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South Balham

England / London / Wandsworth / South Balham

About

South Balham ward is located in the London Borough of Wandsworth, covering a residential area known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian architecture. The ward includes parts of Balham High Road, a busy thoroughfare with shops, cafes, and transport links. Tooting Bec Common, a large green space, lies to the east, offering recreational facilities and walking paths.

The area is well-connected, with Balham station providing National Rail and Northern Line services. Local schools and community centres serve the ward’s population, which includes families and young professionals. Housing ranges from period homes to modern flats, with a focus on suburban living close to central London. The ward maintains a balance between residential quiet and urban convenience.

Area overview

On average South Balham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Balham is £77,306 per year. There are 3 schools in South Balham: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

9/10

Social housing

16.8%

Connectivity

7/10

Area Profile

South Balham Population

9,830

Population density

6,420.5 per km²

Demographics

British

5,904

60.04%

Other White

1,194

12.14%

Caribbean

330

3.36%

Irish

327

3.33%

African

313

3.18%

Total population: 9,833

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,582

35.74%

Owns with a mortgage

1,180

26.66%

Owns outright

725

16.38%

Other social rented

666

15.05%

Social rents from council

173

3.91%

Total households: 4,426

Property prices in South Balham

Based on 143 recent sales, the median property price is £615,000 in South Balham area, with individual transactions ranging from £170,310 up to £4,200,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	116	£575,000	£324,250	£446,500	£664,000	£862,500
Semi-Detached	5	£1,660,000	£1,315,000	£1,475,000	£1,800,000	£2,200,000
Terraced	22	£1,350,000	£414,681	£710,000	£1,807,500	£3,360,000

10 years price trend in South Balham

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail