Southfields is a friendly residential neighbourhood in south-west London, sitting between Earlsfield and Wimbledon in the London Borough of Wandsworth. Built around its District line station in the years either side of 1900, it is best known for the Southfields Grid, a tight network of Edwardian terraced streets, and for having Wimbledon Park and the All England Lawn Tennis Club, on its doorstep. With a village-style high street, popular local schools and direct Tube trains into central London, it appeals to families, first-time buyers and commuters alike.

Why Move To Southfields?

Transport Links

Southfields station is on the District line in Zone 3, with direct trains to Earl's Court in around 15 minutes and Victoria in around 23 minutes, and on to Westminster and Embankment without changing lines. Wimbledon is just two stops and about six minutes in the other direction. The station has a lift, so is step-free from street to platform.

For mainline services, Earlsfield station is around 20 to 25 minutes' walk away, with trains to Waterloo in around 14 minutes. For live journey times, check TfL Journey Planner.

Green Space and Leisure

Green space is one of the area's biggest draws. Wimbledon Park, with its lake designed by Capability Brown, watersports centre, athletics track and tennis courts, borders the south of Southfields, while King George's Park runs north along the River Wandle towards Wandsworth. Both are within easy walking distance of most homes in the area.

Community Feel

Southfields has a settled, neighbourly character. Replingham Road and Wimbledon Park Road provide everyday shopping, independent cafés and a couple of well-used local pubs, and Southfields Library sits on Wimbledon Park Road. Each summer the area takes on a different energy as tennis fans arrive for the Championships, with the official queue held in Wimbledon Park.

Living in Southfields

Family-Friendly Environment

Families are drawn to Southfields by its quiet residential streets, its parks and its choice of schools. Several local primaries are within walking distance, including Sheringdale Primary and Ronald Ross Primary, both rated Outstanding by Ofsted in their most recent inspections, and St Cecilia’s Church of England School which is rated as Good. Wimbledon Park and King George's Park give children plenty of space to play, from adventure playgrounds to sports pitches, and the Wandle Trail offers traffic-free walking and cycling routes along the river.

Young Professionals & Commuters

For commuters, Southfields offers a direct Tube line into Kensington, Chelsea, Victoria and Westminster without the need to change lines. Many of the area's conversions and purpose-built flats are within a few minutes' walk of the station, which makes Southfields a popular choice for first-time buyers and renters working in central or west London.

Living in the London Borough of Wandsworth also helps household budgets. Wandsworth had the lowest average Band D council tax in England for 2026/27, according to GOV.UK figures, though the council has proposed a significant increase from April 2027, subject to a final vote in March 2027.

Housing Options

Southfields has a varied housing stock. At its heart is the ‘Grid’, around 1,750 houses, maisonettes and shops built between 1891 and 1906, most of them Edwardian red-brick terraces with bay windows. Many of the earliest homes were built as ‘half-houses’, purpose-built maisonettes with two front doors, which are still a feature of streets such as Astonville Street and Trentham Street.

Around Sutherland Grove, a designated conservation area, you will find larger 1920s and 1930s detached and semi-detached houses, while converted flats, mansion blocks and smaller new developments are spread throughout the area. Recent developments we have marketed include Granville Road and 16 Seymour Road.

Southfields Property Market and House Prices

Property Prices

According to Rightmove sold price data, homes in Southfields sold for an average of £769,287 over the past year. Prices were around 6% lower than the previous year and 8% below the 2022 peak, which may give buyers more room to negotiate. By property type, the averages were:

• Flats: £472,915, and flats made up the majority of sales

• Terraced houses: £1,123,951, a category that includes the Grid's Edwardian terraces

• Semi-detached houses: £1,243,312, with many found around Sutherland Grove

Prices vary considerably by street, size and condition, so for an accurate picture of what your home is worth, book a free property valuation with our local team.

Types of Properties

Southfields offers property to suit most buyers, including:

• Edwardian terraces: The classic Southfields home, with bay windows, period details and gardens, many of them since extended

• Maisonettes and flats: Including the Grid's original half-houses, conversions and purpose-built blocks close to the station

• Inter-war family homes: Larger 1920s and 1930s detached and semi-detached houses around the Sutherland Grove conservation area

• New builds: Smaller boutique developments of modern apartments, such as the share of freehold flats at Granville Road

Investment Opportunities

A direct Tube line into central London keeps rental demand strong in Southfields. In September 2026, the Office for National Statistics recorded average rents across Wandsworth of £2,640 a month, up 4.1% year-on-year, with one-bedroom homes averaging £1,943 and two-bedroom homes £2,469. Our landlord services team can advise on achievable rents for your property.

Southfields Transport Links

Underground

Southfields station sits on the Wimbledon branch of the District line, between East Putney and Wimbledon Park. Typical journey times are:

• Earl's Court: around 15 minutes

• South Kensington: around 18 to 21 minutes

• Victoria: around 23 minutes

• Westminster: around 26 minutes

• Wimbledon: around 6 minutes

Some trains terminate at Earl's Court, so you may occasionally need to change there.

National Rail

Southfields has no mainline station of its own, but Earlsfield station is around 20 to 25 minutes' walk away, with frequent trains to Waterloo in around 14 minutes. Wimbledon station, just six minutes away on the District line, adds South Western Railway, Thameslink and Tramlink services to your transport options.

Bus Routes and Cycling

Bus routes 39 (Putney Bridge to Clapham Junction) and 493 (Richmond to St George's Hospital, Tooting, via Wimbledon) stop at Southfields station, while the 156 (Wimbledon to Vauxhall) runs along Merton Road and through Wandsworth and Clapham Junction, with the N87 night bus also serving the area. For cyclists, the Wandle Trail follows the river through King George's Park towards the Thames at Wandsworth, and for drivers heading out of town, the A3 runs along the area's northern edge.

Things to Do in Southfields

Shopping and Retail

Day-to-day shopping is centred on Replingham Road and Wimbledon Park Road, with a Tesco Express and Boots on Replingham Road and an M&S Foodhall on Wimbledon Park Road, alongside independent shops and services. For a bigger shop, Wimbledon town centre is two stops away on the District line, and Southside Shopping Centre in Wandsworth is a short bus ride north.

Dining and Drinking

Southfields has a relaxed local food and drink scene. Some popular spots include:

• The Old Fields: A traditional pub on Replingham Road, a short walk from the station

• Pig & Whistle: A local pub on Merton Road on the eastern side of Southfields

• The Olive Garden Restaurant: Authentic Italian food popular with locals

• Franco Manca: Sourdough pizza on Wimbledon Park Road

• Gail's: The popular bakery and café on Wimbledon Park Road

• Dropshot Coffee: A local coffee shop with branches on Wimbledon Park Road and Revelstoke Road

Parks and Recreation

Wimbledon Park covers 27 hectares and includes a lake with an outdoor and watersports centre, an athletics track and bookable tennis courts, with entrances on Wimbledon Park Road and Revelstoke Road. The All England Lawn Tennis Club's plans to expand into the neighbouring former golf course are still going through the courts, so it is worth checking the latest position if this matters to you.

King George's Park, which opened in 1923 and was originally called Southfields Park, has tennis courts, a bowling green, a wildfowl lake, an adventure playground and sports fields, with the River Wandle running along its eastern edge.

Schools in Southfields

Local Schools

Southfields has a strong choice of state and independent schools within a short distance, which is one of the main reasons families move here. Admission criteria vary from school to school, so check the latest Wandsworth admissions criteria and allocation statistics before you buy.

Notable Schools

• Sheringdale Primary School: A community primary on Standen Road, rated Outstanding in every area at its November 2024 Ofsted inspection

• St Michael's CofE Primary School: A Church of England primary on Granville Road, rated Good by Ofsted

• Our Lady Queen of Heaven RC School: A Catholic primary on Victoria Drive, rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023

• Ronald Ross Primary School: A community primary on Beaumont Road, rated Outstanding in all areas in 2024

• Southfields Academy and Saint Cecilia's CofE School: Two co-ed secondary schools with sixth forms, both rated Good by Ofsted

• Independent schools: Nearby options include Willington School, Wimbledon High School and King’s College School Wimbledon in Wimbledon, Prospect House and Putney High School in Putney and Emanuel School on the edge of Wandsworth Common in Battersea.

Nearby Attractions

Wimbledon

The All England Lawn Tennis Club, home of the Championships, is around a 15-minute walk from Southfields station. Beyond the tennis, Wimbledon Village has boutiques, restaurants and access to Wimbledon Common, while Wimbledon town centre offers wider shopping and the New Wimbledon Theatre.

Putney

Putney's riverside, high street and Putney Heath are a short bus ride away, with rowing clubs, riverside pubs and walks along the Thames.

Earlsfield

Just east of Southfields, Earlsfield offers direct trains to Waterloo and a busy run of independent restaurants and bars along Garratt Lane. Read our Earlsfield area guide to find out more.

Wandsworth Town

To the north, Wandsworth town centre has Southside Shopping Centre, the Ram Quarter and the riverside. Our Wandsworth area guide covers the area in more detail.

Commute Times from Southfields

Source: TfL, National Rail

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southfields a nice place to live?

Yes. Southfields combines quiet Edwardian streets, a village-style high street and generous green space, with Wimbledon Park and King George's Park on the doorstep. Direct District line trains into central London and a strong choice of schools make it popular with families, first-time buyers and commuters.

Is Southfields safe?

Southfields is a residential area with a settled community, but as with anywhere in London it is sensible to stay aware of your surroundings. For up-to-date local crime data, visit Police.uk.

What are property prices in Southfields?

Homes in Southfields sold for an average of £769,287 over the past year, according to Rightmove. Flats averaged around £473,000, terraced houses around £1.12 million and semi-detached houses around £1.24 million.

How far is Southfields from central London?

Southfields is in Zone 3. District line trains reach Earl's Court in around 15 minutes, Victoria in around 23 minutes and Westminster in around 26 minutes, while nearby Earlsfield station has trains to Waterloo in around 14 minutes.

Which council covers Southfields?

Southfields is in the London Borough of Wandsworth, which had the lowest average Band D council tax in England for 2026/27, though the council has proposed a significant increase from April 2027, subject to a final vote in March 2027. Wimbledon Park is owned by Merton Council.

Are there good schools in Southfields?

Yes. Local primaries include Sheringdale, Ronald Ross and Our Lady Queen of Heaven, all rated Outstanding at their latest Ofsted inspections, along with St Michael's CofE Primary. Southfields Academy and Saint Cecilia's CofE School are the nearest secondary schools.

Where is your nearest office to Southfields?

Our Southfields estate agents work from our Earlsfield office at 370 Garratt Lane, SW18 4ES. You can browse property for sale in Southfields and property to rent in Southfields, or register with us to hear about new homes first.