Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ Balham is an area in south London, England. It has been settled since Saxon times and appears in the Domesday Book as Belgeham. “
What kind of things are there to do in the city of Balham?
Balham is vibrant with life, activities and to find out what to do in your area we recommend you to have a look at websites like Timeout. Timeout updates on a weekly basis things to do in Balham. To simplify you the task of finding the page here is the link to see the upcoming events in Balham.
Also having a clear view of what is available in Balham and where is a great way to project yourself within this new area. This is why we created the following map where we gathered all the information you will find in this article.
Estate agents in Balham
If our guide on Balham caught your eye, chances are you’re thinking about making the move. When the time comes, finding the right estate agent makes all the difference.
Cozee covers the wider London area, so whether you’re buying or renting, we’d love to help you find your perfect home in Balham.
Things we love about Balham
Balham has a distinct culture and atmosphere. At Cozee we looked at features that define the area’s vibe like food, nightlife, green space, and more. Whether you love to eat or you love to take part in the night life of a city, Balham has something for your tastes. Explore spots below to get a feel for life here.
Gyms in Balham
More at-home work means more gym-goers. Major chains make staying active in Balham easy.
| Gym Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Yoga South Balham | Unit 5 Hildreth Street Mews, London | 4.3 | 107 |
| Balham Leisure Centre | Elmfield Road, London | 4.3 | 323 |
| Dog House Fitness | 1 Holbeach Mews, London | 4.3 | 40 |
| SALSA BALHAM @ THE BEDFORD – Every MONDAY night | 77 Bedford Hill, London | 4.3 | 7 |
| Andrea Om Yoga | Bedford Hill, London | 4.3 | 8 |
| GO Mammoth | 45 Chestnut Grove, London | 4.3 | 3 |
| GO Mammoth | La Retraite RC Girls School, Atkins Road, Clapham Park, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Jane Wake | 239 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 1 |
| Englishwren Pilates | 95 Nightingale Lane, London | 4.3 | 3 |
| reCentre Health Physiotherapy and Pilates | 260 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 186 |
| The Train Station Gym | 20-22 Jaggard Way, London | 4.3 | 18 |
| whYoga | 16 Ramsden Road, London | 4.3 | 26 |
| Bedford Hill Place | SAINSBURYS Balham, 147-151 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Reform Physiotherapy | 3 Hildreth Street Mews, London | 4.3 | 138 |
| Sk Bodyworks | unit 7 Hildreth Street Mews, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Reformer Collective Balham | Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Anytime Fitness Balham | 176 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 205 |
| House of GPA | 63 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 48 |
| TRIB3 Balham | 63 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Pilates Plus Wellness | Balham Library Hall, 16 Ramsden Road, London | 4.3 | 7 |
Supermarkets in Balham
Perhaps one of the most common amenities in Balham would be supermarkets. Below, you will be able to tell what type of supermarket there are in Balham and what company operates here.
| Supermarket/Grocery store name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose & Partners | 32-39 Temple Fortune Parade, London | 4.3 | 232 |
| M&S Simply Food | 820-832 Finchley Road, London | 4.1 | 316 |
| Superhormuz | 4-5 Ashbourne Avenue, London | 3.9 | 23 |
| Kosher Paradise | 10, Ashbourne Parade, Finchley Road, London | 4.6 | 33 |
Pubs in the region
Being Londoners ourselves, at Cozee, we hold a strong bond with our regular visits to the local pub every week. Why should your experience be any different in your new home? That’s why we’ve thoroughly tested and reviewed all the pubs in Balham. While we didn’t get the chance to personally visit each one, we certainly wish we could have. Here’s the curated list of the finest pubs in Balham.
| Pub name Name | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Effra Social | 89 Effra Road Brixton SW2 1DF | Former Antic pub opened in February 2013 in former Effra Conservative Club premises, including a dance hall unchanged since the 1970s. |
| Elm Park Tavern | 76 Elm Park Brixton SW2 2UB | This free house is the only pub left on the estate and was substantially refurbished in 2017 and again more recently. It is owned by the same freeholder as King & Co, SW4 and operated by the same company as the White Horse in nearby Brixton Hill. |
| Hand In Hand | 61 New Park Road Brixton SW2 4EN | Real ale is occasionally served in this single bar pub with real fire, juke box and two TV sports channels. It was Exmoor Gold on 18 April 2023, GK Old Golden Hen on 19 September |
| White Horse | 94 Brixton Hill Brixton SW2 1QN | One or two real ales are served here, an early 18th century inn now popular for late night partying, drinking and dining. Candle-lit tables, comfortable sofas, exposed brickwork and advertising posters create a friendly atmosphere in this ‘DJ boozer’ with fortnightly Sunday guitarist and Wednesday film nights. Children welcome until 6pm. Pool table; TV sports for major events only. Food served all day at weekends. Front patio inside railing has heaters and shelter for smokers. An alternative real ale may occasionally replace the Tribute. |
| Windmill | 22 Blenheim Gardens Brixton SW2 5BZ | Small, intimate, friendly and welcoming pub next door to the sorting office, featuring live music every night and appropriately decorated with posters for music gigs. TV sports available. An admission charge often applies after 8pm, depending on the band. |
| Prince of Wales | 169-171 Lyham Road Brixton (SW2) SW2 5PY | An old Wenlock house from 1860, changed in the 1930s and still retaining its two bars, wood panelling and other traditional features. The only pub left in Lyham Road, it has a ladies’ darts team, a pool table and TV sports. |
In Balham, is there a lot of green space?
One of London’s best features is the large array of public parks and green spaces. See if Balham offers room to explore and maybe take your dog for a walk.
| Park Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Gardens | Belvedere Road, London | 4.5 | 1413 |
| Elm Court | 1 Pump Court, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Middle Temple Gardens | 3 Middle Temple Lane, Temple, London | 4.7 | 82 |
| Bernie Spain Gardens | South Bank, London | 4.4 | 488 |
| Bloomsbury Square Garden | 14 Bloomsbury Square, London | 4.3 | 2017 |
| The Phoenix Garden | 21 Stacey Street, London | 4.6 | 461 |
| LGBT Chairs ️ | Ground Floor, South East Wing, Bush House, 300 Strand, London | 5 | 1 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | 4 Temple Place, Temple, London | N/A | N/A |
| Potnotch | Jubilee Market, Tavistock Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| London Memorial Garden | Savoy Place, London | 3.8 | 4 |
| Drury Lane Gardens | 58 Drury Lane, London | 3.9 | 16 |
| Fountain Court | Temple, London | 4.6 | 8 |
| Southbank boardwalk | South Bank, Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 13 |
| Street Art Skaterpark | 337-338 Belvedere Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| National Theatre garden terrace | South Bank, National Theatre, London | N/A | N/A |
| The Diamond Jubilee Penny Maze | Henrietta Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| Southbank (River Thames South) Walkpath. | Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 18 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | Villiers Street, London | 4.6 | 2523 |
| Diamond Jubilee Garden | St Pauls Church, Bedford Street, London | 4.4 | 12 |
| BIG 7 | 7 Bell Yard, London | N/A | N/A |
Museums & Galleries nearby
The vitality of a community stems from its residents who live, work, and engage with one another. Exploring an area through art offers a fresh perspective. If you’re considering relocating to Balham, we highly suggest exploring the local galleries, museums, and cultural establishments. They offer delightful weekend activities and contribute to the vibrant atmosphere of the region.
| Museum name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Margaret’s Badminton Club, Tooting | Trinity Road, London | 4.3 | 6 |
Restaurants
Balham is rich in restaurants, from Indian, Chinese or Italian ones, your area is vibrant with life and the foodies that you may be will surely find what you are looking for.
| Restaurant Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Avalon | 16 Balham Hill, London | 4.3 | 1342 |
| Balham Bowls Club | 7-9 Ramsden Road, London | 4.3 | 1195 |
| The Georgian | 27 Balham Hill, London | 4.3 | 374 |
| Tapajax | 1 Balham Station Road, London | 4.3 | 272 |
| Tagine Restaurant | 3 Fernlea Road, London | 4.3 | 486 |
| Subway | Ground Flr, 1 Chestnut Grove, London | 4.3 | 99 |
| Heart of Balham – HOB | 113 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 463 |
| Haché Brasserie Balham | 37 Bedford Hill, London | 4.3 | 486 |
| Pho | 67-69 Bedford Hill, London | 4.3 | 911 |
| The Exhibit | 12 Balham Station Road, London | 4.3 | 1650 |
| Ciullosteria | 31 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 368 |
| Spicy Noodle Cafe | 189A Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 210 |
| Taro – Balham | 193 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 497 |
| China Town Balham | 250 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 24 |
| Beijing Noodles Balham | 250 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 64 |
| Burger King | 67, 73 Balham Hill, London | 4.3 | 749 |
| Bodean’s BBQ Balham | 225 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 514 |
| Seascape Fish Bar | 9 Bedford Hill, London | 4.3 | 192 |
| Verona Pizza | 245 Balham High Road, London | 4.3 | 102 |
| King Rooster | 2A Westbury Parade, Balham Hill, London | 4.3 | 51 |
The amenities you might need in Balham
Below is a list of the places you may want to check out if the area of Balham. This can really help you out when you are moving to an area or neighbourhood.
Medical institutions in Balham
Balham has 2 medical institutions. These include hospitals, doctors offices, pharmacies and other stores providing medical attention. Here are the details the nearby medical institutions (1000 radius of the area).
| Medical institution Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flowan Health – Ultrasound & Wellbeing | 22 Ritherdon Road, London | 5 | 37 |
| Minnie Kidd House – Community Eye Clinic | Hazelbourne Road, London | 4.5 | 2 |
Tube & Train stations in and around Balham
Having to walk more than 10 to 15 min to reach public transportation is usually considered as a downside when considering a property to live in. To simplify this, we curated the list of train and tube station of Balham to help you find what would be the best location for you to move in. There are 3 train or tube stations within the Balham area. Here are the main ones
| Train or tube station name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balham | United Kingdom | 3.9 | 60 |
| Balham | Underground Ltd, Balham High Road, London | 4 | 43 |
| Clapham South | Balham Hill, London | 4.3 | 77 |
Schools around Balham
Having a school near the place you live is a great feature of the property you are about to move in. Please find below a list of the schools within the area of Balham.
| School Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Francis Xavier Sixth Form College | Francis Xavier College, 10 Malwood Road, London | 3.9 | 30 |
| Chestnut Grove Academy | 45 Chestnut Grove, London | 3.2 | 62 |
| Oak Lodge School | 101 Nightingale Lane, London | 4 | 8 |
| Balham Leisure Centre | Elmfield Road, London | 3.8 | 323 |
| Lochinvar Pre-School Playhouse | Care Of Alderbrook School/Oldridge Rd, London | N/A | N/A |
| Piano, flute and clarinet tutor | 68 Oakmead Road, London | 5 | 1 |
| Bertrum House School Nursery | 53 Rowfant Road, London | 5 | 1 |
| The Michael Tippett College | Belthorn Crescent, Weir Road, London | 3.7 | 3 |
| Nightingale 2 Montessori Nursery School | 35 Weir Road, London | 5 | 6 |
| Ecole de Danse of Balham | Streathbourne Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Woodentops Abbeville Village Ltd | 1 Poynders Road, London | 5 | 1 |
| Apples and Honey Nightingale | 105 Nightingale Lane, London | 5 | 1 |
| Crescent III Kindergarten | 70A Thornton Rd, Grafton Tennis Club, London | 1 | 1 |
| London Academy of Performance | 211 Balham High Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Hornsby House School | Hearnville Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Trinity St Mary’s CE Primary School, Balham | 6 Balham Park Road, London | 4.8 | 6 |
| Ravenstone Primary School and Nursery | Ravenstone Street, London | 4.7 | 9 |
| LEYF – Weir Link Nursery & Pre-School | 33 Weir Road, London | 5 | 1 |
| The Montessori School | 102 Chestnut Grove, London | 5 | 2 |
| Balham Nursery School and Children’s Centre | 72 Endlesham Road, London | 4.8 | 16 |
Post offices in and around the area of Balham
Nearby post offices make sending and getting packages easy. In a post office you can do things like exchange currency, post your packages, buy everyday items and even redirect your mail. It is likely you will use one at some point if you were to move in to the area so we have compiled the post offices nearby in a table below so you know if this area is the right place for you.
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balham Post Office | 90-92 Balham High Road, London | 2.3 | 137 |
| Cavendish Road Post Office | 273 Cavendish Road, London | 3.5 | 29 |
| Balham Hill Post Office | 1A Westbury Parade, London | 2.4 | 37 |
What areas are nearby?
If you need a comparison of other nearby neighbourhoods besides Balham, Cozee Properties have provided you with guides with information on other areas too.
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