London Borough of Wandsworth

Wandsworth spans across 34.26 square kilometers of land, including residential areas, commercial districts, parks, and five bridges connecting across the Thames River.

The area transformed from a Surrey district into a metropolitan borough in 1900, followed by its current structure establishment in April 1965.

The borough contains multiple religious centers, educational institutions, and community spaces serving its population of 329,677 residents from different backgrounds.

The district maintains extensive transportation links through Clapham Junction railway station, numerous bus routes, and direct connections to central London.

Five major bridges within Wandsworth borough create essential crossings over the Thames, supporting daily movement between the northern and southern parts of London.

Location: Greater London

Inception: April 1, 1965

Capital city: Wandsworth

Shares border with: City of Westminster, London Borough of Lambeth, London Borough of Merton, Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Website: https://wandsworth.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.45694,-0.19028

Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:57