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Nine Elms / Battersea

Nine Elms / Battersea | Zone 1–2

Along the gentle flow of the Thames, this riverside district has transformed from warehouses and industry into one of London’s most dynamic regeneration stories. The red-brick icon Battersea Power Station now anchors a mixed-use neighbourhood of shopping, restaurants, offices and refined residences. Moments away, Battersea Park offers a boating lake, tennis courts and tree-lined avenues—green living within easy reach of the centre. The arrival of the US Embassy on the south bank catalysed further investment from international institutions and global companies. Day-to-day life is easy: multiple large supermarkets, riverside promenades and a spread of cafés, delis and bakeries bring convenience and pleasure to the doorstep.

Transport

Northern line extension (2021): Battersea Power Station and Nine Elms stations give direct links to Bank / the City.
Vauxhall interchange: Victoria line and National Rail for fast connections across London and beyond.
River bus services along the Thames offer a distinctly London commute to the City and West End.

Key Developments

Embassy Gardens: A flagship scheme beside the US Embassy with lush landscaping and comprehensive amenities—designed to meet international lifestyle needs.
Battersea Power Station: A landmark adaptive reuse where retail, offices, hotel and residences come together—live, work and play within walking distance.
Nine Elms Point: A convenience-led, large-scale development with excellent proximity to stations, key routes and supermarkets.
Prince of Wales Drive: Upmarket residences near Battersea Park, with calm landscaping and hotel-style shared spaces for a serene living environment.
Oval Village: Garden courtyards and a composed streetscape in a location where old and new London meet—close to the centre with strong fundamentals.

Investment View

Demand underpinned by improved access to the City and West End—consistent rental appeal to professionals.
Name-recognition projects (Power Station, Embassy Gardens) strengthen liquidity and the resale narrative.
A riverside neighbourhood with parkland, waterfront and retail in balance—quality of life that supports long-term stability.