Map & location
Overview
SW19 2TY is located in Colliers Wood, a bustling inner-south-west London neighbourhood within the London Borough of Merton. The area sits between Wimbledon to the north-west and Tooting to the north-east, centred near the High Street and the retail district anchored by the large Tandem Centre shopping complex. The River Wandle runs along the eastern fringe, lending the area its industrial heritage and now forming part of the Wandle Trail walking and cycling route.
Colliers Wood is a diverse, well-connected community with a mix of Victorian terraced streets, post-war estates and newer residential developments. Local amenities are plentiful along Colliers Wood High Street and Merton High Street, making it a practical base for both families and young professionals. Neighbouring areas include Merton Abbey Mills to the east, South Wimbledon to the west, and Mitcham to the south.
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 well served by London Underground services on the Northern line, placing central London within easy reach. Several bus routes run through Colliers Wood High Street connecting the area to Tooting, Wimbledon, Mitcham and Morden. The Wandle Trail provides a pleasant off-road cycling and walking corridor heading south towards Morden and north towards Wandsworth. The nearby A24 (Colliers Wood High Street) offers straightforward road access towards central London and the M25 to the south.
What it's famous for
Colliers Wood takes its name from the ancient woodland that once covered this part of Surrey. The area is best known today for the Merton Abbey Mills artisan market and arts complex — a surviving fragment of the historic printworks on the River Wandle where William Morris ran his famous textile workshops in the 1880s. The Wandle Trail passes nearby, celebrating the river's industrial past and its remarkable ecological revival. The large Tandem Centre retail park on the High Street is a major local landmark.
Services & facilities
Large retail park on Colliers Wood High Street with major stores
Waste, planning and housing services for Merton residents
Public library on Cavendish Road serving local residents
Post Office counter services on Colliers Wood High Street
Local venue for events, classes and community activities
Tourist attractions
Historic artisan market and arts complex on the River Wandle
~0.5 miRiverside nature reserve along the Wandle, popular for walks
~0.4 miLong-distance riverside walking and cycling route
~0.3 miMajor retail complex including supermarket and leisure facilities
~0.2 miOpen green space with sports facilities near South Wimbledon
~0.8 miCommunity farm with animals and educational activities at Merton
~0.7 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
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~650 mCR43PR · 020 86483234
~750 mPharmacies
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~50 mSW191DD · 02085 436547
~350 mSW192HR · 02085 423221
~500 mDentists
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Schools & universities
The nearest school, Singlegate Primary School, is ~450 m away.
Community school
~450 mCommunity school
~600 mCommunity school
~700 mVoluntary aided school
~700 mFree schools
~700 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Anchored by major national retailers serving south-west London
Independent craft studios, galleries and market stalls
Range of cafés, restaurants and independent shops
Light industrial and warehouse units near the Wandle corridor
Small office and co-working spaces serving the SW19 area
Gyms & leisure
Multiplex cinema a short bus ride towards Wimbledon town centre
~1.2 miFitness centre with gym and pool near Wimbledon
~1.3 miPeaceful riverside walks and wildlife spotting
~0.4 miWeekend craft market with food, art and antiques
~0.5 miLocal amateur football club playing in south London leagues
~0.6 miService providers
Fibre and FTTC broadband infrastructure across SW19
Cable broadband available in parts of Colliers Wood
All major mobile networks provide 4G/5G coverage in the area
Electricity and gas supply via standard national providers
Water and sewerage services for the London Borough of Merton
Residential & community
Period terraced streets typical of late 19th-century suburban Merton
Mid-20th-century estates providing affordable family homes
Contemporary flat conversions and new-build blocks near the High Street
Strong mix of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing
Ongoing development along the Wandle corridor improving housing stock
Transport
Train & Tube
Colliers Wood Station
Colliers Wood
South Wimbledon Underground Station
South Wimbledon
Phipps Bridge Tram Stop
Morden
Morden Road Tram Stop
Merton Park
Bus stops
Colliers Wood High Street stops
Frequent services towards Tooting Broadway, Wimbledon and Mitcham
Merton High Street
Additional routes connecting to Morden, Streatham and Clapham
Cycle hire
Wandle Trail Cycle Route
Off-road riverside route heading to Wandsworth and Morden
Santander Cycles docking
Hire-bike docking stations at Colliers Wood and nearby streets
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Tandem Centre Car Park EV Points
Public EV charging bays in the Tandem Centre retail car park
Merton Council On-Street Chargers
Council-installed lamp-column chargers on residential streets
Defibrillators
Colliers Wood Tube Station
AED defibrillator available at the station entrance
Tandem Centre
Publicly accessible defibrillator within the retail complex
Postboxes & Post Office
Colliers Wood Post Office
Full counter services on Colliers Wood High Street
Fuel stations
Tesco Petrol Station (Colliers Wood)
Forecourt fuel station adjacent to the superstore
Places of worship
Historic 12th-century parish church in Merton village
~0.7 miLocal Anglican church serving the Colliers Wood community
~0.3 miCatholic parish church on Merton High Street
~0.4 miMosque and community centre serving local Muslim residents
~0.6 miAccessible via nearby bus routes from Colliers Wood
~2.0 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 183% above the national average (192.4 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
603 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 1,518.
Housing & utilities
Significant proportion of both private rented and owner-occupied homes
Much of the local street pattern dates from 1880–1914
New-build flats emerging along the Wandle and High Street corridor
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Restored chalk river with wildlife, accessible as a linear park
The busy High Street contributes to localised air quality concerns
Some streets near the river carry a low-to-medium flood risk rating
Moderate traffic and commercial activity noise along the main road
FAQs
Where exactly is SW19 2TY?
SW19 2TY is in Colliers Wood, in the London Borough of Merton, south-west London. It falls within the Colliers Wood ward, close to the High Street and the River Wandle, and sits between South Wimbledon to the west and Tooting to the north-east.
Which council is responsible for SW19 2TY?
SW19 2TY falls under the London Borough of Merton. The council provides local services including waste collection, planning, and housing support.
Which parliamentary constituency covers SW19 2TY?
SW19 2TY is in the Mitcham and Morden parliamentary constituency.
What is Colliers Wood like as a place to live?
Colliers Wood is a diverse, well-connected area with a mix of Victorian terraces, post-war estates and newer flats. The High Street offers good shopping and transport links, while the River Wandle corridor provides green open space. It is popular with young professionals and families.
Are there good schools near SW19 2TY?
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 transport links are available near SW19 2TY?
Colliers Wood has strong public transport links, including London Underground services on the Northern line and multiple bus routes connecting to Wimbledon, Tooting, Mitcham and Morden. The Wandle Trail also provides a safe cycling and walking corridor.
What is the River Wandle and is it near SW19 2TY?
The River Wandle is a chalk tributary of the Thames that flows through Colliers Wood, just east of SW19 2TY. It has been ecologically restored and now forms the Wandle Trail, a popular route for walking and cycling. Merton Abbey Mills, a historic arts and craft market, sits on its banks.
What amenities and shops are near SW19 2TY?
Colliers Wood High Street is within easy reach and includes the Tandem Centre retail park with a large supermarket, national retailers, cafés and restaurants. The nearby Merton Abbey Mills market offers independent crafts, food and arts at weekends.
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