SW13 encompasses Barnes, a southwest London locality with mixed market signals. Over five years, property prices declined at 0.4% compound annual growth rate, whilst rental yields expanded at 5.0% annually, suggesting landlord activity despite capital depreciation. Population remained relatively stable, declining marginally by 0.2%. The district carries a trajectory score of 41.9 out of 100, placing it in the average range nationally at the 11th percentile. Classified as early-stage gentrification, SW13 presents a divergence between capital and rental returns; investors prioritising income generation may find the rental growth notable, though buyers seeking appreciation face headwinds. The mismatch between negative price growth and positive rent growth warrants careful consideration of investment objectives.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices down 0.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.0% per year
- 3Population declining at 0.2% per year
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What's changing in Barnes · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 2.1 points this month to 44/100, driven mainly by safety.
81 planning applications submitted in SW13 over the last six months, including 2 new build residential schemes, 2 demolition.
- Erection of detached garden building in rear garden.Apr 2026 · pending
- REFURBISHMENT OF DWELLING WITH REAR EXTENSIONS (LGF/GF), ROOF ALTERATIONS (DORMMar 2026 · pending
- Erection of a rear dormer following the demolition of the existing rear dormer,Mar 2026 · Granted Permission
Barnes (SW13) common questions
Is Barnes up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Barnes (SW13) as Early. Its trajectory score is 44/100 (Average), in the top 81% of districts nationally. The score is up 2.6 points over the last 12 months.
Is Barnes safe?
Barnes has a safety score of 45/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Barnes?
The average property price in Barnes (SW13) is £664k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have fallen at 0.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Barnes?
The median monthly rent in Barnes (SW13) is £2,231 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Barnes?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Putney (SW15), Letchworth Garden City (SG6), Arlesey (SG15), West Kensington (W14), Henlow (SG16). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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