New build cost in Battersea.
Battersea — SW11 — south across the river from Chelsea. The streets between Battersea Park and Clapham Junction are a classic Victorian terrace grid, with one of London's strongest property uplift rates for well-executed lofts.
What makes new-build work in Battersea distinct.
Site context: Two- and three-storey Victorian terraces, plus some 1980s riverside developments around the new Battersea Power Station quarter.
Planning: Battersea Park, Clapham Common North Side and Wandsworth Common North Side conservation areas overlap parts of SW11. Outside these, PD rights are usually intact.
Applications go to LB Wandsworth. We handle the Pre-App, planning submission, party wall awards, CIL calculations and conservation officer correspondence end-to-end.
The five new-build types — SW11 numbers.
All figures inclusive of design, planning, build, CIL, contingency and VAT. The Battersea multiplier (0.98×) reflects local labour, scaffold logistics and finish expectations.
The 2026 London New Build Cost Guide.
Real cost data from our London new-build projects. Plot acquisition, planning strategy, CIL by borough, and the seven hidden costs that catch self-builders out — relevant to Battersea and beyond.
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What Battersea self-builders ask us.
How much does it cost to build a new home in Battersea in 2026?
Typical 2026 Battersea ranges (inc. design, planning, build, CIL & VAT): infill plots £441k–£1.2m; replacement dwellings £588k–£1.5m; garden plots £539k–£1.4m; large new builds £882k–£2.5m; multi-unit £1.2m–£4.4m+. The Battersea multiplier (0.98×) reflects local labour, scaffolding logistics and finish expectations.
What's the planning process for a new build in Battersea?
Always full planning permission via LB Wandsworth. Battersea Park, Clapham Common North Side and Wandsworth Common North Side conservation areas overlap parts of SW11. Outside these, PD rights are usually intact. Most Battersea new builds start with a Pre-Application (£500–£2,500) to test feasibility, then a full planning submission running 13–18 weeks. Conservation areas, Article 4 directions and proximity to listed buildings add scrutiny.
What kind of plot makes sense in Battersea?
Two- and three-storey Victorian terraces, plus some 1980s riverside developments around the new Battersea Power Station quarter. Plot types that come up most often in SW11: replacement of an existing house (demolish + rebuild), side-garden infills on corner plots, and occasional backland sites accessed via a private drive. Plot acquisition prices in Battersea are part of the equation — we help test feasibility before you commit to a purchase.
How long does a Battersea new build take from purchase to keys?
Allow 6–12 months for design and planning (longer in conservation-sensitive parts of Battersea), then 12–18 months on site for a single dwelling, 18–24 months for a large new build, and 24–36 months for multi-unit schemes. Our build programme is fixed in the contract.
How much is CIL in Battersea?
Community Infrastructure Levy varies by London borough and zone, typically £20–£500 per m² of net additional floorspace. LB Wandsworth publishes its current CIL rates online; we calculate your specific liability at the planning-application stage. Section 106 affordable housing or infrastructure contributions may apply on larger schemes.
Does 2VP work on Battersea new builds?
Yes — Battersea is within our core London new-build catchment. Our studio is at 20 Dawes Road in Fulham, 3.0km from Battersea. We've delivered new builds across the SW11 postcode and our subcontractor network covers Wandsworth. Free site visit, fixed-price quote, 10-year HomePro warranty on the finished home.
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