The Residences, 10 Charles Clowes Walk, Nine Elms, SW11

The Residences at 10 Charles Clowes Walk occupy a prominent position within the Nine Elms regeneration area, on the south bank of the River Thames. The development forms part of the substantial transformation of Nine Elms from its former industrial and commercial character into an established residential and mixed-use neighbourhood. The area is now characterised by a combination of contemporary residential developments, landscaped public realm, riverside walks, restaurants, leisure facilities and cultural attractions. The Residences are situated adjacent to the United States Embassy and within the wider Vauxhall Nine Elms Opportunity Area, between Vauxhall and Battersea Power Station.

The development itself provides a comprehensive range of resident amenities. The Residences comprises in excess of 500 apartments, with the principal reception located within Glacier House and providing a 24-hour concierge service. Residents also have access to a gym, yoga room, media lounge and landscaped residents’ gardens. The development is designed around a central podium environment, providing a degree of amenity space within the scheme, whilst its proximity to the River Thames provides further opportunities for walking, recreation and leisure. The combination of concierge provision, security and on-site leisure facilities is consistent with the expectations of modern residential developments within central London.

Battersea Power Station

One of the principal attractions of the location is its proximity to Battersea Power Station, which has become a significant retail, leisure and cultural destination for the surrounding area. The Grade II* listed power station and its surrounding development now accommodate a substantial variety of shops, cafés, bars, restaurants, leisure facilities and entertainment venues. The current retail and leisure offer includes more than 170 venues, together with a broader selection of restaurants and cafés, providing residents with an extensive choice of amenities within relatively close proximity. The Power Station itself also incorporates attractions including Lift 109, which provides panoramic views across London from one of the building’s iconic chimneys.

The riverside location is another notable feature. The Thames Path and associated riverside walkways provide an attractive setting for walking and recreation, whilst Battersea Power Station Pier offers access to Uber Boat by Thames Clippers services. The pier provides river connections towards central London and other destinations along the Thames, providing an alternative means of travelling into the centre of the capital and adding to the area’s appeal as a well-connected residential location.

Battersea Park

For open space and outdoor recreation, Battersea Park is readily accessible. The 200-acre Victorian park provides a substantial area of green space close to the development and incorporates a riverside promenade, lake, ornamental gardens, children’s play areas, sports facilities, the Pump House Gallery and Battersea Park Children’s Zoo. The park therefore provides a valuable recreational amenity within an otherwise highly urban environment and is particularly beneficial for residents seeking access to green space and outdoor activities.

The locality also benefits from the presence of New Covent Garden Market, which is located nearby and has become an established feature of the Nine Elms area. In addition to its commercial significance as a major wholesale market, the wider market complex contributes to the area’s character and provides access to food, flower and plant-related businesses. The market is situated within a short walk of both Nine Elms and Battersea Power Station Underground stations. (New Covent Garden Market)

Nine Elms and Battersea Power Station

Transport connectivity is a particular strength of the location. The opening of the Northern Line Extension introduced Underground stations at Nine Elms and Battersea Power Station, materially improving access to central London from the area. Vauxhall is also readily accessible and provides both Underground and mainline rail services, together with an extensive bus network. The combination of the Northern and Victoria lines, mainline rail services and river transport provides residents with a broad range of options for travelling throughout London.

10 Charles Clowes

Overall, The Residences at 10 Charles Clowes Walk benefit from a location which has undergone considerable investment and transformation in recent years. The combination of modern residential accommodation and on-site facilities, proximity to the River Thames, Battersea Power Station, Battersea Park and New Covent Garden Market, together with improving transport infrastructure, has established Nine Elms as an increasingly mature central London residential district. In our view, the breadth of amenities and recreational opportunities available within the immediate locality is a significant positive attribute of the development and contributes to its appeal to both owner-occupiers and investors.