Map & location
Overview
SW17 7TJ is located in the Tooting Bec ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, an area that has developed a strong identity as one of south London's most energetic and diverse neighbourhoods. The immediate surroundings feature a mix of Edwardian and Victorian terraced housing, tree-lined residential streets, and easy access to the open green spaces of Tooting Bec Common — one of the largest commons in London at over 220 acres.
The postcode sits within comfortable reach of Upper Tooting Road and Balham High Road, both bustling with independent cafés, restaurants representing cuisines from around the world, and everyday shops. Wandsworth Council provides local services, and the area benefits from its position between the neighbourhoods of Tooting, Balham and Streatham, giving residents excellent access to amenities, schools and green spaces.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £631,300, around 13% above the wider SW17 district average of £558,310 (HM Land Registry, 681 recent sales).
Getting here
SW17 7TJ is well connected by London Underground and National Rail services, placing the postcode within easy reach of central London. Several bus routes pass through Tooting Bec and the surrounding streets, linking residents to Tooting Broadway, Balham, Streatham and beyond. Tooting Bec Road and Bedford Hill are key arterial routes for both buses and private vehicles, with the A24 and A214 providing onward connections across south London. Cycling infrastructure on local streets and Tooting Bec Common itself makes the area accessible by bike, and Santander Cycles docking points can be found in adjacent neighbourhoods. For drivers, the South Circular (A205) is accessible nearby.
What it's famous for
Tooting Bec is best known for Tooting Bec Lido, one of the largest open-air freshwater swimming pools in Europe, open to members of the South London Swimming Club and the public during warmer months — a beloved local institution since 1906. The area is also recognised for Tooting Bec Common, a vast expanse of woodland, grassland and sports facilities popular with joggers, dog walkers and families. Tooting as a whole has earned a reputation as a food destination, with the Tooting Market and Broadway Market drawing visitors from across London for their eclectic street food and independent traders.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, planning, waste and local services for the borough
Public lending library approx. 0.8 miles north on Ramsden Road
Postal and government services on Upper Tooting Road nearby
Large public common with sports courts, café and open parkland
Tourist attractions
Historic open-air pool, one of Europe's largest, open seasonally
~0.4 miOver 220 acres of woodland, grassland and sports facilities
~0.2 miVibrant indoor market with independent food traders and stalls
~0.9 miEclectic street food and independent retail hub
~1.0 miLocal playing fields and green space in the Furzedown neighbourhood
~0.6 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW177BA · 020 86820352
~550 mSW177AL · 020 86723331
~700 mSW177AL · 020 86822817
~700 mPharmacies
SW177TJ
~50 mSW177TG · 020 86726116
~200 mSW177PG · 02086 722524
~400 mDentists
SW170SN
~350 mSW170LN
~550 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Al Risalah Boys' School, is ~50 m away.
Other independent school
~50 mOther independent school
~50 mVoluntary aided school
~350 mFoundation school
~400 mVoluntary aided school
~550 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Diverse dining scene along Upper Tooting Road and Mitcham Road
Mix of independent retailers, convenience stores and market traders
Several fitness and yoga studios serving the Tooting Bec catchment
Active property market with several offices in Tooting and Balham
Gyms & leisure
Iconic open-air freshwater lido, open to public in summer
~0.4 miAll-weather running track set within the common
~0.3 miPublic hard courts bookable through Wandsworth parks services
~0.2 miSeveral traditional pubs and cocktail bars within walking distance
Multiplex cinema approx. 1.5 miles east in Streatham
~1.5 miService providers
FTTC and FTTP broadband infrastructure serving SW17
Cable broadband available across much of the Tooting area
Electricity distribution network operator for south London
Weekly refuse and fortnightly recycling collections
Residential & community
Dominant housing stock; two- and three-storey terraced homes
Many larger Victorian houses subdivided into flats for rental and purchase
Some 20th-century purpose-built blocks scattered through the ward
Residential roads such as Fernlea Road and Cavendish Road are leafy and quiet
Transport
Train & Tube
Tooting Bec Station
Tooting Bec
Tooting Broadway Station
Tooting Broadway
Balham Station
Balham
Colliers Wood Underground Station
Colliers Wood
Bus stops
Tooting Bec Road stops
Frequent services northbound to Balham and southbound to Tooting Broadway
Bedford Hill / Balham Hill stops
Links to Balham, Streatham and Clapham South
Upper Tooting Road stops
Connections to Tooting Broadway and Wandsworth
Cycle hire
Tooting Bec Common cycle paths
Informal cycling routes through the common linking to wider cycle network
Balham Santander Cycles
TfL cycle hire docking station near Balham station
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Tooting Bec Common Car Park
EV charging points within the common car park off Tooting Bec Road
Defibrillators
Tooting Bec Lido
Defibrillator available at the lido entrance for emergencies
Postboxes & Post Office
Post Office — Upper Tooting Road
Full post office services available at the Tooting branch
Fuel stations
Petrol Station — Tooting Bec Road
Fuel and convenience store on the A214 corridor
Places of worship
Anglican parish church serving part of the Tooting Bec boundary
~0.5 miRoman Catholic church on Tooting Bec Road
~0.4 miMosque and community centre serving south London's Muslim community
~0.9 miLocal evangelical church with community outreach programmes
~0.6 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 54% above the national average (104.9 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
778 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 5 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 1,602.
Housing & utilities
A broad mix of owner-occupiers and private renters; lettings market is active
Proximity to the common and good transport links sustain strong demand
Much of the housing dates from the 1880s–1910s Edwardian expansion of Tooting
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Major green lung providing air quality and biodiversity benefits
Typical south London urban air quality; common provides some mitigation
Side streets are quiet; main roads carry moderate through-traffic noise
SW17 area generally has low surface water and river flood risk
FAQs
Where exactly is the postcode SW17 7TJ?
SW17 7TJ is in the Tooting Bec ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, in south London. It falls between Tooting, Balham and Streatham, close to Tooting Bec Common.
Which council is responsible for SW17 7TJ?
SW17 7TJ falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. Wandsworth Council provides local services including waste collection, planning, housing and parks.
Which parliamentary constituency does SW17 7TJ fall in?
SW17 7TJ is within the Tooting parliamentary constituency.
What schools are near SW17 7TJ?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the Tooting Bec area. See the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the area around SW17 7TJ like to live in?
Tooting Bec is a lively, diverse and popular south London neighbourhood. It offers a mix of period terraced housing, excellent green space on Tooting Bec Common, a broad range of independent restaurants and cafés, and strong transport links into central London.
What is the nearest open-air swimming facility to SW17 7TJ?
Tooting Bec Lido, located approximately 0.4 miles from SW17 7TJ on Tooting Bec Road, is one of the largest open-air freshwater swimming pools in Europe and a famous local landmark.
How well connected is SW17 7TJ by public transport?
The postcode is well served by London Underground and National Rail services within walking distance, plus multiple bus routes along Tooting Bec Road and nearby streets connecting to Balham, Tooting Broadway, Streatham and central London.
What green spaces are accessible from SW17 7TJ?
Tooting Bec Common — over 220 acres of parkland, woodland and sports facilities — is the main green space, just a short walk away. Furzedown Recreation Ground and smaller parks are also nearby.
Nearby postcodes
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Useful links
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