Introduction to Balham
Balham is a charming neighbourhood in South London, England. Balham is largely in the Wandsworth borough of London. The population of the area is currently believed to be approximately 15,000 people.
Introduction to Tooting
Tooting is a well-known neighbourhood in South London, England. Tooting is located in the Wandsworth borough of London. The population of the area is currently believed to be approximately 16,000 people.
Is Balham cheaper than Tooting?
No – for the most part, Balham is not cheaper than Tooting.
A general rule of thumb is that the further away from central London a location is, the cheaper the property and rental prices will be.
As a result of this, Balham rental and property prices are not cheaper than Tooting.
Is Balham near Tooting?
Balham and Tooting are two South London boroughs that are close neighbours. Tooting Bec underground station and Tooting’s high street are only a short walk from the centre of Balham (15-20 minutes).
Taking public transportation from Balham to Tooting is also a good option. Balham, Tooting Bec and Tooting Broadway underground stations are located in fare zone 3 on the Northern line. There are also a number of bus lines that run between the two areas.
Is Balham better than Tooting?
It depends. If you’re looking to be closer to the centre of London and you’re interested in a family-oriented environment, Balham is your best bet. If you’re looking for an up-and-coming area with vibrant locals and plenty to do, Tooting could be a great choice.
Both Balham and Tooting have their fair share of great restaurants, bars and other popular amenities.
Tooting is the larger area of the two with multiple underground stations (Tooting Bec and Tooting Broadway) and plenty of suburban areas surrounding the high street.
Balham is incredibly popular with families. There’s a bubbly community atmosphere when you’re out and about and the area is very safe.
We would encourage you to spend a day or two in both areas. Make sure you get a feel for the people, the area and the transport links before you make a move.
Is Balham safer than Tooting?
Balham is regarded as one of the safest areas to live in the London borough of Wandsworth. In May of 2019, 158 crimes were reported in Balham – with the majority being anti-social behaviour and shoplifting related offences.
Tooting is a larger area and experiences more crime as a result. In the month of May 2019, 197 crimes were reported in the area. The majority of offences were violence and sexual assault offences.
Final thoughts
We would be interested to hear your thoughts about both areas.
Both Balham and Tooting are vibrant areas of London – and they’re incredibly close to each other. There’s nothing stopping you from dipping into your neighbouring areas and experiencing them!
Both districts have their benefits and drawbacks. It depends on what you want out of your time living in London. Make sure you do lots of research and visit each area before making any big decisions!