Map & location
Overview
SW17 7TN falls within the Tooting Bec ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, positioned between the bustling high streets of Tooting Broadway and Balham. The area is characterised by substantial Edwardian and Victorian terraced housing lining streets such as Cavendish Road and Franciscan Road, giving the neighbourhood a distinctive period character alongside a strong sense of community.
Residents benefit from excellent green space at Tooting Bec Common, one of London's largest commons, which lies within easy walking distance and offers everything from outdoor lido swimming to woodland walks. The postcode enjoys a vibrant local economy with independent cafés, restaurants and shops along Tooting High Street and Bedford Hill, making it popular with young professionals and families alike.
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 7TN is well served by London buses, with several routes running along Tooting High Street, Balham High Road and surrounding roads providing direct links to central London, Brixton, Streatham and beyond. The area sits roughly equidistant between two Northern line Underground stations, giving swift access to the City and West End. Cyclists enjoy relatively flat terrain and designated cycle routes connecting to Tooting Bec Common and onwards into central London. For drivers, the A24 (Tooting High Street) and A217 provide arterial routes towards the South Circular and central London, though on-street parking is subject to controlled parking zone restrictions in parts of the ward.
What it's famous for
Tooting Bec Common is the area's most celebrated landmark — a 221-acre open space that includes Tooting Bec Lido, one of the largest outdoor freshwater swimming pools in Europe, open to the public since 1906. The broader Tooting neighbourhood has gained a national reputation for its extraordinary food scene, particularly the street-food traders at Tooting Market and the diverse array of South Asian restaurants along Tooting High Street. Tooting has also produced and been home to several notable public figures, and the neighbourhood's diverse, energetic character has made it one of south London's most talked-about areas in recent years.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, waste, planning and local services for the borough
Public library with community rooms on Mitcham Road
Council-run pool, gym and fitness classes on Tooting High Street
Full post office services near Tooting Broadway
Tourist attractions
221-acre common with woodland, café and athletics track
~0.3 miHistoric outdoor freshwater lido, one of Europe's largest
~0.4 miVibrant indoor market with independent food traders
~0.7 miOpen grassland and woodland towards the Streatham border
~1.1 miIndependent bars, restaurants and entertainment in nearby Balham
~0.6 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW177BA · 020 86820352
~300 mSW177AL · 020 86723331
~450 mSW177AL · 020 86822817
~450 mPharmacies
SW177PG · 02086 722524
~150 mSW177TJ
~300 mDentists
SW177RL
~550 mSW177BG
~550 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Al Risalah Secondary School, is ~250 m away.
Other independent school
~250 mOther independent school
~250 mVoluntary aided school
~350 mAcademy converter
~400 mFoundation school
~450 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Dense cluster of South Asian restaurants, cafés and food shops
Mix of independent traders and national retailers
Several boutique gyms and yoga studios in the SW17 area
Active residential property market with several local agencies
Gyms & leisure
Woodland walks, athletics track and outdoor gym
~0.3 miOutdoor swimming open spring to autumn, year-round for members
~0.4 miTraditional and craft-beer pubs in the Balham/Tooting borderlands
~0.5 miNon-league football club with a long local history
~1.5 miCommunity arts venue hosting theatre and live events
~0.8 miService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband infrastructure in SW17
Cable broadband available across much of Tooting
Good 4G/5G coverage from EE, O2, Vodafone and Three
Water and sewerage services for the SW17 area
Residential & community
Predominant housing stock; many converted into flats
Period houses divided into one- and two-bedroom flats common in SW17
Blend of owner-occupiers, private renters and some social housing
Tree-lined residential roads popular with families and young professionals
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 High Street stops
Multiple stops along A24 serving routes towards Tooting Broadway and Balham
Bedford Hill / Balham stops
Buses towards Clapham, Streatham and central London
Cycle hire
Tooting Bec Common cycle route
Traffic-free path through the common linking SW17 to Streatham
Cycle route to Balham
Quietway cycle link northward towards Balham and Clapham
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Wandsworth Council EV points
On-street electric vehicle charging in residential streets nearby
Defibrillators
Tooting Leisure Centre defibrillator
Publicly accessible AED at the leisure centre entrance
Postboxes & Post Office
Tooting Post Office
Full post office counter services near Tooting Broadway
Fuel stations
Local petrol stations
Several forecourts on the A24 and surrounding arterial roads
Places of worship
Church of England parish church serving Tooting Bec ward
~0.3 miMethodist congregation with community activities
~0.5 miMosque and community centre serving local Muslim residents
~0.7 miTamil Hindu temple, a notable landmark in Tooting
~0.9 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs close to the national average (66.6 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
771 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 1,547.
Housing & utilities
Victorian and Edwardian terraces dominate the residential streets of SW17 7TN
Strong demand from families and professionals; competitive rental market
Many larger houses subdivided; one- and two-bed flats widely available
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Major open space providing air quality and biodiversity benefits nearby
Moderate nitrogen dioxide levels near the A24; improving in residential streets
Quieter residential streets away from the A24 arterial corridor
Generally low surface-water flood risk in this part of SW17
FAQs
Where exactly is SW17 7TN?
SW17 7TN is located in Tooting Bec ward in the London Borough of Wandsworth, in south London. It lies between Tooting Broadway to the south and Balham to the north, close to Tooting Bec Common.
What is the area around SW17 7TN like?
The area is a vibrant, diverse south London neighbourhood with strong period architecture, excellent green space at Tooting Bec Common and a lively food and café scene. It is popular with families and young professionals.
Which council covers SW17 7TN?
SW17 7TN falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth. The ward is Tooting Bec, and local services including planning, waste and housing are managed by Wandsworth Council.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW17 7TN in?
SW17 7TN is within the Tooting parliamentary constituency.
What schools are near SW17 7TN?
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 green spaces are near SW17 7TN?
Tooting Bec Common, a 221-acre open space with woodland, an athletics track and the famous Tooting Bec Lido, is within easy walking distance. Streatham Common is also accessible to the south-east.
How do I get around from SW17 7TN without a car?
The area is well served by London buses linking Tooting Broadway, Balham, Clapham and central London. Two Northern line Underground stations are within comfortable walking or cycling distance, and cycle routes through Tooting Bec Common provide traffic-free links.
What is SW17 7TN's approximate house-price level?
Tooting Bec is a sought-after south London neighbourhood and property values reflect that demand. See a current property portal for up-to-date prices, as the market moves frequently.
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