Is Earlsfield South safe?

Crime here sits in line with the London average rather than standing out either way. Violent crime and anti-social behaviour crop up more than burglary or robbery, which tends to mean noise and disorder from nights out rather than break-ins. Most residents won't feel unsafe day to day, though it's worth being aware of on weekend evenings if that's a concern for you.

Is Earlsfield South expensive?

Prices land somewhere in the middle for London, but there's a real split between flats and houses. Flats stay reasonably attainable for the area, while houses carry a hefty premium that puts them out of reach for a lot of buyers. It's a better bet if you're after a flat than if you've got your heart set on a house with a garden.

What is Earlsfield South like to live in?

This is a quiet, residential pocket with a genuine neighbourhood feel, built around independent cafés and restaurants rather than chains. You won't find a big supermarket or much of a bar scene, so it suits people who like their coffee from a local spot and don't mind popping further afield for a big shop or a night out. It reads as settled and unshowy rather than buzzing.

Is Earlsfield South good for families?

Very much so on the schools front: Wimbledon Park Primary, Earlsfield Primary and Sheringdale Primary are all rated Outstanding, with most others nearby rated Good, so primary-age options are strong. Add in decent access to green space and average safety levels, and it's a comfortable family base. The main trade-off is transport, since there's no stop right on your doorstep, which matters more once school runs and commutes both need sorting.

Is Earlsfield South a Good Place to Live?

Score

5.2/10

Rank

606th out of 992

Borough

Wandsworth

Earlsfield South suits young professionals and first-time flat buyers happy to trade a doorstep tube station for good schools, clean air and a proper local café scene. The lack of any transit stop right in the area is the real sticking point, so you'll want to enjoy walking or be fine with buses. Families do well here once children reach primary age, and green space is easy to reach. Not the place for a quick Zone 1 commute, but a settled, pleasant corner of Wandsworth all the same.

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Wheretomove Review

We reviewed Earlsfield South across 6 key dimensions to help you make an informed decision about where to live.

Safety

Good·414th of 992

7.2/ 10

Crime levels sit around the London average, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour the main categories reported rather than burglary or robbery. Fine for most, but not a standout on safety either way.

Affordability

Average·560th of 992

4.8/ 10

Prices are middling for the capital, and there's a big gap between flats, which stay relatively attainable, and houses, which command a serious premium. Best suited to buyers looking at flats rather than family houses.

Education

Average·482nd of 992

5.3/ 10

A strong spot for schools, with Wimbledon Park Primary, Earlsfield Primary and Sheringdale Primary all rated Outstanding and most of the rest rated Good. A real draw for families with young children.

Environment

Average·431st of 992

5.2/ 10

Air quality is genuinely good here, with low PM2.5 and NO2 readings, and there's decent access to green space including nearby parks. A comfortable choice if you care about air quality and being near a park.

Transport

Below Average·674th of 992

3.2/ 10

This is the weak point: no transit stops recorded right in the area, so you're relying on walking or buses to reach a station. Not ideal if you need a quick tube or rail commute on your doorstep.

Amenities

Average·480th of 992

5.2/ 10

A lively café and restaurant scene with plenty of independent spots, though big supermarkets and bars are thin on the ground. Good for daily coffee runs and dinners out, less so for a big weekly shop.

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