Map & location
Overview
SW18 5JS falls within the Southfields ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, in the SW18 postcode district. The area is characterised by attractive Edwardian and Victorian terraced housing on quiet residential streets, and enjoys a strong community feel bolstered by independent cafés, local shops and green open spaces within easy walking distance.
Southfields is well regarded for its proximity to Wimbledon Park, the All England Lawn Tennis Club and the green corridors of Wandsworth Park along the Thames. The neighbourhood attracts families and young professionals who value its relatively calm streets, good schools and swift rail and Underground access into central London.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £817,500, around 27% above the wider SW18 district average of £644,500 (HM Land Registry, 700 recent sales).
Getting here
SW18 5JS benefits from excellent public-transport connectivity. The London Underground (District line) and National Rail services provide fast access to central London, with journey times to Victoria and Waterloo typically under 25 minutes. Several TfL bus routes serve the Southfields and Earlsfield corridors, linking the postcode to Wimbledon, Putney, Tooting and Wandsworth town centre. Cycling infrastructure includes quiet back-street routes connecting to the Wandle Trail and riverside paths. The area is walkable, with most local amenities reachable on foot.
What it's famous for
Southfields is perhaps best known internationally as the gateway neighbourhood for the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club at Wimbledon, with tens of thousands of tennis fans passing through each summer during The Championships. The area's Edwardian street grid — locally nicknamed the Southfields Grid — is celebrated for its architectural consistency and community atmosphere. Nearby Wandsworth Park offers riverside walks along the Thames, while Wimbledon Park provides open parkland, a lake and sports facilities popular year-round.
Services & facilities
Responsible for local planning, bins, housing and council tax
Local branch library on Augustus Road offering community services
Kerbside recycling and bulky-waste collections managed by Wandsworth
Branch post office serving the local residential community
Tourist attractions
Large public park with lake, tennis courts and sports pitches
~0.8 miWorld-famous venue hosting The Championships each July
~1.2 miRiverside Thames park with open lawns and children's play area
~1.1 miCluster of independent cafés, delis and boutiques on Replingham Road
~0.3 miWandsworth park with sports facilities and a paddling pool
~1.0 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW183HS · 01158 724425
~450 mSW185AE · 020 88755429
~500 mSW185DS · 020 88747113
~650 mPharmacies
SW185EE · 020 88701377
~350 mSW185EE · 02088 701377
~350 mSW185AE · 0208 7040582
~500 mDentists
SW183HS
~450 mSW185LT
~550 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Riversdale Primary School, is ~100 m away.
Community school
~100 mAcademy converter
~150 mCommunity school
~450 mAcademy sponsor led
~600 mVoluntary aided school
~650 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Concentration of independent food and coffee businesses on Replingham Road
Neighbourhood shops serving day-to-day needs along Merton Road
Yoga, Pilates and personal-training studios catering to local residents
Several residential estate agents active across the Southfields Grid
Gyms & leisure
Open parkland, lake and All England Club grounds nearby
~0.8 miLocal open space with casual sports and green amenity
~0.4 miRange of independent coffee shops and brunch spots
~0.3 miSeveral traditional and gastro pubs within the Southfields area
~0.3 miPublic tennis courts bookable within Wimbledon Park
~0.8 miService providers
FTTC and FTTP fibre broadband available across SW18
Cable broadband coverage in parts of the Southfields area
Good 4G/5G coverage from EE, O2, Vodafone and Three
Standard gas and electricity supply; smart meters widely available
Residential & community
Characteristic terraces forming the celebrated Southfields Grid street layout
Larger Victorian properties on wider roads near Wimbledon Park
Converted and purpose-built flats popular with young professionals
High rates of owner-occupation typical of Wandsworth residential streets
Strong rental market driven by proximity to central London transport
Transport
Train & Tube
Southfields Station
Southfields
Wimbledon Park
Wimbledon Park
East Putney
East Putney
Putney Bridge Station
Putney Bridge
Bus stops
Replingham Road / Merton Road
Buses towards Wimbledon, Putney, Earlsfield and Wandsworth
Southfields Station Stops
Local TfL bus connections around the Southfields Underground station
Cycle hire
Wandle Trail
Off-road cycling route following the River Wandle southward
Quiet Southfields Grid Routes
Low-traffic residential streets ideal for cycling across the grid
Putney Riverside Cycle Path
Riverside cycling and walking route along the Thames to Putney
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Wandsworth EV Charging
On-street EV charge points being rolled out across the borough
Defibrillators
Community Defibrillators
AED units registered with the national network at local community sites
Postboxes & Post Office
Southfields Post Office
Local branch for postal, banking and government services
Fuel stations
Nearest Petrol Station
Fuel available at nearby stations on Merton Road and Garratt Lane
Places of worship
Church of England parish church at the heart of Southfields
~0.3 miAnglican church serving the wider Wimbledon Park area
~0.9 miRoman Catholic parish serving south-west London communities
~1.1 miRange of faith communities accessible across the SW18 corridor
variesCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 22% below the national average (53.2 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
435 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 9 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 1,936.
Housing & utilities
Southfields has high owner-occupation rates typical of Wandsworth
Uniform Edwardian terraces give the area its distinctive character
Strong buyer and renter demand driven by schools and transport links
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Wimbledon Park and Wandsworth Park within easy walking distance
Generally good air quality for London; some road-corridor pollution on Merton Road
The Southfields Grid is notably calm compared to main arterial roads
Inland location means low surface-water and river flood risk for most addresses
FAQs
Where exactly is SW18 5JS?
SW18 5JS is located in the Southfields ward of the London Borough of Wandsworth, in south-west London, close to the border with Merton and within easy reach of Wimbledon Park.
Which council covers SW18 5JS?
The postcode falls within the London Borough of Wandsworth, which provides all local authority services including planning, recycling and council tax.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW18 5JS in?
SW18 5JS is in the Putney parliamentary constituency.
What is the Southfields area like to live in?
Southfields is a highly sought-after residential neighbourhood known for its handsome Edwardian terraced streets (the 'Southfields Grid'), good community spirit, independent shops on Replingham Road, excellent transport links and proximity to green spaces.
Are there good schools near SW18 5JS?
Several schools serve the area — see the Schools section above for the nearest, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What transport links are available from SW18 5JS?
The area has excellent public transport, including London Underground District line services and National Rail connections providing fast access to central London, supplemented by several TfL bus routes to Wimbledon, Putney and Wandsworth.
Is SW18 5JS near Wimbledon tennis?
Yes — the All England Lawn Tennis Club is approximately 1.2 miles away, and the neighbourhood becomes a hub for tennis fans during The Championships each summer.
What type of housing is found around SW18 5JS?
The area is dominated by attractive Edwardian and Victorian terraced houses forming the 'Southfields Grid', alongside a mix of converted and purpose-built flats popular with professionals and families.
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