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SW1 Postcode Guide: Belgravia, Pimlico, Westminster and St James's

Understanding prime central London's SW1 districts.

SW1 Postcode Guide: Belgravia, Pimlico, Westminster and St James's Luxury Property & Prime Real Estate

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

Prime · SW1

The SW1 postcode

Belgraviastucco squares
Pimlicogarden squares
Westminster& St James's
Victoriatransport hub
In short: SW1 is prime central London. It includes Belgravia's white stucco squares, largely on the Grosvenor estate; Pimlico's garden squares; Westminster and St James's around Parliament, palaces and clubs; and the transport hub at Victoria. Homes range from grand houses and embassies to mansion flats, period conversions and new developments. Fraser Bond lets, manages and sells homes across SW1.

Eaton Square, Belgrave Square and Chester Square. Grand houses, embassies and lateral apartments.

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Frequently asked questions

What areas are in SW1?

Belgravia, Pimlico, Westminster, St James's, Victoria and part of Knightsbridge.

Who owns Belgravia?

Much of it is on the Grosvenor estate.

Can Fraser Bond let my SW1 flat?

Yes.

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