Finding cheap office space in Central London can be a challenge; the heart of the capital is prime real estate and so demand is high and rents are even higher.
Lots of large, prestigious businesses seek out offices with Central London addresses and it can be difficult to compete — after all, it is one of the best areas to work in London.
But far from being defeatist, we’ve done some digging and found a selection of great offices that allow you to have the postcode you desire at a price tag that you can afford.
Lots of large, prestigious businesses seek out offices with Central London addresses and it can be difficult to compete — after all, it is one of the best areas to work in London.
But far from being defeatist, we’ve done some digging and found a selection of great offices that allow you to have the postcode you desire at a price tag that you can afford.
When we think of Central London, some of the first things that come to mind are the theatres of the West End, shopping on Oxford Street or Regent Street, and dining in the stunning restaurants of Mayfair.
It’s no wonder so many companies want their HQ to be in this area. The definition of what constitutes ‘Central London’ varies but it almost always includes the following neighbourhoods: Soho, Covent Garden, Pimlico, Mayfair, Marylebone, Fitzrovia, Bloomsbury, Holborn, Clerkenwell and the City of London.
It’s no wonder so many companies want their HQ to be in this area. The definition of what constitutes ‘Central London’ varies but it almost always includes the following neighbourhoods: Soho, Covent Garden, Pimlico, Mayfair, Marylebone, Fitzrovia, Bloomsbury, Holborn, Clerkenwell and the City of London.
So if you're looking for a cheap office in Central London, we've got lots of options available at really affordable prices.
Check out our top picks below:
Check out our top picks below:
1. Keyboard & Dreams
📍 Clerkenwell, 34-35 Hatton Garden, London EC1N 8DX
Keyboard & Dreams’ Clerkenwell office is right next to Farringdon station - just a 4-minute walk from there and a similar distance walk to Chancery Lane station.
The team at Keyboard & Dreams has a few office spaces across London but their Holborn is their most central space.
They're a great option if you are looking for a cheaper option in Central London that you can call your own.
They're a great option if you are looking for a cheaper option in Central London that you can call your own.
They are a little different in that they don’t have any onsite team, hot desks, events or meeting rooms they rent out externally. They are a very relaxed crowd - focused on making offices that feel like home. They also have a fab outdoor courtyard and bike storage.
Office prices are very competitive at around £450 + VAT per desk per month and they’re all-inclusive, so just one monthly price.
If you're interested in finding out more about Keyboard & Dreams’ Clerkenwell or want to arrange a viewing then just let us know here.
2. Canopy
📍 Holborn, 1 Quality Court, Chancery Lane, London WC2A
Canopy is a relatively new flexible office provider, but they’re already gaining fans for their reasonably-priced office spaces in great locations
Canopy’s office at 1 Quality Court is just a 2-minute walk from Chancery Lane and a 7-minute walk from Farringdon.
The space itself has a breakout area, tea & coffee, and a kitchen.
The space itself has a breakout area, tea & coffee, and a kitchen.
All the offices feature lots of natural light and there is access to one 8-person meeting room.
There is no charge for use of the communal meeting rooms and all their offices come fully furnished with desks, chairs and pedestals.
There is no charge for use of the communal meeting rooms and all their offices come fully furnished with desks, chairs and pedestals.
They have a range of spaces sized up to a 40-person office. In terms of prices, a 4-person office is approximately £1,600 + VAT per month.
If you want to find out more then let us know your requirements here.
3. Hamilton House
📍 3-7 Temple Avenue, Temple, London EC4Y 0DA
Hamilton House is a 6-minute walk from Blackfriars station and a 7-minute walk from City Thameslink station.
Making it an easy-to-access office for all.
The space itself is in a beautiful listed building that's surrounded by gardens and features a beautiful atrium and entrance area.
The offices come furnished and there is a private wrap-around roof terrace with amazing views of the river.
Many of the building’s original features remain, including The offices having lovely wooden floors and high ceilings.
The offices come furnished and there is a private wrap-around roof terrace with amazing views of the river.
Many of the building’s original features remain, including The offices having lovely wooden floors and high ceilings.
There are lots of meeting rooms which can be used - ranging from 6-50 people, all of which are very high-tech with AV equipment.
The space has a range of office sizes which you can take from 9 to 16 desk offices and you can upgrade at any time within your contract.
A 16-desk office costs around £11,000 + VAT per month. What a bargain!
A 16-desk office costs around £11,000 + VAT per month. What a bargain!
To look into options at Hamilton House, let us know your requirements here.
4. Canvas
📍 Clerkenwell - 8 Albemarle Way EC1V 4JB
Just a 5-minute walk from Farringdon station, Canvas’ space in Clerkenwell is beautiful.
It's tucked away off the main street so it’s lovely and quiet, whilst also being centrally-located.
The offices are spread over three floors and they all have gorgeous exposed wooden floors, high ceilings, and large windows.
It's tucked away off the main street so it’s lovely and quiet, whilst also being centrally-located.
The offices are spread over three floors and they all have gorgeous exposed wooden floors, high ceilings, and large windows.
The building is very well-equipped with a private balcony, showers, bike storage, and a communal kitchen and breakout area.
The team at Canvas is great and you can customise the space as you want. Including doing internal work on the space, if you need to.
Offices start at £2,900 + VAT for a 6-person office.
They have a range of office sizes available and another building only a few moments away with even more options!
They have a range of office sizes available and another building only a few moments away with even more options!
To look into these and other cheap office options in Central London, let us help you out.
Just send over your requirements through this form and we’ll get back to you.
Just send over your requirements through this form and we’ll get back to you.
And don't forget, you can always browse specific areas, such as office space in Soho, to help you get a feel for the different areas and filter down your office options!
