Hester Road is in London and in Wandsworth district. SW11 4AW is located in the Battersea Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Battersea. This postcode has been in use since 2004-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hester Road, London, SW11 4AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW11 4AP, SW11 4AR, SW11 4AW, SW11 4AN, SW11 4AT, SW11 4AU, SW11 4EH, SW11 4AL, SW11 3BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SW11 4AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 41.6% | 50.9% | 9.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 58.4% | 49.1% | -9.3% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.3% | 27.6% | -20.7% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.5% | 50.3% | 7.8% | 44.2% | 6.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 13.3% | 8.7% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (94.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 68.6% | 65.6% | -3.0% | 48.4% | 17.2% |
| Good health | 27.7% | 29.2% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 2.3% | 3.3% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -9.4% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SW11 4AW this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 60.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5% | 9.3% | 4.3% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.7% | 4.9% | 2.2% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 4.6% | 7.7% | 3.1% | 13.4% | -5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 11% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 60.5% | 60.4% | -0.1% | 33.8% | 26.6% |
| Other | 14.6% | 3.8% | -10.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.7% | 5.2% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 4.5% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 3.8% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 8.5% | 6.2% | 1.6% | 6.9% |
| Black African | 5.3% | 0.9% | -4.4% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 3.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 69.3% | 71.4% | 2.1% | 81.4% | -10.0% |
| Arab | 7.3% | 2.3% | -5.0% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.3% | -3.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, just 42.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 45.2% | 42.1% | -3.1% | 83.2% | -41.1% |
| European Union | 21.8% | 20.6% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 14.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 5% | 5.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 4.9% |
| Africa | 5.6% | 3.3% | -2.3% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 16.5% | 19.1% | 2.6% | 5.6% | 13.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4% | 6.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 4.9% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 42.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 28.1% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 44.6% | 41.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | -41.3% |
| 10+ Years | 6.9% | 28.1% | 21.2% | 9.8% | 18.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 14.5% | 14.8% | 0.3% | 2.9% | 11.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 15.2% | 4.3% | -10.9% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.8% | 11% | -7.8% | 1.9% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.4% | 76.7% | -19.3% |
| France | 4.8% | 0.3% | 4.5% |
| Italy | 4.8% | 0.6% | 4.2% |
| Spain | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 10% | 1.5% | 8.5% |
| Other Europe | 4.3% | 0.2% | 4.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 4.3% | 0.3% | 4.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 4.3% | 0.2% | 4.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.3% |
| No passport held | 0.5% | 13.5% | -13.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 4.2% | 0.5% | 3.7% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 11.3% | 6.0% | 5.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hester Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Battersea Park average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| D23 Albion Riverside Building, 8 Hester Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2025-05-15 | £760,000 |
| D21 Albion Riverside Building, 8 Hester Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £3,600,000 | 2023-11-30 | £3,376,552 |
| D85 Albion Riverside Building, 8 Hester Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,600,000 | 2023-07-10 | £1,576,812 |
| D1 Albion Riverside Building, 8 Hester Road, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £8,325,000 | 2023-05-18 | £8,238,462 |
| D41 Albion Riverside Building, 8 Hester Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £4,400,000 | 2022-12-14 | £4,070,748 |
SW11 4AW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SW11 4AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 37 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 34 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Open Air Nursery School 51 Glebe Place , Chelsea SW3 5JE | 4out of 4 | 566 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerset Nursery School and Children's Centre 157-159 Battersea Church Rd , Battersea SW11 3ND | 4out of 4 | 623 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tachbrook Nursery School Aylesford Street , SW1V 3RT | 3out of 4 | 3,014 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bayonne Nursery School 50 Paynes Walk , W6 8PF | 4out of 4 | 3,307 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Lee Nursery School Gliddon Road , W14 9BH | 4out of 4 | 3,508 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westbridge Academy Bolingbroke Walk , Westbridge Road SW11 3NE | 3out of 4 | 407 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashburnham Community School 17 Blantyre Street , SW10 0DT | 4out of 4 | 594 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Walk Primary School Park Walk , King's Road SW10 0AY | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School 1 Robinson Street , SW3 4AA | 4out of 4 | 776 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Servite RC Primary School 252 Fulham Road , SW10 9NA | 4out of 4 | 1,104 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint John Bosco College Parkham Street , Battersea SW11 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 723 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelsea Academy Lots Road , Chelsea SW10 0AB | 4out of 4 | 954 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Battersea 401 Battersea Park Road , SW11 5AP | 4out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Thomas More Language College Cadogan Street , SW3 2QS | 4out of 4 | 1,637 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The London Oratory School Seagrave Road , SW6 1RX | 4out of 4 | 1,724 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambeth College 45 Clapham Common Southside , Clapham Common SW4 9BL | - not rated | 3,456 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College Gliddon Road , Barons Court W14 9BL | - not rated | 3,518 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Sixth Form St Dunstan's Road , W6 8RB | 2out of 4 | 3,654 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Westminster Sixth Form Steel House, 11 Tothill Street , Westminster SW1H 9LH | - not rated | 3,795 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College Malwood Road , SW12 8EN | - not rated | 3,835 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark King Solomon Academy Penfold Street , NW1 6RU | 4out of 4 | 4,938 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Vale School 4 The Vale , Chelsea SW3 6AH | - not rated | 674 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hampshire School Chelsea 15 Manresa Road , London SW3 6NB | - not rated | 774 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas's Battersea 28-40 Battersea High Street , SW11 3JB | - not rated | 803 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| L'Ecole de Battersea Trott Street , Battersea SW11 3DS | - not rated | 883 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelsea Community Hospital School 369 Fulham Road , SW10 9NH | 4out of 4 | 896 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vacherin by CH&CO Catering Ltd | Foster & Partners, Riverside, 22 Hester Road | 79 yd | |
| Parker Cafe | 13 Parkgate Road, London | 187 yd | |
| Fresco Deli | 56 Battersea Bridge Road, London | 196 yd | |
| New Bento Ltd | 53 Battersea Bridge Road, London | 199 yd | |
| District Battersea Park | 49 Parkgate Road, London | 204 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunga Bunga | 37 Battersea Bridge Road, London | 157 yd | |
| The Union Arms | 109 Battersea Bridge Road, London | 386 yd | |
| Cross Keys | Public House, 2 Lawrence Street | 454 yd | |
| Aspen & Meursault | The Stag Bar, 96 Westbridge Road | 582 yd | |
| The Phene | Arms, 9 Phene Street | 636 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Phoenic | 46-54 Battersea Bridge Road, London | 184 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 57 Battersea Bridge Road, London | 209 yd | |
| Holy Cow | 152 Battersea Bridge Road, London | 476 yd | |
| Johnnie's Fish Bar & Kebab House | 494 King's Road, LONDON | 877 yd | |
| Bugatti Pizzeria | Take Away, 264 Battersea Park Road | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative | 27-35 Battersea Bridge Road, London | 144 yd | |
| Tesco | The Prince Of Wales, 186 Battersea Bridge Road | 697 yd | |
| Prezzemolo & Vitale | 388-390 King's Road, LONDON | 741 yd | |
| Co-op | 471-487 King's Road, LONDON | 869 yd | |
| Tesco | 80-81 Royal Hospital Road, LONDON | 922 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stars Gym ALBION RIVERSIDE BUILDING ALBION RIVERSIDE BUILDING HESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 28 yd |
| Ethelburga Community Centre Worfield Street | 477 yd | |
| Dimson Hall BATTERSEA CHURCH ROAD | 564 yd | |
| Saint John Bosco College PARKHAM STREET | artificial grass pitch | 684 yd |
| Salesian College (Closed) Surrey Lane | 716 yd | |
| L'Ecole De Battersea TROTT STREET | 780 yd | |
| Royal Academy Of Dance BATTERSEA SQUARE | 823 yd | |
| Battersea Park BATTERSEA PARK BATTERSEA PARK ALBERT BRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Battersea All Weather Sports Ground BATTERSEA PARK | artificial grass pitch | 877 yd |
| Chelsea Sports Centre CHELSEA MANOR STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 892 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 395.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 363.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.