Welcome to Balham
Tucked away in the heart of south London, Balham is a leafy neighbourhood known for its beautiful homes and outstanding green spaces, offering a village-like feel just 20 minutes from London Waterloo.
Originally a farming settlement, it changed dramatically in the 1850s with the arrival of the railway, quickly becoming a commuter suburb. Since then, it has become a sought after cosmopolitan area, popular with young families for its schools and professionals seeking a quieter life away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Property in Balham
Homes in the area are period and Arts and Crafts style, with a range of red-brick mansion blocks, Edwardian townhouses and magnificent Victorian villas. Nowadays, these properties sit alongside Art Deco blocks like Du Cane Court, as well as modern developments with on-site amenities.
The Heaver Estate is known for its double-fronted residences overlooking Tooting Common, while Abbeville Village is renowned for its stylish independent boutiques and cafés set along tree-lined streets.
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A prime example of the arts and culture south London has to offer, there are a number of galleries, markets and independent venues for locals to enjoy. The Exhibit is a pub set over three floors, with an on-site boutique cinema, live music and outdoor terraces. The Bedford hosts the annual Comedy Festival, while Hildreth Street’s long-running market, in operation since the 1950s, sells fresh produce, clothes and flowers.
Dining options are endless, offering a wide variety of cuisines. Brunch restaurant Milk is renowned across London for its “Convict”, an English muffin stacked with English breakfast favourites and topped with their house-made sauce. For those with a sweet tooth, Jefferson’s on the High Road makes artisan ice cream in small batches each day to ensure it is perfect. If you prefer a more sophisticated evening outing, The Wine Tasting Shop has over 300 bottles from around the world, with in-house experts to help you choose the right one.
Green Spaces in Balham
Balham is positioned between four major south London commons. Clapham Common to the north has sports pitches and a fishing lake, and hosts a number of summer music festivals. To the west, Wandsworth Common is ideal for wildlife watching, having been named a site of importance for conservation. The two Tooting Commons to the south and east offer tennis courts and nature trails, with the historic Tooting Bec Lido situated on the Streatham side.
Balham Transport Links
Located in Zone 3, transport connections here are excellent. The Underground station provides easy access to both branches of the Northern line, reaching Bank and London Waterloo in 20 minutes. Victoria is just a 16 minute journey away via the mainline rail station’s direct services. Cycle Superhighway 7 also runs through the neighbourhood, linking it with Clapham Junction, Brixton, and Battersea Park.
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