A guide to living in South West London

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Very Good

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Average

8.9%

Disappointing

1.2%

Very poor

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Best places to live in South West London

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HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.

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Embassy Boulevard, SW11

By Moda Living

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4.96

4.96

(38 reviews)

Discover redefined rental living at Embassy Boulevard, Nine Elms. Steps from Battersea Power Station and the Thames, enjoy 467 premium homes with standout amenities including: gym, lounges, co-working, cinema, roof terraces—set in a thriving riverside neighbourhood.
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Ranked 1st out of 77 in South West London

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Sunday Mills, SW18

By urbanbubble, Folk Co-living

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4.73

4.73

(140 reviews)

Sunday Mills 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's 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.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 77 in South West London

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Mansbridge House, SW8

By Legal & General, VervLife

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4.7

4.70

(30 reviews)

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.
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Ranked 3rd out of 77 in South West London

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Florence Dock, SW11

By urbanbubble, Folk Co-living

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4.63

4.63

(124 reviews)

Florence Dock 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 our five terraces, tuck yourself away with a good read in the Snug or sweat it out in our spinning studio. Stay local for weekend walks along the river or head down to the new Battersea Power Station. Clapham Junction and Wandsworth Town stations are just over 10 minutes walk away.
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Ranked 4th out of 77 in South West London

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Bloom Nine Elms, SW11

By Greystar

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4.62

4.62

(173 reviews)

Bloom Nine Elms, by Greystar, is 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.
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Ranked 5th out of 77 in South West London

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

Veronika (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Bloom Nine Elms, SW11

Apr 2026

5
5
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Great!

Veronika (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Bloom Nine Elms, SW11

Apr 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Abdo Dada was incredibly helpful, responsive, and professional throughout the entire process. He answered all my questions quickly and clearly, which made everything so much easier and less stressful. I truly appreciate support, attention to detail, and the way you handled everything with such care and efficiency.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Everything has been absolutely wonderful. The whole team is incredibly helpful, friendly, and supportive. Whenever I have any questions or need assistance, they respond very quickly and always make sure everything is taken care of.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Overall, I don’t have any major complaints — everything was explained clearly and transparently from the very beginning, which I really appreciate. Thank you for creating such a great experience!


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Zeynep B (Tenant)

Unverified

Bloom Nine Elms, SW11

Apr 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
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Amazing facilities in bloom

Zeynep B (Tenant)

Unverified

Bloom Nine Elms, SW11

Apr 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I really like the shops restaurants, open spaces and the facilities near the area of the building also its really got that its really good that there is a grocery store nearby. There are 2 near tube stations and a bus stop infront of the building. I really like it.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Always answer quickly to my questions and help with everything they could I was really impressed and happy with them.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Always look at your emails and don't miss out the announcements. Because they are really important. But other then that everyone is really helpful


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R.E. (Tenant)

Unverified

Bloom Nine Elms, SW11

Apr 2026

5
5
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5

Great

R.E. (Tenant)

Unverified

Bloom Nine Elms, SW11

Apr 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Great facilities but construction around . The buildings themselves are beautifully designed, with a modern architectural style and a real focus on community living and well-being.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Great service. People like Abdo Dada and Jonathan from maintenue have helped me a lot.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Im happy with my choice. Overall, Bloom Nine Elms feels less like a typical rental development and more like a premium lifestyle experience. It’s ideal for professionals or anyone who values design, convenience, and a strong sense of community in one of London’s fastest-growing areas.


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Alli P. (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Bloom Nine Elms, SW11

Apr 2026

5
5
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5

Best flat in Battersea!

Alli P. (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Bloom Nine Elms, SW11

Apr 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

This building is in a great location and is so convenient for walking to everything you need! Highly recommend Bloom West!

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Ruben and Jonathon from the maintenance team are both fantastic! They fixed all my issues the same day I requested!!

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Everything is extremely convenient to walk to around here. The building also has much more amenities than I even expected. Top notch!


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Amani (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Bloom Nine Elms, SW11

Apr 2026

5
5
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5

Smooth Move-In and Excellent Living Experience

Amani (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Bloom Nine Elms, SW11

Apr 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The local area is very convenient and well-connected. There’s a great range of shops, restaurants, and cafés nearby, offering plenty of choice for both everyday essentials and dining out. There are also nice open spaces within easy reach, which is great for walking and relaxing. Transport links are excellent, with good access to public transport making it easy to get around the city. The street itself is generally quiet and well-maintained, with regular bin collections.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Building management has been very responsive and helpful. Any issues I’ve raised have been dealt with quickly and efficiently, and maintenance is always available when needed.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is how reliable and responsive the building management and maintenance team are—it really makes a difference to day-to-day living. I’d also say that the amenities are more useful than they might seem during a viewing, especially the workspace and lounge areas. A tip for new neighbours would be to make full use of these facilities and report any issues early, as they are usually resolved quickly. Overall, settling in was smooth and much easier than expected.


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