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Office space to rent · London

Looking for office space to rent in London? Check this before you view.

Listing sites show you what's available. They don't tell you how much space you need, what it really costs, or whether moving beats staying. Get those answers first — free, in about five minutes.

Should we move? Free assessment How much space do we need?

Three checks before you search listings

  1. 1. Size

    Work out the space you'll actually use, based on attendance — not headcount.

  2. 2. Total cost

    Rent is one line. Add service charge, rates, fit-out and dilapidations.

  3. 3. Stay, change or go

    Check whether renewing or reconfiguring gives you what a move would.

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Office space to rent by London area

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Common questions about renting an office

How much office space do I need in London?

A common UK planning benchmark is around 100 sq ft per desk, or about 115 sq ft per desk for hybrid layouts with more meeting space. Hybrid teams rarely need one desk per person — size to typical peak attendance, not headcount. Our free space calculator does this in a minute.

Should I move office or stay where I am?

Moving is usually the most expensive and slowest option. Compare it against renewing (often with landlord incentives) and reconfiguring your current space. If the building itself — services, accessibility, location or energy rating — is the problem, moving tends to make sense.

How long does an office move take?

Commonly 12 months or more from starting a search to moving in, covering search, negotiation, legal work, design and fit-out. Start well before any lease expiry or break date.

What costs are there beyond the rent?

Service charge, business rates, fit-out, dilapidations on your current office, agent and legal fees, and moving costs. The rent on a listing is only part of the total cost of occupancy.

Is serviced or flexible office space better than a lease?

Flexible space suits uncertain or fast-changing headcount and short commitments; a lease usually costs less per desk over time and lets you shape the space. The right answer depends on your team size, growth plans and how long you need certainty.

Know your answer before your first viewing

Fifteen questions, around five minutes, no account needed. Professional advice is available when you want it.

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