Home to some of the most affluent neighbourhoods in the country, South West London boasts the likes of Chelsea, Kensington, Richmond upon Thames and Wimbledon within its boundaries. With its proximity to central London, stunning architecture, unrivalled arts and culture, high-end shopping and exquisite dining options, SW addresses bring prestige and invariably a price tag to match. Below are five of the most expensive streets to own a property in this part of the capital, highlighting their unique characteristics and enviable exclusivity.
The Boltons, SW10
Average property value: £23.1 million
Notable characteristics: Historic garden square, Grade II listed gardens
Located in the Brompton district of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, the unique sweeping duo of facing crescents is what immediately strikes you with The Boltons – one of London's most coveted addresses. Designed by renowned architect George Godwin in the mid-19th century, the grand Victorian white stucco villas with private gardens also boast an expansive elliptical-shaped garden square. The central gardens, which also host an equally beautiful church, are Grade II listed, adding to the area's historic charm.
With endearing streets, an array of upmarket shops and the dazzling Kings Road all a short stroll away from this exclusive Chelsea residence it’s easy to see why this iconic street repeatedly holds its own as one of the most desirable streets to live in the UK.
Drayton Gardens
Average property value: £3.7 million
Notable characteristics: Grand Victorian architecture, proximity to Fulham Road
Drayton Gardens is a renowned London address linking the affluent areas of South Kensington and Chelsea. The tree-lined street stuns with its elegant mid-Victorian architecture and properties sympathetically modernised to offer comfortable, premium living associated with this exclusive spot. Generous apartments are likely to fetch north of £2.5m whilst the rarely available terraced townhouses are marketed at least three times that price.
With easy proximity to the riches and amenities of the Fulham Road, the area offers a blend of residential tranquillity and urban convenience, attracting high-net-worth individuals seeking a prestigious yet accessible location.
Mallord Street, SW3
Average property value: Between £1 million – £10 million
Notable characteristics: Mix of flats and terraced houses, central location
Mallord Street, nestled in the heart of well-healed Chelsea, runs parallel to the King’s Road, synonymous with bohemian vibes of sixties London. Named after famed romantic watercolourist and Chelsea resident Joseph Mallord William Turner (AKA William Turner), the street has the rare accolade of being the only one of this name across the whole of the UK and the sense of exclusivity does not stop there.
Mallord Street offers a genuine mix of archetypes, from grand terraced houses to modern apartments appealing to a diverse range of affluent buyers, without compromising its prestige. With most of the properties dating from the early 20th century, larger terraced houses can sell for more than £10m, whilst luxury one-bed apartments can easily creep into seven figures. Its central location provides residents (who have previously included Winnie the Pooh author AA Milne) with easy access to King's Road's upscale boutiques, fine dining, and cultural attractions.
Chelsea Park Gardens: SW3
Average property value: £7.5 million
Notable characteristics: Serene cul-de-sac, elegant terraced houses
Unsurprisingly, yet another Chelsea postcode to make this list, Chelsea Park Gardens is a serene cul-de-sac offering a selection of elegant terraced houses.
Located between the area’s iconic Kings Road and Fulham Road, it also forms part of the Carlyle Conservation Area, signifying the protected appeal of the street. Indeed, the houses were designed under the strong influence of Edwin Lutyens and built by the Sloane Stanley Estate between 1914 and 1923.
Chelsea Park Gardens is known for its 'Zen-like' qualities, providing a sense of calm and peace, amid well-maintained properties and proximity to the cultural and retail offerings of Chelsea. Its exclusivity and charm make it a sought-after location for discerning buyers. On the rare occasion one of the properties comes to market, they will average around £7.5m, however some of the larger offerings can be valued significantly more.
Parkside, SW19
Average property value: Between £3 million - £10 million
Notable characteristics: Proximity to Wimbledon tennis club, detached houses
A postcode that is synonymous with the world’s most famous and longest-running tennis tournament, SW19 and its high-value real estate are as intrinsically linked as prestige and tradition at the All England Club. A prime address in Wimbledon, Parkside, is highly favoured for its proximity to the All England Tennis Club, home of the Wimbledon tennis championships, overlooking the expansive Wimbledon Common. The street features a mix of grand detached houses and modern residences, including ‘Rogers House’, designed by legendary architect Sir Richard Rogers, all set amidst lush greenery and generous plots.
The street is located in the ever-desirable Wimbledon Village, regarded by many as one of the premier areas to live in London, offering a blend of suburban tranquillity, strong community feel and plenty of upmarket shops, bars and restaurantsApartments on Parkside start from around £1m, with larger houses attracting valuations around £10m depending on the size and location.
South West London is replete with prestigious postcodes that command a hefty price tag to match the area’s unique charm, appeal and opulence. From the historic grandeur of The Boltons to the serene elegance of Chelsea Park Gardens and the expansive greenery of Wimbledon’s Parkside, these streets represent the epitome of luxury living in London. Prospective buyers seeking exclusivity, heritage, and proximity to central London amenities will find these properties to be among the most desirable in the capital.
