Clapham Junction (area)

Clapham Junction is a district in the London Borough of Wandsworth, in south-west London, England; it is an urban locality around Clapham Junction railway station. Despite its name, it is not located in Clapham, but forms the commercial centre of Battersea. It was named Clapham Junction to stress its proximity to nearby Clapham Common.

History

Clapham Junction was a scene of disturbances during the 2011 London riots.

Transport

Clapham Junction railway station is served by three train operating companies:

These operators provide trains to Central London, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire and Dorset.
The following London Buses routes serve the area:35, 37, 39, 49, 77, 87, 156, 170, 219, 295, 319, 337, 344, 345, C3 and G1.