SW4 covers Clapham in south London, where property prices have declined at 0.5% annually over five years, contrasting with rental growth of 5.7% annually. The district scores 46.2 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, placing it at the 28th percentile nationally. Population growth remains modest at 0.2% over the five-year period. The area is classified as in an active gentrification stage, indicating ongoing neighbourhood change and investment activity. For investors, the rental-to-price dynamic suggests rental yields may appeal to some, though price appreciation has been limited recently. The modest population growth and trajectory score indicate measured market fundamentals rather than strong momentum.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices down 0.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.7% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.2% per year
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What's changing in Clapham · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.7 points this month to 47/100, driven mainly by transformation.
53 planning applications submitted in SW4 over the last six months.
- Replacement of existing windows, external sliding doors and bay weatherboard claddingJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Clapham (SW4) common questions
Is Clapham up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Clapham (SW4) as Active. Its trajectory score is 47/100 (Average), in the top 68% of districts nationally. The score is up 4.5 points over the last 12 months.
Is Clapham safe?
Clapham has a safety score of 32/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Clapham?
The average property price in Clapham (SW4) is £1.29m as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have fallen at 0.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Clapham?
The median monthly rent in Clapham (SW4) is £2,594 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Clapham?
Neighbouring postcode districts include West Brompton (SW10), South Norwood (SE25), Fulham (SW6), Battersea (SW11), Dulwich (SE21). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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