In short: Laid Back Removals moves homes in Battersea, SW11, from our base in Marylebone. Homes here are mostly Victorian terraces, mansion blocks along Prince of Wales Drive and new builds around Battersea Power Station. Streets are run by Wandsworth Council, which asks for 5 clear working days’ notice for a parking suspension.
Removals in Battersea start from £139. See our prices.
Moving a home in Battersea
Victorian terraces
Family houses and flats between the commons, with narrow stairs. We protect walls and floors.
Mansion blocks
Red-brick blocks along Prince of Wales Drive, with small lifts or none.
New builds
Battersea Power Station and Nine Elms blocks have concierges, booked lifts and loading bays. Book your slot first.
Rent in Battersea
Battersea is in Wandsworth. Average private rents across the borough, September 2026:
Source: Office for National Statistics, Price Index of Private Rents. Rents in Wandsworth changed by 4.1% over the year. The London average is £2,338.
Parking on moving day in Battersea
Nothing slows a London move down like nowhere to park the van. Streets here are run by Wandsworth Council. To guarantee space for the van, book a parking suspension:
- Notice: at least 5 clear working days. Weekends and bank holidays don’t count.
- Cost: £43.40 per 5m space for the first day, then £35.20 for each extra day.
- Booking fee: £82.20 with 10 working days’ notice, or £93.20 with 7. Book early to pay less.
Source: Wandsworth Council, parking bay suspension charges. Checked October 2026.
From the team: Northcote Road and St John’s Road get busy at weekends. New-build loading bays book up fast, so book yours early.
Living in Battersea
Getting around
- Clapham Junction (mainline and Overground)
- Battersea Power Station (Northern)
- Battersea Park and Queenstown Road (rail)
Parks and green space
- Battersea Park
- Clapham Common
- Wandsworth Common
Shopping and markets
- Northcote Road
- Battersea Power Station
- St John’s Road
Culture
- Battersea Arts Centre
- Battersea Power Station
Journey times from Battersea
The fastest weekday journey from Clapham Junction into London’s main hubs.
| To | Time | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford Circus | 22 min | South Western Railway then Victoria line |
| Bank | 20 min | South Western Railway then Waterloo & City line |
| King’s Cross | 26 min | Southern then Victoria line |
| Canary Wharf | 25 min | South Western Railway then Jubilee line |
Weekday daytime, station to station. Source: TfL Journey Planner, checked October 2026. Times can change with engineering works.
London fact
Battersea Power Station’s four chimneys are one of London’s best-known landmarks. Today the building is homes, shops and offices.
For your move: New-build blocks here often need a booked goods lift and loading slot, so it’s worth arranging both early.
Where to eat after your move in Battersea
Our picks for your first meals in Battersea.
Nine Elms. Chinese dishes near the Power Station.
Battersea Bridge Road. Lebanese grills and mezze.
Battersea Rise. Brunch before or after the move.
St John’s Hill. Vegetarian, with plenty that’s vegan.
Checked on Google Maps, October 2026. Opening hours change, so check before you go.
Battersea moving questions
I'm moving into a new build at Battersea Power Station. What do I need?
Book the loading bay and goods lift with your building first. Send us the slot and any rules, and we’ll plan the team to fit.
Do I need a parking suspension in Battersea?
It often helps, because it guarantees the space. Wandsworth Council needs 5 clear working days’ notice. We’ll tell you what your street needs when we quote. Book it with Wandsworth Council.
Can you move me in Battersea at short notice?
Often, yes, subject to availability. We move any time, day or night, across London. Send your details and write your date and time.