Every year, Rightmove asks thousands of people across Great Britain about their feelings toward where they live, covering factors such as community pride, safety, and overall satisfaction.
Of the 32 London boroughs and the City of London included in the survey, Wandsworth ranked third in London, and 26th nationally.
Residents in Wandsworth enjoy a mix of riverside living, strong transport links, and access to green space.
The area’s leafy commons, including the much-loved Wandsworth Common, continue to be a major draw.
The green space, which dates back to Medieval times, has woodland, a lake, open heath and sports areas.
It was also one of seven parks in the borough to receive a Green Flag Award this year.
Wandsworth’s blend of period homes, Thames-side pubs and village-like pockets has also helped build its reputation as one of south London’s most desirable neighbourhoods.
The majority of properties sold in Wandsworth during the last year were flats, selling for an average price of £556,443.
Terraced properties sold for an average of £1,197,072, with semi-detached properties fetching £1,764,478.
Schools are another factor boosting residents’ satisfaction.
Within three miles of Wandsworth, 45 schools are rated outstanding by Ofsted and a further 95 are rated good, including high-performing options such as Ashcroft Technology Academy, Harris Academy Battersea, Park House School and Wandsworth Preparatory School.
Its connectivity is also a major plus with trains running from Wandsworth Town to Waterloo in around 15 minutes, while Wandsworth Common reaches Victoria in as little as 12.
For those preferring a slower and more scenic route, the Thames Clipper from Wandsworth Riverside Quarter offers a direct river link into central London.
Residents also benefit from close proximity to Battersea Power Station, less than 20 minutes away, with shops, restaurants, regular food events and its well-known firework display.
The landmark is also reachable via riverboat.
Wandsworth’s strong result in the happiness index follows wider praise earlier this year, when lifestyle guide Muddy Stilettos named it one of the best places to live in the UK, noting its “cool crowd” appeal, quality of housing and “picturesque common”.
Richmond-upon-Thames was named the happiest borough, while Barking & Dagenham was named the unhappiest borough.
