Map & location
Overview
SW17 0BA falls within the Wandsworth Common ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, in the area broadly known as Tooting. This part of south-west London is characterised by wide Victorian and Edwardian streets, well-kept terraced housing, and proximity to the open green expanse of Wandsworth Common itself — one of south London's most popular open spaces.
The postcode sits close to the boundary with Balham and Tooting Bec, giving residents easy access to the independent cafés, restaurants and shops of Balham High Road and Tooting Bec Road, as well as excellent transport connections into central London. The area is popular with families and young professionals drawn by its green space, community feel and strong local amenities.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £545,000 (HM Land Registry, 923 recent sales).
Getting here
SW17 0BA benefits from good bus connections along Tooting Bec Road and Balham High Road, with multiple routes serving central London, Clapham, Streatham and beyond. Cyclists are well catered for, with relatively quiet residential streets and dedicated cycle routes connecting to the wider TfL cycling network. The area is also accessible by car via the A217 (Balham High Road / Tooting Bec Road), with the South Circular (A205) a short distance to the north.
What it's famous for
Wandsworth Common is the defining local landmark — a 175-acre expanse of grassland, woodland and ponds that has served the community since the 19th century. The Common is home to the popular The Wandsworth Common Ponds, a trim track, and the café at the Bolingbroke end. The surrounding streets feature grand Victorian villas and Edwardian terraces, many of which are locally listed. The broader Tooting area is renowned for its vibrant food scene, including Tooting Market and Broadway Market a short distance to the south, celebrated for their diverse street food and independent traders.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, planning and local services for the borough
Council-run household waste and recycling services
Public lending library a short walk north on Ramsden Road
Local policing via the Met's Wandsworth borough command
Tourist attractions
175-acre open space with ponds, woodland and a café
~200 mLarge common with lido, athletics track and open grassland
~800 mOne of the largest open-air swimming pools in Europe
~900 mVibrant covered market with diverse street food traders
~1.4 kmTraditional south London pub on Nightingale Lane
~400 mPopular café on the edge of the Common
~300 mGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW184HH · 020 89465681
~600 mSW197JL · 02089 479082
~850 mSW185AE · 020 88755429
~1.1 kmPharmacies
SW184SU · 02089 466822
~650 mSW184SU · 02089 466822
~650 mSW198AA · 02089 460414
~700 mDentists
SW183TG
~450 mSW170NN
~500 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Garratt Park School, is ~500 m away.
Community special school
~500 mOther independent special school
~500 mCommunity school
~700 mCommunity school
~700 mAcademy converter
~850 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Mix of independent shops, cafés and national retailers
Diverse range of independent eateries and takeaways
Several agents active in SW17 including Wandsworth Common specialists
Independent fitness studios and chains within easy reach
Gyms & leisure
Free outdoor fitness circuit around the Common
~250 mAttractive ornamental ponds popular for walking and wildlife
~300 mHistoric 90-metre open-air lido open May–September
~900 mPublic athletics facility on Tooting Bec Common
~1.0 kmPublic courts bookable via the LTA platform
~350 mService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband available across SW17
Cable broadband available in many SW17 streets
EE, O2, Three and Vodafone all provide coverage in SW17
Water and sewerage services for the SW17 area
Residential & community
Predominant housing stock, many on wide tree-lined streets
Large Victorian houses converted into spacious flats
Larger family homes common near the Common itself
Owner-occupied and private rented properties dominate the area
Transport
Train & Tube
Wimbledon Park Underground Station
Wimbledon Park
Tooting Broadway Underground Station
Tooting Broadway
Southfields Station
Southfields
Wimbledon Tram Stop
Wimbledon
Bus stops
Tooting Bec Road stops
Frequent services towards Clapham, Streatham and Tooting
Balham High Road stops
Multiple routes north to central London and south to Croydon
Nightingale Lane stop
Local services connecting to Clapham South and Wandsworth
Cycle hire
Wandsworth Common cycle paths
Informal cycling across the Common linking to surrounding streets
Quiet Streets network
TfL-supported low-traffic routes through residential streets
Santander Cycles docking station
Hire bikes available at nearby docking stations in Balham
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Ubitricity on-street chargers
Lamp-post EV charging points available in Wandsworth streets
Pod Point — Balham
Public EV charging in nearby Balham car parks
Defibrillators
Wandsworth Common Café AED
Publicly accessible defibrillator at the Common café
Postboxes & Post Office
Balham Post Office
Full-service post office on Balham High Road
Fuel stations
Esso — Balham
Petrol station on Balham High Road
Places of worship
Anglican parish church serving Balham and Wandsworth Common
~600 mCatholic church on Balham High Road
~700 mActive Baptist congregation in central Balham
~700 mMosque and community centre in Tooting
~1.5 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 61% above the national average (109.8 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
482 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 1,740.
Housing & utilities
Much of the area retains original late-Victorian and Edwardian character
Proximity to the Common and transport makes SW17 highly sought-after
Roughly equal split between whole houses and converted or purpose-built flats
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Major green lung directly adjacent, providing recreation and biodiversity
Away from main A-roads, air quality is relatively good for inner London
Quiet residential streets away from the busy A217 corridor
Area is not in a significant flood risk zone according to the Environment Agency
FAQs
Where exactly is the SW17 0BA postcode?
SW17 0BA is located in the Wandsworth Common ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, in south-west London. It sits on the northern edge of Tooting, close to the boundary with Balham and adjacent to Wandsworth Common itself.
Which council is responsible for SW17 0BA?
SW17 0BA falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. The council provides local services including planning, waste collection, libraries and housing.
Which parliamentary constituency does SW17 0BA belong to?
SW17 0BA is part of the Tooting parliamentary constituency.
What are the nearest train or tube stations to SW17 0BA?
Several stations are within walking or short bus distance of SW17 0BA — see the Transport section above for the nearest options with distances.
What are the schools like near SW17 0BA?
Several schools serve the SW17 0BA area — see the Schools section above for the nearest, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the SW17 0BA area like to live in?
The area is popular with families and professionals. It offers Victorian and Edwardian housing, excellent green space at Wandsworth Common, good transport links, and a lively local food and café scene along Balham High Road and Tooting Bec Road.
What is the nearest open space or park to SW17 0BA?
Wandsworth Common — a 175-acre open space with ponds, woodland and a café — is immediately adjacent to SW17 0BA, within approximately 200 metres. Tooting Bec Common and its famous open-air lido are also within easy walking distance.
What buses serve SW17 0BA?
Several TfL bus routes serve the SW17 0BA area, running along Tooting Bec Road, Balham High Road and Nightingale Lane. These connect to Clapham, Streatham, Tooting, Wandsworth and central London. See the Transport section above for details.
Nearby postcodes
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Useful links
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