Map & location
Overview
SW19 2BH falls within the Colliers Wood ward of the London Borough of Merton, a neighbourhood that bridges the bustle of Tooting to the north and the leafier residential streets of Wimbledon to the south-west. The area centres on the Colliers Wood High Street corridor, offering a practical mix of independent shops, supermarkets, cafés and local services within easy walking distance.
The postcode sits within a predominantly residential quarter of terraced and semi-detached Victorian and Edwardian housing, with pockets of newer apartment development. Colliers Wood's proximity to the River Wandle and the Wandle Trail greenway gives residents access to pleasant riverside walking and cycling routes, while good bus connections and the nearby Underground ensure strong links to central London and the wider borough.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £453,000, around 37% below the wider SW19 district average of £716,756 (HM Land Registry, 637 recent sales).
Getting here
Colliers Wood is served by the Northern line Underground, making central London reachable in under 30 minutes. Several bus routes pass through the High Street and surrounding roads, connecting the area to Wimbledon, Tooting, Streatham, Croydon and beyond. The A24 (Colliers Wood High Street) is the main arterial road, with the A238 providing further connections eastward. Cycling is popular along the flat Wandle Trail, which runs close to the postcode and links south towards Croydon and north towards Earlsfield.
What it's famous for
Colliers Wood takes its name from a medieval wood where charcoal was once produced, and the area retains hints of this heritage along the banks of the River Wandle. The Wandle Trail — a popular walking and cycling route — passes close by, following the course of one of London's most historically significant industrial rivers, once home to dozens of mills. The area is also close to Merton Abbey Mills, a craft and market village built on the site of the former Liberty fabric printing works, which holds a weekend market and houses independent studios and eateries.
Services & facilities
Local authority providing housing, planning and waste services
Public library on Cavendish Road offering books and digital services
Main council offices in Morden handling resident services
Kerbside collection and bulky waste booking via Merton Council
Tourist attractions
Historic craft village and weekend market on the Wandle
~0.5 miRiverside walking and cycling path along the River Wandle
~0.3 miLocal park with open space and sports facilities
~0.4 miRemains of a 12th-century Augustinian priory, a Scheduled Monument
~0.5 miBusy retail strip with supermarkets and independent shops
~0.2 miExtensive parkland and wetland reserve along the Wandle
~1.1 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
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~450 mSW191DG · 020 85459620
~450 mSW191DG · 02085 459620
~450 mPharmacies
SW192HR · 02085 423221
~150 mSW191DD · 02085 436547
~300 mSW191DG · 020 85423713
~450 mDentists
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~450 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Singlegate Primary School, is ~200 m away.
Community school
~200 mVoluntary aided school
~250 mFree schools
~700 mCommunity school
~750 mCommunity school
~900 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Mix of national chains and independent retailers along the A24
Light industrial and trade units near the Wandle corridor
Independent eateries and takeaways clustered around the High Street
Independent craft studios, galleries and makers at the historic mill site
Gyms & leisure
Outdoor pitches and recreational facilities nearby
~0.6 miPopular off-road route for leisure cycling and riverside walks
~0.3 miSeveral traditional pubs and bars along Colliers Wood High Street
~0.2 miWeekend arts, crafts and food market in historic surroundings
~0.5 miSwimming pool, gym and sports facilities in nearby Wimbledon
~1.5 miService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband available across most of Colliers Wood
Cable broadband and TV services available in the area
Good 4G/5G coverage from EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three
Water and sewerage supplier for the SW19 area
Electricity distribution network operator for south London
Residential & community
Characteristic two- and three-bedroom terraced houses on residential streets
Larger semi-detached properties common on quieter side roads
Newer apartment blocks and conversions popular with commuters
Area has a healthy mix of owner-occupiers and private renters
Ongoing mixed-use development near the High Street and Wandle corridor
Transport
Train & Tube
Colliers Wood Station
Colliers Wood
South Wimbledon Underground Station
South Wimbledon
Haydons Road Rail Station
South Wimbledon
Tooting Station
Tooting
Bus stops
Colliers Wood High Street stops
Multiple stops along the A24 serving central and outer routes
Cavendish Road area stops
Local stops serving residential streets east and west of High Street
Cycle hire
Wandle Trail Access
Off-road riverside path heading north to Earlsfield and south to Croydon
Sustrans Route 20
National Cycle Network route running through the Wandle Valley
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Colliers Wood High Street EV Points
On-street and car-park electric vehicle charging in the High Street area
Defibrillators
Colliers Wood Underground Station
Defibrillator available at the station entrance
Postboxes & Post Office
Colliers Wood Post Office
Full-service post office on Colliers Wood High Street
Fuel stations
Tesco Petrol Station
Supermarket fuel forecourt on Colliers Wood High Street
Places of worship
Historic parish church dating to the 12th century, near Merton Park
~0.9 miAnglican parish church serving the Colliers Wood community
~0.4 miActive Baptist congregation with community programmes
~0.3 miMosque and community centre serving the borough's Muslim community
~1.0 miTraditional Hindu temple in nearby Wimbledon
~1.5 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 109% above the national average (142.5 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
669 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
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,481.
Housing & utilities
Victorian and Edwardian terraces make up the bulk of the residential stock
Owner-occupation and private renting both common; some social housing present
Ongoing demand driven by Tube access and improving local amenities
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Accessible riverside greenway offering wildlife habitat and leisure routes
Elevated road traffic means air quality along the High Street is monitored closely
Low-lying areas near the river carry some surface-water flood risk
Public park providing green relief within the built-up residential area
FAQs
Where exactly is the postcode SW19 2BH?
SW19 2BH is located in Colliers Wood, in the London Borough of Merton, south-west London. It sits roughly half a mile south of Tooting and about a mile north-east of Wimbledon town centre, near the River Wandle.
Which council covers SW19 2BH?
SW19 2BH falls within the London Borough of Merton. The ward is Colliers Wood, and council services including planning, waste and housing are managed from Merton Civic Centre in Morden.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW19 2BH in?
SW19 2BH is in the Mitcham and Morden parliamentary constituency.
What is Colliers Wood like to live in?
Colliers Wood is a lively, diverse south London neighbourhood with good transport links, a busy High Street and access to the Wandle Trail for outdoor leisure. It suits commuters and families alike, with a mix of Victorian terraces, flats and newer developments.
What schools are near SW19 2BH?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the Colliers Wood area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the nearest Underground station to SW19 2BH?
Colliers Wood is served by the Northern line, placing the area on Zone 3 of the London Underground network with journeys to central London taking approximately 30 minutes.
What green spaces are near SW19 2BH?
The Wandle Trail runs close to the postcode, offering riverside walking and cycling. Morden Hall Park (National Trust) is about a mile to the south, and Colliers Wood Recreation Ground is within easy walking distance.
Is SW19 2BH in a flood risk area?
The River Wandle runs nearby and low-lying parts of Colliers Wood carry some surface-water flood risk. Residents can check their specific flood risk using the Environment Agency's online flood map tool.
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Useful links
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