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About Upper Tooting
Upper Tooting is a residential area located in the London Borough of Wandsworth, within Greater London. It is situated in the SW17 postcode area and offers a mix of housing options, including Victorian and Edwardian homes. The area is primarily residential, catering to families and professionals alike. Local amenities include shops, cafes, and parks, providing residents with essential services and green spaces for leisure activities.
Transport links are convenient, with several bus routes serving the area and the nearby Tooting Broadway Underground Station offering access to the Northern Line. This makes commuting to central London relatively easy. Upper Tooting also has a selection of schools, making it a suitable location for families with children. Overall, it is a practical area with a community feel, providing the necessary facilities for everyday living.
School Ratings in Upper Tooting
There are 700 schools in and around Upper Tooting. St Anselm's Catholic Primary School, Paddock School and Graveney School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Upper Tooting
The average property price is £711K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £492K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Upper Tooting
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Upper Tooting, with 419 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Upper Tooting
Upper Tooting sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Upper Tooting
There are 166 GP surgeries within three miles of Upper Tooting, the nearest being Tooting Bec Surgery (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Upper Tooting
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Property Prices 8,469 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SW17 postcode area.
Household Income in Upper Tooting ONS 2023
The average total household income in Upper Tooting is approximately £81,917 a year before tax, 48% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £56,586. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £56,586.
Businesses in Upper Tooting ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,710 active businesses based in Upper Tooting, around 42 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Upper Tooting IMD 2025
Upper Tooting sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Upper Tooting 1,776 crimes · May 2026
Upper Tooting sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Upper Tooting
Of the 26,561 households in and around Upper Tooting, 45% are owned, 17% are socially rented and 38% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Upper Tooting.