Welcome to Balham

Balham is a vibrant and bustling area located in the London Borough of Wandsworth. It is situated in the south-west of London and is known for its lively atmosphere, excellent transport links, and diverse community. Balham has a rich history, dating back to the 18th century when it was a rural village. Today, it is a popular residential area with a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and bars.

One of the main attractions of Balham is its excellent transport links. The area is served by Balham station, which is on the Northern Line of the London Underground. There are also several bus routes that run through the area, providing easy access to other parts of London. Balham is also located close to the A3 and A24, making it easy to travel by car. This makes Balham an ideal location for commuters who work in central London.

Balham is a diverse and multicultural area, with a range of different communities living side by side. This has led to a vibrant and lively atmosphere, with a range of different cultural events and festivals taking place throughout the year. There are also several parks and green spaces in the area, including Tooting Bec Common and Wandsworth Common, which provide a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Overall, Balham is a fantastic place to live, work, and visit, with something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Ravenstone Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Francis O'kane	Ravenstone Street Balham London SW12 9SS 2086730594 School Website
Henry Cavendish Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Matthew Apsley	Hydethorpe Road Lambeth London Greater London SW12 0JA 02086733376 School Website
London Steiner School Other Independent School Ages:3-14 Head Teacher Mrs Nia Diop	9 Weir Road Lambeth Balham London Greater London SW12 0LT 02034173190 School Website
Trinity St Marys C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Lynn Anderson	6 Balham Park Road Wandsworth London Greater London SW12 8DR 02086734166 School Website
Chestnut Grove School Academy Converter Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr C Kingsley	Chestnut Grove Balham Balham Greater London SW12 8JZ 02086738737 School Website
Balham Nursery School And Childrens Centre La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Ms Emma Williams	72 Endlesham Road Balham Balham Greater London SW12 8JL 02086734055 School Website
Alderbrook Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Peter Weal	Oldridge Road Balham Balham Greater London SW12 8PP 02086734913 School Website
La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Dominic Malins	Atkins Road Lambeth London Greater London SW12 0AB 02086735644 School Website
St Bernadette Catholic Junior School Voluntary Aided School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ewa Ostrynska	Atkins Road Clapham Park Clapham Park Greater London SW12 0AB 02086732061 School Website
Hornsby House School Other Independent School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Edward Rees	Hearnville Road Wandsworth London Greater London SW12 8RS 02086737573 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Balham Balham Station Road, Balham, Greater London, SW12 9SG 0.13 Miles

Wandsworth Common Jaggard Way, Wandsworth, Greater London, SW12 8SG 0.62 Miles

Streatham Hill Streatham Hill, Streatham, Greater London, SW2 4SA 0.72 Miles

Streatham Streatham High Road, Streatham, Greater London, SW16 6HP 1.47 Miles

Earlsfield Garratt Lane, Earlsfield, Greater London, SW18 4SR 1.64 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Top Mini Cabs 020 8675 0124 7 Balham Station Rd, London, Greater London, SW12 9SG 0.16 Miles
T P Cars Ltd 020 8675 0124 7 Balham Station Rd, London, Greater London, SW12 9SG 0.16 Miles
Wandsworth Taxis 020 8333 2292 294 Cavendish Road, London, Greater London, SW12 0PL 0.16 Miles
Purple Express Cars 020 8333 2292 294 Cavendish Road, London, Greater London, SW12 0PL 0.16 Miles
Cavendish Express Cars 020 8673 7007 294 Cavendish Road, London, Greater London, SW12 0PL 0.16 Miles
Balham Airport Cars 0871 996 2120 92 Balham High Rd, London, Greater London, SW12 9AG 0.16 Miles
Area Cars 020 3617 1850 1 Balham New Rd, London, Greater London, SW12 9PH 0.20 Miles
9000 Cars 020 8673 9000 11 Chestnut Grove, London, Greater London, SW12 8JA 0.22 Miles
5000 Mini Cabs 020 8675 5000 175 Balham High Road, London, Greater London, SW12 9AY 0.24 Miles
Five Thousand Cars 020 8675 2000 175 Balham High Rd, London, Greater London, SW12 9AY 0.24 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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273 Cavendish Road Tso No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Opposite Church Building 146 Bedford Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Haverhill Road / Hydethorpe Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Byrne Road / Ryde Vale Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
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77 Oldridge Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Balham Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	120-124 Bedford Hill Balham London SW12 9HS
Balham Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	120-124 Bedford Hill Balham London SW12 9HS
Bedford Hill Family Practice 020 86731720	Bedford Hill Family Pract 120 Bedford Hill Balham London SW12 9HS
Balham Health Centre 020 86738268	Balham Health Centre 120 Bedford Hill Balham London SW12 9HS
Open Door Surgery 020 86731476	47 Boundaries Road Balham London SW12 8EU

Local Stores

London - Balham High Road
193 Balham High Road
Balham
London
Greater London
SW12 9BE
02086 731900
Store Website
0.28 miles

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SPAR Brocklesby
237 Warmsworth Road
Balby
Doncaster
DN4 0TP
01302 855217
Store Website
1.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Animal Choice
Veterinary Surgery 67 Upper Tooting Park London SW17 7SU 020 8672 2344 animalchoice@gmail.com 0.55 miles
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Streatham Hill Veterinary Surgery
101 Sternhold Avenue London SW2 4PF 020 8674 3525 0.73 miles

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Medivet Clapham
52 Abbeville Road Clapham London SW4 9NF 020 8772 9922 clapham@medivet.co.uk Website 0.85 miles
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The London Vet
176 Northcote Road London SW11 6RE hello@londonvet.co.uk Website 0.95 miles

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Westside Veterinary Clinic
2 Burland Road Battersea London SW11 6SA 020 7223 7003 theclinic@westsidevets.co.uk Website 1.05 miles

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South London Emergency &Amp; Referral Clinic
23 The High Parade Streatham High Road Streatham London SW16 1EX 020 8677 0976 Website 1.11 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Brixton Windmill
A Small Local Park, All Fenced Off Except The Access Gate Which Is Easily Pushed Closed If You Have A Dog Who Might Run Out Of It. London Lancashire 1.29 miles A Nicely Sized Park, With Lots Of Different Sized Friendly Dogs Playing. On Sunny Days People Might Be Sunbathing Or Picnicking But Dogs Are The Majority Of Visitors. (During Half Term, There May Be Kids Activities In The Park Between 9.30Am And 4Pm.) It'S All Fenced In, Though The Entrance Gate Doesn'T Close On Its Own. It'S Fine For Dog Owners To Close This Over If It Is Wide Open.

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Norwood Grove (Behind Streatham Common)
All Enclosed There Are 4 Fields And A Wooded Section For Dogs To Run Around. There’S A Concrete Path All The Way Through From The Top Of Streatham Common (And The Lovely Rookery Cafe), To The Other Side. There’S Water Fountain By The Rookery Cafe For Filling Water Bottles. 36 Streatham Common S London Lancashire SW16 3BX 1.95 miles

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Battersea Park
A Short, Circular Walk In Battersea Park. Battersea Park Is A Large Victorian Park, Built Between 1854 And 1870. It Has A Riverside Promenade, A Large Lake, And Many Notable Trees And Ecological Areas. Lancashire SW11 4BE 2.36 miles Battersea Park Is On The South Side Of The River Thames, Between Albert Bridge And Chelsea Bridge.

Peckham Rye Park And Common
Peckham Rye Park And Common Is Great. The Common Is Huge, Perfect For Chasing Pigeons - And The Park Has Wooded Areas As Well As A Duck Pond And An Ornamental Garden. There Are Always Lots Of Dogs Racing Around And Stopping For A Drink Of Water Outside The Spaceship Shaped Cafe On The Common Afterwards. If It's Raining The Garden's Cafe, Across The Street Opposite The Common, Is Dog-Friendly. 141 Peckham Rye London Lancashire SE15 3UL 3.84 miles

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Peckham Rye Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Hampstead Heath. Hampstead Heath Offers A Varied Collection Of Natural Habitats, Historical Features And Great Views. This Walking Route Lets You Explore These. Lancashire SE15 3UA 3.87 miles Located On The Southern Part Of The London Borough Of Southwark.

Blythe Hill Fields
I Lovely Park With Fantastic Views Over Central London And Kent. Quite Unspoiled. Some Long Grass And Plenty Of Sniffing Opportunities. Also Good For Running. Family Friendly With Kids Play Area. Blythe Hill Fields Blythe Hill Lane Lancashire 4.89 miles

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