. The following rankings are based purely on the rating given by verified reviewers on HomeViews, and nothing else.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how many reviews a scheme has and how recently those reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. Buildings with a larger number of more recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.
Top of the table is Bloom Nine Elms, by Greystar, a collection of rental apartments located in Zone 1. Each apartment is pet-friendly and offers all the amenities you need for better living. Situated in south west London, Bloom Nine Elms has a collection of studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. Onsite amenities include a 24/7 gym, swimming pools, rooftop terraces, pet spa. Additionally, WFH in a dedicated co-working space or your choice of the resident lounges.
Sunday Mills by Urban Living and Folk Co-living is a new entry at number two in the latest update to this list. The development sits in the heart of Earlsfield, West London. Perched along the peaceful River Wandle, it is just a 6-minute walk from Earlsfield station. Sunday Mills offers private studio apartments and stylish shared spaces, including a co-working hub, cinema, a fully-fitted gym and a rooftop terrace with 360º panoramic views of London’s skyline. There is a schedule of events to get involved with, from puppy yoga to pizza-making, so you can learn something new and and meet your neighbours.
Third place goes to Florence Dock, which is the newest community by Folk. A few steps from the River Thames, Florence Dock is perfectly situated to enjoy all the city has to offer. Enjoy your own roomy studio apartment with access to huge shared spaces, including a cinema, co-working space and a fully-fitted gym and studio. Soak up the sunset with panoramic views of London from one of the five terraces, tuck yourself away with a good read in the Snug or sweat it out in the spinning studio.
In fourth place, The Lark is an Allsop Lettings and Management development situated in Nine Elms. Residents benefit from Nine Elms Park on their doorstep and a car-free pathway between Battersea Power Station and Vauxhall Cross. Additionally, Battersea Power Station is just a 5 minute walk away, and Vauxhall Station is 15 minutes away. Furthermore, the Lark offers a coworking space, a residents’ lounge, onsite parking, an onsite gym and pet friendly living spaces.
New Acres Wandsworth offers 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments for rent. With a whole host of exceptional amenities included in the rent, residents benefit from panoramic views from biodiverse roof terraces, a 25m heated lido, state-of-the-art gym, workspaces and more. Wandsworth is never be short of historic pubs, local delis or green spaces to […] Read reviews and details of New Acres Wandsworth, SW18
Mansbridge House offers 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartments to rent in Battersea. All apartments come with their own winter garden, along with flexible contracts, the freedom to decorate and the ability to swap apartments, or developments if you’d like to, all come as standard. Additionally, Mansbridge House is pet friendly. Read reviews and details of Mansbridge House, SW8
It’s back to Battersea for number seven. Coda is a new development of apartments by Avanton. The development is situated right next to the Thames and is home to the Royal Academy of Dance. As well as the iconic exterior that makes it a proper South West London landmark, Coda also has an excellent on-site gym and plenty of local amenities in the form of riverside cafes, restaurants and more.
In eighth place, Emerald Gardens by Taylor Wimpey comprises 170 one, two and three-bedroom apartments. Located only moments away from the River Thames, the development is also less than a 20-minute walk away from the gorgeous Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. There are nearby transport links with Kew Gardens station only a 10-minute walk away with connections to Overground services.
In ninth, London Square Putney is a new build development comprising one, two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses, and has an excellent location between Putney Mainline and East Putney stations just a short walk away from Putney High Street.
Taking 10th place, Mapleton Crescent is a modular new-build in Wandsworth that was designed by architects Metropolitan Workshop and developed by Pocket Living. The 27-storey tower offers 53 one-bedroom Pocket homes available to first-time buyers, as well as larger Pocket Edition homes and a workspace area for residents. Mapleton Crescent is a 15-minute walk from Wandsworth Town station.
It’s over to Nine Elms for number 11. This Barratt Homes development comes complete with a new residential, cultural and business quarter. 648 homes are located within the space and feature one, two and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses. The development is adjacent to Vauxhall Underground, bus and rail station offering rapid access to Oxford Circus via the Victoria line and Waterloo via the Overground.
Wingate Square is a residential development designed by Gerald Eve Architects comprising of 170 two-bedroom homes in the heart of Clapham Junction. Situated equidistant between Clapham Common and Clapham Highstreet underground stations residents can reach Central London easily via the Northern line. Read reviews and details of Wingate Square, SW4
Junction House is a residential development by Taylor Wimpey that offers a selection of 93 one, two and three bedroom apartments in York Gardens, Battersea. The development is just 110m from the transport hub at Clapham Junction Station, which offers trains to routes from London’s South and South-West termini, Victoria and Waterloo in less than […] Read reviews and details of Junction House, SW11
Holm Wimbledon Park is a co-living development comprising of 86 studios. It is situated in Wimbledon, a short 5-minute walk from Southfields Station. The development also features a variety of shared social and work spaces, community events, a shared garden and all inclusive bills. Read reviews and details of Holm Wimbledon Park, SW19
Putney Rise from Barratt Homes offers 125 one, two and three-bedroom apartments and 30 houses within a gated development, designed by Carey Jones Architects. Trains from Putney Station reach London Waterloo in just under 20 minutes, and residents also have access to the District line at nearby East Putney and Putney Bridge stations. Read reviews and details of Putney Rise, SW15
The Schoolyard is an L&Q development located in Battersea. It is comprised of 6 blocks, providing 139 one, two and three-bedroom apartments. Residents benefit from private parking and landscaped gardens. The development is conveniently situated just a 5-minute walk from Wandsworth Town station, which has direct trains to London Waterloo every 5-minutes. Read reviews and details of The Schoolyard, SW18
Fortescue Gardens is a residential development by Clarion, situated in London’s south west area of Merton and adjacent to the Myrna Close Nature Reserve. Read reviews and details of Fortescue Gardens, SW19
Wimbledon Grounds, by Galliard Homes, comprises of more than 600 homes, including shared ownership housing by Catalyst. As well as homes, the development also comprises of new community, leisure and retail spaces. Residents here benefit from being only a 21-minute walk from both the District line and Northern lines, giving residents quick access to central […] Read reviews and details of Wimbledon Grounds, SW17
A St George development, Battersea Reach offers a selection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom penthouses with views across the river to Chelsea Harbour. The development is well located the Chelsea and Wandsworth boroughs are all easily walkable from here and transport links to central London are accessible via the Overground Stations and […] Read reviews and details of Battersea Reach, SW18
Developed by Greenland Group, Ram Quarter is a new residential and retail destination. Designed by EPR Architects, the site comprises six impressive buildings housing 338 apartments in the heart of Wandsworth. Heritage and history have been preserved in the site’s listed building – an old brewery complex now converted to luxurious loft-style apartments. Brewing continues […] Read reviews and details of Ram Quarter, SW18
Why live in South West London?
Just from the roll call of areas listed above, you can see that South West London has an amazing lineup to offer. Do you want a chilled-out, village-feel city lifestyle complete with beautiful riverside walks and café culture? Putney, Kingston upon Thames and the always-popular Richmond have you covered. Additionally, many of these South West London favourites feature in the top 10 safest areas in London list.
Do you want a bit more excitement and trendiness in your daily London life? Brixton is undoubtedly for you. This isn’t just one of the coolest areas in South West London – it’s one of the capital’s rising stars. With deep roots and a vibrant future, Brixton brings the best of London’s multiculturalist attitudes to food, fashion and shopping to the fore. Clapham and Balham are also prime examples of how bang on trend South West London can be.
Of course, we can’t ignore Wimbledon, home of the world’s premier tennis event. The annual tournament brings this part of South West London to life as tennis lovers from around the world congregate. For the rest of the year, Wimbledon is still a bustling, busy yet beautiful part of town. Its connection to sport runs deep, and you’ll find no shortage of gyms, fitness clubs and excellent green spaces for balancing health and wellbeing.
Transport in South West London
The southern half of London may still lose out to the north when it comes to accessing Underground stations and lines. Ironically, only the Northern Line penetrates far into the south. However, Transport for London operates a great bus network that gives South West London the public transport coverage it needs.
This part of London is also well served by major A-roads that criss-cross the main areas. Fortunately, the traffic is far less chaotic here than in central London.
Finally, South West London is ahead of the game in terms of providing excellent cycling and walking routes. These may not provide a viable commute for everyone yet, but their growing presence is a big boost to public health and sustainability in South West London.
However, remember that this average is skewed by the tremendous highs of large houses and prime waterfront property in the likes of Richmond and Putney. Richmond is the most expensive borough in the region, with an average price of £910,000. If you are willing to venture further out to the likes of Streatham, New Malden and Kingston upon Thames, you can find more inexpensive property options. Indeed, Kingston upon Thames is the cheapest area in South West London, with average prices at £669,000.
Hopefully, our best new build developments in South West London round-up provides some useful insight into what’s on offer. If you want to widen your search, check out our dedicated area guide below.
There’s been a huge resurgence in South West London’s property scene of late, namely because this is an area of the capital with so much potential. The term ‘something for everyone’ is thrown around wildly, but in South West London’s case it’s actually justified. Read more about South West London
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