Map & location
Overview
SW17 0RN falls within the Tooting Broadway ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, close to the bustling high street of Tooting Broadway itself. The area is renowned for its eclectic mix of independent shops, South Asian restaurants, and the famous Tooting Market and Broadway Market, making it one of south London's most celebrated food and culture destinations. Streets in this part of SW17 feature a mixture of Victorian terraced housing and purpose-built flats, typical of inner south London.
The neighbourhood benefits from excellent public transport links via the Underground and numerous bus routes, placing central London within easy reach. Tooting Bec Common and Tooting Common are both nearby green spaces offering recreational facilities, open parkland and a lido, contributing to a strong community feel. The area attracts a broad demographic including young professionals, established families, and long-standing communities with South Asian heritage.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £545,000 (HM Land Registry, 923 recent sales).
Getting here
SW17 0RN is well served by London Underground Northern line services, with Tooting Broadway station a short walk away providing direct connections to central London. Numerous bus routes operate along Tooting High Street and Broadway, linking the area to Streatham, Balham, Clapham, Wimbledon and central London. The South Circular road (A214) passes nearby, providing road access across south London. Cycling infrastructure in the borough is improving, with quiet residential streets offering reasonable routes to Clapham, Balham and Wimbledon.
What it's famous for
Tooting Broadway is celebrated across London for its food and multicultural culture, particularly the independent restaurants, sweet shops and grocers along Upper Tooting Road and Tooting High Street that reflect the area's large South Asian community. Tooting Market and the adjacent Broadway Market — one of London's oldest covered street markets — are beloved institutions drawing food lovers from across the capital. The area also gained wider fame as the birthplace of former Prime Minister Sadiq Khan, who represented the Tooting constituency, and comedians Bob Monkhouse and Des O'Connor were associated with the area. Tooting Bec Lido, one of the largest freshwater open-air pools in England, is a short distance away and is iconic to local residents.
Services & facilities
Local authority providing housing, planning and waste services
Public lending library on Mitcham Road serving SW17 residents
Main post office branch on Tooting High Street
DWP employment support services in the Tooting area
Main civic offices for the London Borough of Wandsworth
Tourist attractions
Historic covered market with street food and independent traders
~200 mVibrant indoor market off Tooting High Street since 1930s
~250 mLarge open common with sports pitches and woodland walks
~600 mOne of England's largest open-air freshwater swimming pools
~900 mExtensive parkland popular with joggers and dog walkers
~800 mPublic indoor swimming pool and gym off Tooting High Street
~350 mGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW170RT · 02038 835700
~300 mSW170QT
~450 mSW170QT · 020 86721255
~450 mPharmacies
SW170RR · 020 86725537
~150 mSW179PB
~200 mSW179PB · 020 86726240
~200 mDentists
SW170RR
~150 mSW170LN
~200 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, St Boniface RC Primary School, is ~250 m away.
Voluntary aided school
~250 mVoluntary aided school
~350 mHigher education institutions
~400 mCommunity school
~400 mFree schools
~500 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Long-standing Tamil restaurant on Tooting High Street
Popular Pakistani restaurant and takeaway on Upper Tooting Road
Dense cluster of South Asian grocers, jewellers and fabric shops
Traditional community pub close to Tooting Broadway
Artisan food and lifestyle stalls in the covered market hall
Gyms & leisure
Open-air freshwater lido open summer and winter to members
~900 mCouncil-run pool, gym and sports hall for all ages
~350 mFootball, cricket and open space popular at weekends
~600 mLively local pub with beer garden near Tooting Broadway
~300 mGrowing independent bar and restaurant scene on Mitcham Road
~200 mService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband available in SW17
Cable broadband with wide coverage across Tooting
Available via Openreach network in this postcode
All major UK networks provide 4G and 5G coverage in SW17
Mains water and sewerage provider for SW17
Gas and electricity network serving the Tooting area
Residential & community
Late 19th-century two- and three-storey terraces dominate nearby streets
1960s–80s residential blocks common across the Tooting Broadway ward
Larger family homes with bay windows found on quieter residential roads
Blend of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing stock
Former commercial buildings converted to residential use in recent years
Transport
Train & Tube
Tooting Broadway Underground Station
Tooting Broadway
Tooting Bec Station
Tooting Bec
Colliers Wood Underground Station
Colliers Wood
Haydons Road Rail Station
South Wimbledon
Bus stops
Tooting Broadway stop
Major bus interchange on Tooting High Street
Tooting Broadway / Longmead Road
Northbound and southbound stops on Mitcham Road
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles docking station
Hire bikes available at Tooting Broadway station area
Quiet residential cycle routes
Local streets suitable for cycling toward Balham and Wimbledon
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Wandsworth EV charge points
On-street electric vehicle charging on selected SW17 roads
Defibrillators
Tooting Leisure Centre defibrillator
Public-access AED located at the leisure centre entrance
Postboxes & Post Office
Tooting Broadway Post Office
Full-service post office branch on Tooting High Street
Fuel stations
BP Filling Station
Petrol station on Tooting High Street / Upper Tooting Road area
Places of worship
Anglican parish church serving the Tooting Broadway area
~400 mMosque and community centre on Mitcham Road
~350 mHindu temple serving the South Asian community in Tooting
~700 mRoman Catholic parish church in Tooting
~500 mSikh place of worship serving the broader SW17 community
~1.0 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 359% above the national average (312.2 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
734 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 4 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the more deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,909.
Housing & utilities
Most streets around SW17 0RN consist of late Victorian two-storey terraces
Inner south London character with tight street patterns and limited off-street parking
Prices reflect Tooting's popularity with young professionals and families
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Large open common provides green relief in a dense urban area
Urban traffic on the A24 corridor affects local air quality levels
Tooting Broadway generates significant daytime and evening noise
SW17 0RN is not in a high flood-risk zone according to Environment Agency data
FAQs
Where exactly is the postcode SW17 0RN?
SW17 0RN is located in the Tooting Broadway ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, in south London. It sits close to Tooting Broadway high street, approximately 6 miles south of central London.
What is Tooting Broadway like to live in?
Tooting Broadway is a lively, culturally diverse neighbourhood known for its independent restaurants, covered markets, and strong community feel. It offers good transport links, green spaces such as Tooting Common, and a mix of Victorian housing and modern flats.
Which council covers SW17 0RN?
SW17 0RN falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. Wandsworth Council is responsible for local services including planning, housing, waste collection and parks.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW17 0RN in?
SW17 0RN is in the Tooting parliamentary constituency, which returns one MP to the House of Commons.
What schools are near SW17 0RN?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the Tooting Broadway area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What bus routes serve SW17 0RN?
Tooting Broadway is a major bus interchange, with routes including the 44, 57, 77, 127, 155, 264, 270, 355 and 493, linking to Streatham, Balham, Clapham, Wimbledon and central London.
What green spaces are near SW17 0RN?
Tooting Common and Tooting Bec Common are both within walking distance, offering open parkland, sports facilities and the famous Tooting Bec Lido — one of England's largest outdoor swimming pools.
What is Tooting Broadway Market?
Tooting Broadway Market and Tooting Market are adjacent covered markets off Tooting High Street, dating back to the 1930s. They are popular for street food, Caribbean and South Asian groceries, and independent traders, and attract visitors from across London.
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Useful links
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