Map & location
Overview
SW16 2PJ falls within the Streatham Wells ward of the London Borough of Lambeth, positioned in the busy residential and commercial corridor of Streatham in south London. The area is characterised by a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, purpose-built flats, and tree-lined streets typical of inner south London. Streatham High Road — one of the longest high streets in London — runs nearby, providing a broad range of shops, restaurants, cafés and leisure venues.
The neighbourhood draws a diverse, multicultural community and benefits from good connectivity into central London via the A23 corridor and rail services. Green open spaces such as Streatham Common and Tooting Bec Common are both within comfortable reach, offering residents attractive recreational options. The ward is well served by local schools, healthcare provision and everyday retail amenities.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £435,000, around 11% below the wider SW16 district average of £488,292 (HM Land Registry, 794 recent sales).
Getting here
SW16 2PJ is well connected by bus, with numerous routes along Streatham High Road linking the area to Brixton, Tooting, Croydon and central London. Cycling routes include quiet residential streets feeding into the Streatham corridor, and the area is within cycling distance of Tooting Bec and Streatham Common. Drivers benefit from direct access to the A23, which connects northward to central London and southward towards Croydon and the M23. Street parking is available on surrounding residential roads, subject to local permit restrictions.
What it's famous for
Streatham has a long history as a fashionable south London destination; in the 18th century it was a spa town, with the mineral waters of Streatham Spa attracting wealthy Londoners. The area is famously associated with Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre, one of London's oldest ice rinks. Streatham High Road holds the distinction of being among the longest urban high streets in the capital. The neighbourhood has produced several notable residents and has a strong tradition of independent arts and music venues reflecting its diverse, creative community.
Services & facilities
Local council providing housing, planning and social services
Kerbside collections for recycling, food waste and general refuse
Public library on Streatham High Road with books and digital services
Policed under the Met's Lambeth Borough command unit
Tourist attractions
Historic ice rink and leisure centre on Streatham High Road
~0.4 miSpacious green common with café and woodland area
~0.7 miLarge open common with lido, athletics track and ponds
~0.9 miOne of London's longest high streets with diverse shops and eateries
~0.2 miCommunity arts and events venue in a converted former cinema
~0.5 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW162PG · 02038 290800
~200 mSW162ST · 02070 627860
~400 mSW162ST · 02034 746410
~400 mPharmacies
SW161BS · 020 87691919
~250 mSW24UD · 020 86749201
~350 mSW162SZ · 02087 697629
~350 mDentists
SW161DR
~150 mSW161DB
~250 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, The Livity School, is ~150 m away.
Community special school
~150 mOther independent special school
~300 mAcademy converter
~500 mCommunity school
~700 mOther independent special school
~750 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Mix of national chains and independent shops along the A23
Diverse food and drink offer reflecting area's multicultural character
Major leisure operator providing ice skating, gym and pool
Solicitors, estate agents and accountants serving the community
Gyms & leisure
Ice skating, gym, swimming and sports facilities
~0.4 miWalking, kite flying and a popular summer fair
~0.7 miOne of the largest open-air swimming pools in the UK
~1.0 miLive music, comedy and community arts events
~0.5 miSeveral traditional and craft-beer pubs along Streatham High Road
~0.2 miService providers
FTTP and FTTC fibre broadband available in the area
Cable broadband and TV services available on most streets
All major UK mobile networks provide 4G/5G coverage
Water and sewerage services provider for this postcode
Residential & community
Predominant housing stock; typically 2–4 bedroom mid-terraces
Converted and purpose-built flats common across the ward
Blend of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing
Lambeth Council investment in public realm and housing improvement
Transport
Train & Tube
Balham Station
Balham
Tooting Bec Station
Tooting Bec
Clapham South Underground Station
Clapham South
Clapham Common
Clapham Common
Bus stops
Streatham High Road stops
Frequent services north to Brixton and south to Croydon
Streatham Hill area stops
Additional local services westward toward Balham and Clapham
Cycle hire
Quietway 5 corridor
Signed cycle route connecting Streatham toward central London
Santander Cycles docking stations
Hire bikes available at nearby docking points in Lambeth
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Streatham High Road EV charge points
On-street EV charging bays installed by Lambeth Council
Defibrillators
Streatham Ice and Leisure Centre
Publicly accessible defibrillator at the main leisure centre
Postboxes & Post Office
Streatham High Road Post Office
Full Post Office counter services on the high street
Fuel stations
Local petrol stations
Several fuel stations along or just off the A23 corridor
Places of worship
Historic Church of England parish church on Streatham High Road
~0.5 miAnglican church serving the local Streatham Wells community
~0.3 miRoman Catholic parish church serving Streatham
~0.6 miLocal mosque serving the Muslim community in Streatham
~0.5 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 59% above the national average (108.2 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
666 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
This neighbourhood falls in deprivation decile 6 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the less deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 2,172.
Housing & utilities
Late-19th-century two- and three-storey terraced houses dominate
Many terraces converted into self-contained flats for rental market
Some Lambeth Council-managed blocks within the ward
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Moderate pollution levels linked to A23 traffic corridor
Good access to Streatham Common and Tooting Bec Common
Some road noise from Streatham High Road; quieter on side streets
Generally low flood risk in this part of Streatham
FAQs
Where exactly is the SW16 2PJ postcode?
SW16 2PJ is located in the Streatham Wells ward of the London Borough of Lambeth, in south London. It sits close to Streatham High Road (the A23), between Streatham Hill to the north and Streatham Common to the south.
What is Streatham Wells like as an area?
Streatham Wells is a diverse, multicultural inner-south-London neighbourhood with mainly Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing. It has a busy high street, several green spaces nearby, and a lively mix of independent businesses, cafés and restaurants.
Which council covers SW16 2PJ?
SW16 2PJ falls within the London Borough of Lambeth. Lambeth Council is responsible for local services including planning, housing, waste collection and social care.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW16 2PJ in?
This postcode is in the Streatham and Croydon North parliamentary constituency, created under the 2023 boundary changes.
What schools are near SW16 2PJ?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the Streatham Wells area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What bus routes serve SW16 2PJ?
Streatham High Road has excellent bus coverage, with frequent services including routes 118, 133, 159, 250, 255, 333 and 415, connecting to Brixton, Tooting, Croydon and central London.
Is SW16 2PJ close to any parks or green spaces?
Yes — Streatham Common is around 0.7 miles away, and Tooting Bec Common (with its famous open-air lido) is approximately one mile distant. Both are popular with local residents for walking, sports and relaxation.
What type of housing is most common in SW16 2PJ?
The area is predominantly Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, many of which have been converted into flats. There is also some purpose-built residential development and a proportion of social housing managed by Lambeth Council.
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Useful links
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