Map & location
Overview
SW17 0YF falls within the Wandsworth Common ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, a predominantly residential area in south-west London. The postcode sits close to the southern fringe of Wandsworth Common, one of south London's most popular open spaces, and is within easy reach of the busy Tooting high street corridors along Tooting High Street and Mitcham Road.
The neighbourhood combines Victorian and Edwardian terraced streets with a strong community feel. Residents benefit from excellent green space on their doorstep, a variety of independent cafés and restaurants along nearby Bellevue Road and Trinity Road, and swift rail and bus connections into central London and across south-west London.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £545,000 (HM Land Registry, 923 recent sales).
Getting here
SW17 0YF is well served by bus routes along Trinity Road and Tooting High Street, linking the area to Tooting, Clapham, Balham and Wandsworth town centre. Cyclists benefit from quiet residential back streets connecting to the wider London cycle network, and Wandsworth Common itself provides a pleasant off-road route for those heading north. The South Circular Road (A205) passes nearby for motorists travelling across south London.
What it's famous for
Wandsworth Common is the defining landmark of this area — a 175-acre open space featuring a lake, children's play areas, tennis courts and the popular The Neighbourhood café beside the common. The common is also home to the Scope Education Centre and borders the historic Trinity Road Conservation Area. Bellevue Road, running along the northern edge of the common, is well regarded for its independent eateries, gastro-pubs such as The Lighthouse, and boutique shops, giving the area a distinct village-within-the-city character.
Services & facilities
Unitary local authority providing council tax, planning and housing services
Kerbside collections and local recycling facilities
Public lending library on Mitcham Road, approx. 1 mile south
Regular community markets and events on the common
Tourist attractions
Expansive Victorian park with lake, tennis courts and cafés
~200 mPopular café and restaurant on the edge of the common
~400 mWell-regarded gastro-pub serving food and local ales
~600 mAttractive streetscape of Victorian and Edwardian architecture
~300 mAdjacent large common with athletics track and open lido
~1.2 kmIndependent shops, cafés and restaurants in a village-like setting
~500 mGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW170AN · 020 73268860
~400 mSW177AL · 020 86723331
~950 mSW177AL · 020 86822817
~950 mPharmacies
SW177PG · 02086 722524
~850 mSW177TJ
~900 mDentists
SW177DJ
~100 mSW177RL
~650 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Ernest Bevin Academy, is ~300 m away.
Academy converter
~300 mPupil referral unit
~300 mAcademy special sponsor led
~350 mAcademy converter
~500 mAcademy converter
~550 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Cluster of independent restaurants, delis and coffee shops
Convenience stores and service businesses along Trinity Road
Several agents operate in the SW17 market covering this ward
Yoga, pilates and fitness studios within the surrounding streets
Gyms & leisure
Walking, running, cycling and outdoor games on the common
~200 mSwimming pool and sports facilities on Tooting High Street
~1.4 kmHard courts bookable through the local authority
~300 mHistoric open-air swimming lido, one of Europe's largest
~1.3 kmWeekly free 5 km run on Saturday mornings at the common
~400 mService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband infrastructure serving SW17
Cable broadband coverage available in much of SW17
Electricity and gas network serving the borough
Water and sewerage services for SW17 and London
Residential & community
Predominant housing stock; two- and three-storey bay-fronted terraces
Blocks of flats interspersed among the terraced streets
Mix of owner-occupied, private rented and some social housing
Area popular with families and young professionals
Transport
Train & Tube
Tooting Bec Station
Tooting Bec
Tooting Broadway Station
Tooting Broadway
Balham Station
Balham
Wimbledon Park
Wimbledon Park
Bus stops
Trinity Road / Wandsworth Common
Stop on Trinity Road serving routes to Clapham, Tooting and Wandsworth
Tooting High Street
Frequent buses south to Tooting Broadway and north to Wandsworth
Balham Station / High Road
Buses connecting to Balham and Streatham
Cycle hire
London Cycle Network Route — Trinity Road
Signed cycle route along Trinity Road connecting to Wandsworth and Clapham
Wandsworth Common Off-Road Path
Traffic-free path across the common towards Balham and Clapham
Santander Cycles Docking Station
Hire bikes available at nearby docking points in the borough
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Wandsworth Common Car Park EV Charger
Electric vehicle charge points near the common car park
Defibrillators
Wandsworth Common Café Area
Community defibrillator located near the café on the common
Postboxes & Post Office
Tooting Post Office
Full post office services on Tooting High Street
Fuel stations
Petrol Station — Trinity Road vicinity
Nearest fuel station on or near the South Circular
Places of worship
Victorian parish church close to Wandsworth Common
~500 mCatholic parish serving the Tooting and Wandsworth Common area
~1.0 kmVarious faith groups use community halls in the wider ward
~600 mCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 548% above the national average (441.3 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
754 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 7 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 1,847.
Housing & utilities
Victorian bay-fronted terraces are the most common property type
Consistently high demand from families and professionals
Popular with young professionals renting near the common
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Parts of the common are a Site of Special Scientific Interest
Generally better than inner-London averages due to green space
Quieter back streets contrast with busier Trinity Road corridor
Area sits on higher ground with generally low surface-water flood risk
FAQs
Where is the SW17 0YF postcode located?
SW17 0YF is in the Wandsworth Common ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, in south-west London, close to the southern edge of Wandsworth Common and the Trinity Road corridor.
Which council covers SW17 0YF?
SW17 0YF falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth, which provides local government services including council tax, planning, waste collection and libraries.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW17 0YF in?
SW17 0YF is in the Tooting parliamentary constituency.
What is the area around SW17 0YF like?
The area is a pleasant, well-established residential neighbourhood dominated by Victorian and Edwardian terraced streets. It has a strong community feel, with Wandsworth Common on the doorstep, independent cafés and restaurants on Bellevue Road, and good transport links into central London.
What schools are near SW17 0YF?
Several schools serve the area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
How do I get to SW17 0YF by public transport?
The area is well served by buses along Trinity Road and Tooting High Street, connecting to Clapham, Balham, Tooting Broadway and Wandsworth town centre. Rail services are accessible from nearby stations in the surrounding area.
Is SW17 0YF near any parks or open spaces?
Yes — Wandsworth Common, a 175-acre Victorian park with a lake, tennis courts and a café, is immediately adjacent. Tooting Bec Common and its famous open-air lido are also within easy reach to the south.
What type of housing is found in SW17 0YF?
The area is predominantly Victorian and Edwardian bay-fronted terraced houses, with some purpose-built flats. It is a popular and competitive residential market with a mix of owner-occupiers and private renters.
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Useful links
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