Map & location
Overview
SW19 3TZ falls within the Abbey ward of Wimbledon in the London Borough of Merton. The area occupies the southern reaches of Wimbledon, blending leafy residential streets with convenient access to South Wimbledon and Morden town centre. Typical housing stock comprises a mix of Edwardian and inter-war terraced houses, along with purpose-built flats, making the locality popular with families and young professionals alike.
The postcode is well served by local shops and amenities along Kingston Road and the surrounding streets, and benefits from proximity to green spaces including Morden Park and Wimbledon Common. The area has strong transport connections into central London and outwards to Sutton and Kingston, and sits within the parliamentary constituency of Wimbledon.
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 3TZ is accessible by London Underground (Northern line) and National Rail services from nearby stations in the Wimbledon and South Wimbledon area. Numerous TfL bus routes serve Kingston Road and the surrounding streets, linking the postcode to Wimbledon town centre, Tooting, Morden and beyond. Cycling is feasible along quieter residential streets, and the area falls within the London Oyster card zone, making day-to-day travel straightforward.
What it's famous for
Wimbledon is globally recognised for the Wimbledon Championships, the world's oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament, held annually at the All England Lawn Tennis Club just to the north. The broader SW19 area is also celebrated for Wimbledon Common, one of London's largest areas of open heathland, and for its distinctive village character centred on Wimbledon Village. The Abbey ward itself is noted for its community feel, proximity to Merton Abbey Mills — a historic arts and crafts market on the banks of the River Wandle — and easy access to Morden Hall Park, a National Trust property.
Services & facilities
London Borough of Merton provides housing, planning and waste services
Weekly recycling and fortnightly general waste collections
Nearest major branch library, approximately 1.2 km south
Counter services for parcels, banking and government documents
Tourist attractions
National Trust wetland and meadow park along the River Wandle
~1.0 kmHistoric watermill complex with weekend craft market and eateries
~0.8 kmExpansive heathland with walking and horse-riding trails
~2.5 kmHome ground of AFC Wimbledon Football Club
~1.2 kmMuseum and tour at the All England Lawn Tennis Club
~2.8 kmLarge municipal park with sports pitches and open grassland
~1.5 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
SW193DA · 020 85400585
~550 mSW193DA · 0333 0047555
~550 mSW193DA · 02085 400585
~550 mPharmacies
SW193DA · 020 85408333
~550 mSW193DA · 02085 408333
~550 mCR43PR · 020 86480429
~550 mDentists
SW193DA
~550 mSM45BQ
~700 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Park Academy, is ~250 m away.
Free schools
~250 mCommunity school
~500 mFree schools
~500 mCommunity school
~650 mCommunity school
~850 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Local convenience shops, cafés and services along Kingston Road
Creative and artisan businesses in a historic riverside setting
Several independent cafés and public houses within easy walking distance
Several independent motor trade businesses on nearby industrial roads
Gyms & leisure
River walks, rose garden and National Trust café
~1.0 kmCommunity sports pitches and outdoor facilities
~0.9 kmLeague football matchdays at Wimbledon's new community stadium
~1.2 kmSeveral traditional pubs along Kingston Road and side streets
~0.3 kmHeathland walks, cycling and the famous windmill
~2.5 kmService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband available across most of the postcode
Cable broadband available on many streets in this area
Good 4G/5G coverage from EE, O2, Three and Vodafone
Water and sewerage services provider for SW19
Residential & community
Typical late Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses on residential streets
1930s semi-detached houses common towards the Morden boundary
Blocks of flats from various periods, many on Kingston Road corridor
Blend of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing stock
Transport
Train & Tube
Morden Road Tram Stop
Merton Park
South Wimbledon Underground Station
South Wimbledon
Phipps Bridge Tram Stop
Morden
Morden Underground Station
Morden
Bus stops
Kingston Road / South Wimbledon
Frequent TfL bus services northward to Wimbledon and south to Morden
Kingston Road stops
Additional routes linking Tooting, Sutton and Colliers Wood
Cycle hire
Quietway 3 / Cycle Routes
Signed cycle routes connect the area to Wimbledon and Colliers Wood
TfL Santander Cycles
Nearest docking stations are in the Wimbledon and Colliers Wood area
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Morden Underground Station Car Park
TfL-operated EV charge points available at Morden station
Defibrillators
Registered Defibrillators
Several community AEDs registered with St John Ambulance in the ward
Postboxes & Post Office
Kingston Road Post Office
Full counter services including parcels and passport checking
Fuel stations
Local Petrol Stations
Forecourts on Kingston Road and near Morden town centre
Places of worship
Victorian parish church serving the local C of E community
~0.7 kmCatholic parish church north of the postcode
~1.8 kmLocal mosque serving the Muslim community in the borough
~1.5 kmOne of the UK's largest Hindu temples, in Wimbledon
~2.0 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 12% below the national average (59.8 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
410 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 1,838.
Housing & utilities
Most streets feature Victorian-to-1930s terraced and semi-detached homes
A mix of houses and flatted conversions typical of inner south London
Many residential streets retain mature trees and front gardens
Air quality & noise
Air quality broadly within London average; Kingston Road sees some traffic
Parts of the ward near the Wandle have some surface-water flood risk
Morden Hall Park and Wimbledon Common within cycling distance
Ambient road noise from Kingston Road; quieter on side streets
FAQs
Where is SW19 3TZ?
SW19 3TZ is located in the Abbey ward of Wimbledon, in the London Borough of Merton, south-west London. It sits roughly midway between Wimbledon town centre and Morden, close to Kingston Road.
Which council is responsible for SW19 3TZ?
SW19 3TZ falls within the London Borough of Merton. Merton Council provides local services including planning, waste collection, libraries and housing.
Which parliamentary constituency is SW19 3TZ in?
SW19 3TZ is in the Wimbledon parliamentary constituency.
What is the Abbey ward like in Wimbledon?
Abbey ward is a well-established residential neighbourhood with a mix of Edwardian and 1930s housing. It has good local amenities along Kingston Road, easy access to parks such as Morden Hall Park, and strong transport links into central London.
What schools are near SW19 3TZ?
Several schools serve this area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
How do I get to SW19 3TZ by public transport?
The area is well served by TfL buses along Kingston Road (including routes 57, 131, 200 and 93), and nearby Underground and National Rail stations on the Northern line and National Rail provide fast links to central London.
What green spaces are near SW19 3TZ?
Morden Hall Park (a National Trust property along the River Wandle) is approximately 1 km away, Wimbledon Common is about 2.5 km, and Morden Park is around 1.5 km — all easily reachable on foot or by bike.
Is SW19 3TZ a safe area?
Abbey ward in Merton has broadly average crime levels for south-west London. Vehicle crime and general theft are at medium levels, while burglary and anti-social behaviour are relatively low. As in any urban area, normal vigilance is advisable.
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