‘Quirky’, ‘cool’, and ‘young’ are words that are commonly associated with the Shoreditch and Old Street areas, as are ‘innovative’, ‘dynamic’, and ‘entrepreneurial’ with its growing business community. Home of the tech-start-up scene in London, the Shoreditch and Old Street areas have fast become a technology powerhouse, with businesses and government piling in the investment (and marketing) for the concept that is Tech City London that aims to rival California’s Silicon Valley.
This vibrant area of central London has developed a unique community that has nurtured businesses, visitors, and residents alike.
The Old Street and Shoreditch areas are well renowned for its independent food retailers and food stalls
Visit one of the smaller London museums such as the Honourable Artillery Company
A number of universities and higher education establishments are located in this area, such as University of Arts
Feast in some of the best restaurants and bars in London
The City of London is a major global business and financial centre, with the Bank of England headquartered in the area.
Around 75 per cent of jobs in the City of London are in the professional and financial services sectors. The legal sector is also heavily represented in the area. In 2020, 72 per cent of City workers were employed in high-skilled jobs.
As recently as 2017, the City of London was estimated to provide almost 10 per cent of UK gross domestic product.
Northern Line
Old Street Station, Shoreditch High Street Station
London City Airport
Finance & Insurance
- up by 108%
Information & Communication
- up by 73%
Construction
- up by 69%
The City North office market encompasses one of the fastest-growing office areas since 2010, boosted by the growth in the technology sector that made this area its home. A well-established ecosystem of industries and businesses has spurred office development, which continues today. The attraction of this area has pushed rents to a high level but remains an attractive location for businesses of all sizes.
Company | Sector | Building | Size (sq ft) |
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Transferwise | Tech | Tea Building | 49,129 |
Leigh Day | Legal | 27 Goswell Road | 28,483 |
Little Dot Studios | Media | Trumans Brewery | 23,500 |
- | - | 18-29 Mora Street | 16,070 |
Perkbox | Corporate | 3-7 Herbal Hill | 15,373 |
Company | Sector | Building | Size (sq ft) |
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Brilliant Basics | Media | The Bower, Old Street | 11,331 |
Kinetic Worldwide | Media | 80 Old Street | 10,717 |
Conran & Partners | Professional | 30a Great Sutton Street | 8,615 |
Untold Studios | Media | White Collar Factory | 6,100 |
Barilla Pasta | Corporate | 90 Goswell Road | 5,993 |
PRIME RENTS PSF | GRADE A | GRADE B |
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CITY NORTH | £70.00 | £55.00 |
FLEXIBLE OFFICE £ PDPM | GRADE A |
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CITY NORTH | £450-£800 |
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