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Chelsea, Knightsbridge and South Kensington
Chelsea, Knightsbridge and South Kensington are some of the most expensive and exclusive areas in London. These areas are particularly popular with French expats because of their proximity to the French Consulate, the French Institute and two French international schools. There are also lots of wealthy Spanish, Italian, American and Middle Eastern expats living in Chelsea. Chelsea and Knightsbridge are close to some of London’s top nightclubs, restaurants and bars. High Street Kensington is l...
Notting Hill and Holland Park
Notting Hill, famous for its massive summer carnival, is a vibrant and colourful part of West London. This bohemian area is full of young American and Australian expats. There are plenty of large green spaces in the area, such as Kensington Gardens and Holland Park. Quaint eateries and coffee shops abound, as do second-hand shops selling everything from vintage fashions to antique furniture. Notting Hill is also the home of the famous Portobello Road Market. The suburb of Holland Park (not to...
Fulham and Putney
With its picturesque Victorian houses and proximity to King's Road and Chelsea, Fulham is a desirable suburb popular with middle-class families as well as young professionals. Putney is just south of Fulham, over the river, and is popular with Australians, New Zealanders and South African expats. Accommodation in this area is slightly cheaper than in Chelsea, and there are some great pubs. French expats in the area often opt to send their children to L'Ecole des Petits or L'Ecole de Battersea...
Hampstead
Hampstead is an affluent and leafy area of London. This is an excellent area for families thanks to the neighbourhood's large open spaces and its proximity to some of London’s best schools, including the Hampstead campus of Southbank International School. Property in Hampstead Heath is highly desirable, and the rental prices reflect this. The area boasts a fantastic selection of top-quality restaurants, independent and boutique fashion shops, and bespoke pubs. Hampstead is served well by publ...
Camden
Camden is a highly sought-after area for people looking to rent or buy property in London. The streets of Camden are lined with old terraced houses brimming with character, as well as the newer council properties, many of which are now privately owned. Camden is a bohemian part of London and has long been popular with students and arty types, as well as young expats. The area is overflowing with entertainment options, bars, restaurants and clubs. Camden is famous for its vibrant music scene,...
Wembley
Further away from the centre of London are areas such as Wembley, where rentals are more reasonable. This ethnically diverse suburb is popular with Asian expats, particularly those from India. Living in Wembley, expats will be close to supermarkets, shops and restaurants. Wembley is on a number of public transport routes, including several Tube lines and some overground services.
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
Known for its riverside park and eponymous power station, Battersea is hugely popular with families who want to be near Central London but without the huge rental prices just over the river in Chelsea. Battersea is home to some excellent schools, including Thomas's Battersea and L'Ecole de Battersea. Battersea now boasts two new Tube stations, which means that a commute into the city takes just over ten minutes. There are also plenty of buses for those who need to get into the West End. The m...
Apr 29, 2024 · Which? explains how to find the ideal place to buy a home, including the signs of an up-and-coming area plus important factors to check, from school catchment zones to local crime rates and floodplains.
Jul 5, 2024 · I’ve compiled a list of the 31 best areas to live in London, broken down by family-friendly neighborhoods, areas great for couples, and neighborhoods for singles & solo living.
Jun 23, 2022 · The most desirable suburbs in the UK have been named, with Bristol's leafy Stoke Bishop and Hove Park in Brighton among the top 10. According to new research conducted by Savills for The...
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