Map & location
Overview
SW16 2ST is located in Streatham, a large, diverse and increasingly popular residential area in the south of the London Borough of Lambeth. The postcode falls within the Streatham Wells ward, a predominantly residential area of Victorian and Edwardian terraced streets set back from the busy A23 Streatham High Road. The neighbourhood combines leafy side streets with convenient access to Streatham's wide range of shops, cafés, restaurants and leisure facilities.
Streatham has seen significant regeneration in recent years, attracting a mixed community of families, young professionals and long-established residents. The area is well served by bus routes into central London and surrounding boroughs, and benefits from open green spaces including Streatham Common and Tooting Bec Common nearby. SW16 2ST is well placed for those who want south London character with good connectivity.
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 2ST is well connected by London bus services, with numerous routes running along Streatham High Road (A23), including frequent services towards Brixton, Croydon, Tooting and central London. Walking and cycling are practical options for local journeys, with Quietway cycling routes accessible nearby. The A23 provides direct road access northward to Brixton and the City, and southward towards Croydon and the M23. Several rail stations serving Streatham are within walking or short bus distance of this postcode, offering National Rail services into Victoria, London Bridge and Blackfriars.
What it's famous for
Streatham is best known for Streatham High Road, one of the longest high streets in London, lined with independent traders, chain restaurants and entertainment venues. The area has a proud history: it was once a fashionable Georgian spa town, and the former Streatham Ice Arena (now redeveloped) was an iconic local landmark. Streatham Common, just to the south-west, hosts the popular Streatham Common Kite Day each year. The neighbourhood has also been home to a number of notable figures from the arts and entertainment world, and Tooting Bec Lido — one of the largest open-air pools in Europe — is a short distance away.
Services & facilities
Local authority providing housing, planning and waste services
Public library on Streatham High Road, a short bus ride away
Lambeth borough policing covering Streatham Wells ward
London Fire Brigade station serving the SW16 area
Post Office services available on Streatham High Road
Tourist attractions
Large open green space with woodland and seasonal kite day
~0.8 miExpansive common with paths and Tooting Bec Lido nearby
~1.0 miOne of London's longest high streets with shops and eateries
~0.2 miEurope's largest open-air freshwater swimming pool
~1.2 miCommunity park offering sports pitches and play areas
~1.0 miLocal arts and performance venue on Sternhold Avenue
~0.5 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW162ST · 02070 627860
~50 mSW162ST · 02034 746410
~50 mSW162ST · 020 30494735
~50 mPharmacies
SW162SZ · 02087 697629
~100 mSW161BB · 020 87691165
~250 mSW161BB · 020 86773145
~250 mDentists
SW162SZ
~100 mSW161BJ
~200 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Maypole School (Leigham Court), is ~300 m away.
Other independent special school
~300 mAcademy converter
~500 mCommunity special school
~500 mCommunity school
~600 mOther independent special school
~650 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Mix of independent shops and national chains along the A23
Growing number of independent cafés, bars and restaurants
Estate agents, accountants and solicitors serving SW16
Salons, barbers and wellness studios throughout Streatham
Gyms & leisure
Iconic open-air lido open from May to September
~1.2 miOpen parkland ideal for walking, running and picnics
~0.8 miCommunity use sports facilities in the local area
~0.4 miCommunity arts venue hosting theatre, comedy and events
~0.5 miSeveral traditional pubs and bars along Streatham High Road
~0.3 miService providers
FTTP and FTTC fibre broadband available in SW16
Cable broadband and TV services in parts of SW16
4G/5G coverage from EE, O2, Three and Vodafone
Gas and electricity supply infrastructure serving the area
Weekly recycling and rubbish collections for SW16 households
Residential & community
Predominant housing stock; many subdivided into flats
Mid-century and modern apartment blocks found throughout
Roughly equal split of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing (estimated)
Tree-lined side streets off the A23 with strong community feel
Transport
Train & Tube
Balham Station
Balham
Tooting Bec Underground Station
Tooting Bec
Clapham South Underground Station
Clapham South
Tooting Broadway Station
Tooting Broadway
Bus stops
Streatham High Road (A23)
Frequent services northbound to Brixton and southbound to Croydon
Streatham bus stops
Local routes connecting Streatham to Tooting, Norbury and Mitcham
Cycle hire
Quietway 7 (Q7)
Signed cycling route through south London connecting Streatham to central London
Santander Cycles docking stations
Hire bikes available at several nearby docking points in SW16
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
On-street EV charging
Lambeth-managed EV charge points on local residential streets
Defibrillators
Defibrillator — Streatham High Road
Publicly accessible AED unit registered with The Circuit
Postboxes & Post Office
Streatham Post Office
Full post office services on Streatham High Road
Fuel stations
Local petrol stations
Several forecourts on or near the A23 in Streatham
Places of worship
Historic Church of England parish church on Streatham High Road
~0.5 miActive Baptist congregation in the Streatham area
~0.4 miRoman Catholic church serving the local community
~0.5 miLocal mosque serving Streatham's Muslim community
~0.6 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 59% above the national average (108.2 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
585 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
Most homes are pre-1939 terraced houses, many split into flats
SW16 is popular with families and young professionals; demand is steady
Estimated one-third owner-occupied, one-third private rented, one-third social
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Streatham Common and Tooting Bec Common both within a mile
A23 corridor has higher pollution; residential backstreets are better
Quieter on residential streets; busier near the High Road
Most of SW16 2ST area has low or very low flood risk rating
FAQs
Where exactly is SW16 2ST?
SW16 2ST is in Streatham, in the London Borough of Lambeth, south London. It falls within the Streatham Wells ward, close to Streatham High Road (the A23), approximately 6 miles south of central London.
What is the nearest railway station to SW16 2ST?
Several rail stations serve the Streatham area within walking or short bus distance of SW16 2ST. See the Transport section above for the nearest options with distances.
Which schools are near SW16 2ST?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the SW16 2ST area — see the Schools section above for the nearest, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the SW16 2ST area like to live in?
Streatham Wells is a diverse, family-friendly neighbourhood with tree-lined Victorian and Edwardian streets. It has good local amenities, parks, and a strong community feel, with ongoing regeneration making it increasingly popular with young professionals and families.
Which council covers SW16 2ST?
SW16 2ST is in the London Borough of Lambeth. Lambeth Council is responsible for local services including housing, planning, recycling and social care for this postcode.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW16 2ST in?
SW16 2ST falls within the Streatham and Croydon North parliamentary constituency.
What bus routes serve SW16 2ST?
Streatham High Road (A23) is served by numerous TfL bus routes including the 133, 159, 250, 255, 333 and 415, providing frequent connections to Brixton, Croydon, Tooting and central London. Local routes such as the 50, 118 and 319 also serve nearby stops.
Is SW16 2ST in a conservation area?
Parts of Streatham have designated conservation areas to protect their Victorian and Edwardian character. You should check with the London Borough of Lambeth planning department to confirm whether any specific address within SW16 2ST falls within a conservation area boundary.
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Useful links
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