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16 St James's Street, London SW1A – Building History and St James's Property

The history of 16 St James's Street and how Fraser Bond helps occupiers, owners and tenants in St James's.

16 St James's Street, London SW1A – Building History and St James's Property Commercial Property & Office Space

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

St James's · SW1A

16 St James's Street: part of an Edwardian range built for Lloyds Bank

1910–12rebuilt
Lloyds Bankoriginal client
Wallerarchitects
St James'sSW1A
In short: 16 St James's Street forms part of Nos. 14–18, rebuilt in 1910–12 for Lloyds Bank to designs by F. W. and N. H. Waller. St James's Street is lined with historic clubs, wine merchants, galleries and offices, so most buildings here are commercial, with some apartments above. Fraser Bond isn't marketing this building, but our team helps businesses, owners and tenants across St James's.
History

Built as banking premises in the Edwardian era.

The street

Historic clubs, Berry Bros. & Rudd, Lock & Co. hatters and galleries.

Transport

Green Park station is a short walk.

Property mix

Offices, retail and a limited number of apartments.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 16 St James's Street residential?

It was built as bank premises; we haven't confirmed current residential use. St James's has a limited number of apartments.

Who designed it?

F. W. and N. H. Waller, for Lloyds Bank, in 1910–12.

Can you help me find space in St James's?

Yes, our commercial team helps occupiers find offices and shops here.

Looking for space in St James's?

Offices, shops or apartments: tell us what you need.

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