Map & location
Overview
SW19 3HX is located in the Abbey ward of Wimbledon, within the London Borough of Merton. The area sits to the south-west of Wimbledon town centre, characterised by largely residential streets of Edwardian and inter-war terraced and semi-detached housing. Nearby thoroughfares include Morden Road and the streets feeding off it, with South Wimbledon and Colliers Wood within easy reach to the east and north-east respectively.
The surrounding neighbourhood is popular with families and commuters seeking relatively good value within Zone 3–4 of London's transport network. Local amenities, green spaces, and good transport links make this part of Merton a practical and well-regarded place to live. The River Wandle runs not far to the east, offering riverside walks through the Wandle Trail.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £780,000, around 9% above the wider SW19 district average of £716,756 (HM Land Registry, 475 recent sales).
Getting here
SW19 3HX is well served by London Underground and bus connections. Morden Road and the nearby A238 corridor provide easy access by car towards Wimbledon town centre to the north and Morden to the south. Several bus routes operate along Morden Road, linking residents directly to Wimbledon, Morden, Tooting and Colliers Wood. Cycling is practical on relatively flat roads, and the Wandle Trail offers a traffic-free route towards Wandsworth and beyond. The area falls within the London Borough of Merton, which operates a network of controlled parking zones on surrounding streets.
What it's famous for
Wimbledon is internationally recognised as the home of the Wimbledon Championships, the world's oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament, held annually at the All England Lawn Tennis Club. The broader SW19 postcode area carries global name recognition because of this association. More locally, Abbey ward borders the historic Merton Priory site — the medieval Augustinian priory where Thomas Becket once studied — remains of which are preserved near Colliers Wood. The Wandle Trail, tracing the River Wandle from Croydon to the Thames at Wandsworth, runs nearby and reflects the area's industrial heritage in flour milling and textile printing.
Services & facilities
Local authority providing housing, waste, planning and social services
Fortnightly recycling and weekly refuse collections for residents
Nearest libraries in Wimbledon and Morden town centres
Applications and consultations for Abbey ward and wider borough
Tourist attractions
Scenic riverside walking and cycling route through south London
~0.4 miMedieval remains of Augustinian priory, a scheduled monument
~0.9 miHistoric water mill estate with meadows and riverside walks
~0.9 miShopping, dining and entertainment hub of south-west London
~1.1 miHome of the world-famous Wimbledon Championships
~2.0 miParks and green corridors in the adjoining Colliers Wood area
~0.5 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW191DG · 020 85459620
~450 mSW191DG · 02085 459620
~450 mCR43PR · 020 86483234
~700 mPharmacies
SW191DG · 020 85423713
~450 mSW191DD · 02085 436547
~600 mCR43PR · 020 86480429
~700 mDentists
SW191BA
~450 mSW191DG
~450 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Harris Academy Wimbledon, is ~200 m away.
Free schools
~200 mCommunity school
~250 mFree schools
~550 mCommunity school
~750 mCommunity school
~800 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Small independent retailers and convenience stores on the main road
Mix of cafés, takeaways and restaurants serving the local community
Many residents run small professional practices from residential addresses
Larger retail and trade units a short distance to the north-east
Gyms & leisure
Popular traffic-free walking and cycling trail along the river
~0.4 miSwimming pool, gym and sports hall in Wimbledon town centre
~1.2 miNational Trust parkland ideal for picnics and family outings
~0.9 miWell-regarded children's theatre in central Wimbledon
~1.1 miLocal football and sports facilities in the neighbouring ward
~0.6 miService providers
FTTP and FTTC broadband infrastructure available in the area
Cable broadband coverage likely in parts of this postcode
Electricity distribution network operator for south-east England
Water and sewerage services provider for Merton
Residential & community
Dominant housing type; typically two- and three-bedroom terraces
1920s–1940s semis common on surrounding residential streets
Strong rental demand from commuters and young families
Occasional infill developments; street character broadly preserved
Transport
Train & Tube
South Wimbledon Underground Station
South Wimbledon
Morden Road Tram Stop
Merton Park
Merton Park Tram Stop
Merton
Colliers Wood Station
Colliers Wood
Bus stops
Morden Road stops
Frequent buses along Morden Road towards Wimbledon and Morden
Colliers Wood / High Street stops
Additional routes connecting to Tooting, Streatham and Croydon
Cycle hire
Wandle Trail (NCN Route 20)
National Cycle Network route following the River Wandle southward
Santander Cycles docking stations
Hire bikes available at several docking points near Wimbledon centre
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Morden Road On-street EV Chargers
Merton Council EV charge points on nearby residential streets
Defibrillators
Community Defibrillators
AEDs registered with St John Ambulance at local community buildings
Postboxes & Post Office
Local Post Boxes
Royal Mail collection points on Morden Road and side streets
Fuel stations
Nearby Petrol Stations
Fuel stations accessible on Morden Road and the A238 corridor
Places of worship
Church of England parish church serving the local Abbey ward area
~0.4 miRoman Catholic church in Wimbledon, serving south Merton
~1.0 miLocal Muslim place of worship in the wider Wimbledon area
~1.2 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 20% above the national average (81.4 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
474 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 3 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the more deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,867.
Housing & utilities
Most homes in Abbey ward are owner-occupied or privately rented
Period terraces form the backbone of the local housing market
Proximity to transport links sustains consistent lettings market
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Generally moderate; better than central London but near busy roads
Morden Road generates some traffic noise; side streets quieter
Good access to Morden Hall Park and the Wandle Trail corridor
Low to moderate risk; River Wandle nearby but well managed
FAQs
Where exactly is the postcode SW19 3HX?
SW19 3HX is in the Abbey ward of Wimbledon, within the London Borough of Merton, in south-west London. It sits close to Morden Road, between Wimbledon town centre to the north and Morden to the south.
Which council area does SW19 3HX fall under?
SW19 3HX is administered by the London Borough of Merton. Council tax, planning applications, waste collection and local services are all handled by Merton Council.
Which parliamentary constituency covers SW19 3HX?
SW19 3HX falls within the Wimbledon parliamentary constituency.
What is the Abbey ward like to live in?
Abbey ward is a settled, predominantly residential area popular with families and commuters. It offers a mix of period housing, reasonable green space access via the Wandle Trail and Morden Hall Park, and good bus links into Wimbledon and Morden.
Are there schools near SW19 3HX?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the Abbey ward area — see the Schools section on this page for the nearest options with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What transport links are available from SW19 3HX?
The area is served by several bus routes along Morden Road. Underground and rail connections are accessible nearby, and the Wandle Trail provides a traffic-free cycling route. See the Transport section for full details.
What is SW19 3HX well known for?
The SW19 postcode is globally famous for the Wimbledon Championships. Locally, the Abbey ward area is notable for its proximity to the Merton Priory heritage site and the riverside Wandle Trail.
What types of housing are found in SW19 3HX?
The area is characterised mainly by Edwardian terraced and inter-war semi-detached houses. There is a mix of owner-occupied and privately rented properties, with strong demand from families and commuters.
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