Shoreditch and Hoxton

Over the last decade or so, Shoreditch and Hoxton have become some of the trendiest parts of London. They are popular with young professional expats thanks to the area’s cosmopolitan feel and excellent entertainment offerings. Many of London’s media and advertising companies have their offices based here. While lots of new coffee shops, restaurants and bars have popped up in the area, local authorities have been careful to maintain much of the historic charm of East London. In Marylebone, eas...

Leyton and Stratford

Expats will find more reasonable property prices in Leyton and Stratford, although they should expect to pay slightly more to travel into Central London. There are lots of supermarkets, restaurants and bars in Leyton and Stratford, and one of the largest shopping malls in Europe, Westfield Stratford City, is close by. The area is also well served by London’s bus, Tube and overground train networks. The Westminster campus of Southbank International Schoolis just outside of Stratford.

Wimbledon

When it comes to housing, expats can find some form of accommodation somewhere in Wimbledon that suits their needs and budget. This area has everything from custom-built mansions and penthouses in Wimbledon Village to council tower blocks in South Wimbledon. Small apartments and house shares in the area are affordable. Wimbledon is a fairly multicultural area, but it is particularly popular with expats from South Africa, India, Poland and Australia.

Clapham

Clapham is a vibrant area of South London. The residents of Clapham are quite eclectic and the suburb is well suited for young couples or single young people looking for a house share. There are also plenty of grand old houses, particularly in North Clapham, near the park. Jamaican, Irish and Nigerian expats favour this area. There are entertainment centres around Clapham High Street and Clapham Junction, where most of the clubs, bars and restaurants can be found. During the summer, residents...

Battersea