Map & location
Overview
SW17 9JR is located in the Graveney ward of the London Borough of Merton, within the wider Tooting area of south London. This part of SW17 sits close to the boundary of Merton and Wandsworth, characterised by largely Victorian and Edwardian terraced streets that give the neighbourhood a classic inner-south-London character. Garratt Lane, one of the area's main thoroughfares, runs nearby offering a mix of independent shops, cafés and everyday services.
The surrounding streets benefit from good access to Tooting Bec Common and Figge's Marsh, providing welcome green space for residents. Tooting's celebrated street food markets, vibrant restaurant scene along Upper Tooting Road, and a strong community atmosphere make this an increasingly popular residential location for families and young professionals alike.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £531,500, around 5% below the wider SW17 district average of £558,310 (HM Land Registry, 733 recent sales).
Getting here
SW17 9JR is well served by London's bus network, with several routes connecting the area to Tooting Broadway, Streatham, Colliers Wood and central London. Garratt Lane and Mitcham Road are the principal roads nearby, providing easy access by car to the A24 and A217 corridors. Cyclists benefit from quieter residential streets and dedicated cycle routes connecting to Tooting Bec Common and beyond. The area is broadly flat, making cycling and walking practical for everyday journeys.
What it's famous for
Tooting has a rich cultural identity, perhaps best known for Tooting Bec Lido — one of the largest freshwater outdoor swimming pools in the UK, open since 1906. The area is equally celebrated for its diverse food scene, particularly the independent restaurants and cafés along Upper Tooting Road and around Tooting Market. Tooting has historically been home to a vibrant South Asian community whose influence is felt strongly in the local cuisine, shops and festivals. The common and its surrounding parkland also give SW17 a more spacious feel than many comparable inner-south-London postcodes.
Services & facilities
Local council providing planning, waste, housing and social care
Nearest Merton library service, ~1.5 miles south
Kerbside recycling and bulky waste collection by Merton Council
Policing for SW17 provided by the Met's Merton Policing Team
Tourist attractions
Large open common with woodland, sports pitches and the famous Lido
~0.5 miHistoric outdoor freshwater pool open since 1906, one of UK's largest
~0.7 miCovered market with independent traders, street food and vintage finds
~0.9 miLocal nature reserve and recreational green space in Mitcham
~0.6 miVibrant street with diverse restaurants, independent shops and cafés
~0.8 miRiverside green space along the River Wandle corridor
~0.4 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW179HQ · 020 86820521
~250 mSW170RT · 02038 835700
~900 mCR43LD · 020 86404445
~950 mPharmacies
SW179JQ · 020 87676005
~250 mSW179NH · 02086 722157
~600 mSW179PB
~900 mDentists
SW178PX
~500 mCR43LB
~550 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Links Primary School, is ~450 m away.
Community school
~450 mCommunity school
~650 mCommunity school
~700 mAcademy converter
~800 mFree schools
~850 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Mix of independent retailers and convenience stores along Garratt Lane
Concentration of South Asian and international restaurants nearby
Active community of builders, electricians and plumbers serving SW17
Many residents operate small professional or creative businesses from home
Gyms & leisure
Iconic outdoor lido, open seasonally for lap and leisure swimming
~0.7 miWalking, running, cycling and informal sports on open common land
~0.5 miLocal authority leisure centre with pool, gym and fitness classes
~1.0 miSeveral traditional pubs and bars serving the local community
~0.3 miPeaceful green space popular for walking and wildlife watching
~0.6 miService providers
Fibre broadband infrastructure serving SW17 residential properties
Cable broadband available across much of the Tooting area
Electricity distribution network operator for south London
Water and sewerage services for SW17 postcodes
Residential & community
Predominant housing stock of two- and three-storey Victorian terraces
Some larger Edwardian semis on wider residential roads
Blend of owner-occupied, privately rented and some social housing
Many period houses converted into self-contained flats for renters
Quiet residential roads close to schools and parks, popular with families
Transport
Train & Tube
Tooting Station
Tooting
Tooting Broadway Underground Station
Tooting Broadway
Colliers Wood Underground Station
Colliers Wood
Mitcham Eastfields Station
Mitcham
Bus stops
Garratt Lane / Earlsfield Road
Stops serving routes towards Tooting Broadway, Streatham and Wandsworth
Mitcham Road
Buses towards Mitcham, Colliers Wood and Streatham
Tooting Broadway
Major interchange with multiple bus routes to central and south London
Cycle hire
Wandle Trail
Signed riverside cycle route along the River Wandle, nearby access point
Quietway 7
TfL Quietway connecting south London to the centre via quieter roads
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Tooting Leisure Centre Car Park
Pod Point EV charging points available in the leisure centre car park
Defibrillators
Garratt Lane Community Defibrillator
Publicly accessible AED unit on Garratt Lane
Postboxes & Post Office
Post Office — Garratt Lane
Local Post Office branch offering mail and parcel services
Fuel stations
Petrol Station — Mitcham Road
Forecourt fuel station with convenience shop
Places of worship
Church of England parish church serving the local community
~0.5 miMethodist congregation with community outreach programmes
~0.8 miMosque and Islamic community centre serving south London Muslims
~1.0 miHindu temple and cultural centre in Tooting
~1.1 miActive Sikh gurdwara in the wider Tooting area
~1.2 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 56% above the national average (106.2 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
763 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 1,620.
Housing & utilities
The dominant housing type — brick-built terraces from the late 19th and early 20th centuries
High demand for rented accommodation, particularly flats and house shares
Increasing numbers of owner-occupiers attracted by transport links and community feel
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Easy walking or cycling access to large open common providing air quality benefits
Typical inner-south-London air quality; Garratt Lane sees moderate traffic
Away from main roads the area is generally peaceful with limited through traffic
Most of SW17 9JR is at low risk of surface water or river flooding
FAQs
Where exactly is SW17 9JR?
SW17 9JR is in the Graveney ward of the London Borough of Merton, in the Tooting area of south London. It sits close to the Merton–Wandsworth boundary, near Garratt Lane and within easy reach of Tooting Bec Common.
Which council covers SW17 9JR?
SW17 9JR falls within the London Borough of Merton. The local authority provides services including planning, waste collection, parks and social care for residents of this postcode.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW17 9JR in?
SW17 9JR is in the Mitcham and Morden parliamentary constituency.
What are the schools like near SW17 9JR?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the SW17 9JR area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the Graveney ward like to live in?
Graveney is a predominantly residential ward with a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing. It is a diverse, well-connected community with good access to green spaces including Tooting Bec Common, a lively local food scene, and strong bus connections to central London.
What green spaces are near SW17 9JR?
Tooting Bec Common is the largest nearby green space, roughly half a mile away, offering woodland walks, sports pitches and the famous Tooting Bec Lido. Figge's Marsh and Garratt Park along the River Wandle are also within easy reach.
How do I get around from SW17 9JR without a car?
The area is well served by London buses on routes running along Garratt Lane and Mitcham Road, connecting to Tooting Broadway, Streatham, Colliers Wood and Wandsworth. The Wandle Trail and TfL Quietway 7 make cycling practical, and the flat terrain suits walking for local trips.
What is Tooting known for?
Tooting is famous for its diverse restaurant scene — especially along Upper Tooting Road — the historic Tooting Bec Lido (one of the UK's largest outdoor pools), and Tooting Market. It has a vibrant South Asian community and a strong sense of neighbourhood identity.
Nearby postcodes
Other postcodes near SW17 9JR:
Useful links
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