London is one of the world’s leading financial centres. It ranked second in the Global Financial Centres Index 33 in 2023, after New York. London is an international financial hub that gives businesses access to global markets.
Considering London’s impressive credentials, it’s little wonder that many financial businesses are after office space in London's financial districts.
The city is attractive for businesses in the financial sector and beyond. Companies benefit from a favourable time zone and well-connected transport links. The network of finance hubs are a huge pull factor, drawing thousands of companies to the UK capital.
If you’re looking to rent office space in the London financial hub, this guide will help you consider the best location for your business.
London's Finance Hubs
The wide array of locations associated with financial services companies in London includes:
● The City of London
● Canary Wharf
● Westminster
● Lambeth
● Southwark
● Camden & Islington
The City of London
The City of London is London’s primary financial hub. The Bank of England and the London Stock Exchange operate from this iconic district. With an impressive skyline including St Paul’s Cathedral, the area is also known as the Square Mile.
The City of London boasts 7,740,000 m2 of office space. These diverse facilities are home to more than 14,000 businesses. Here, you will find banking, broking, legal, insurance, and financial services companies.
The City of London is well-connected by public transport. Social time benefits from a wide variety of restaurants, bars, and stunning rooftop venues. Small companies and multinationals enjoy the flexibility, location, and prestige the City offers.
Explore office space in the City of London with the following Regus centres:
The Gherkin
If you’re looking to rent office space in one of London’s most iconic skyscrapers, you can find it at The Gherkin.
Find a home amongst buzzing financial markets, alongside the London Stock Exchange and the Bank of England. Our Regus office space in this famous landmark building hosts 41 private offices, 21 coworking desks, and four meeting rooms.
Broadgate Tower
Our Regus Broadgate Tower office space is in a stylish glass skyscraper in a prime City of London location. This location offers 29 private offices to rent, 12 coworking desks, and two meeting rooms.
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf is a modern London banking district located in East London. It is London’s second-largest financial district after the City of London.
Many banks, professional services, and media companies base their headquarters here. These include Barclays, Credit Suisse, EY, and JPMorgan Chase. Approximately 105,000 people work in the Canary Wharf area.
Canary Wharf has excellent transport connections to central London and beyond. The London Underground and Docklands Light Railway serve the area. Canary Wharf is ideal for business travel.
You can reach the London City Airport in 11 minutes via the London Underground.
For office space in Canary Wharf, consider exploring these Regus centres:
One Canada Square, Canary Wharf
You can find our Regus office space at One Canada Square in one of Canary Wharf’s central squares. One Canada Square was the tallest building in Europe until 2010 when The Shard took over.
If you’re looking to rent in Canary Wharf, our Regus serviced space offers 109 private offices, 34 coworking desks, and five meeting rooms.
Cabot Square
Office space at Cabot Square in Canary Wharf is in a bold, modern building with stunning views through full-height windows. Discover 170 private offices, 29 coworking desks and four meeting rooms.
Westminster
Head to the heart of London’s West End, and you’ll find Westminster. Westminster houses iconic landmarks such as Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament.
Located between the City of London, Kensington and Chelsea, this buzzing district boasts 5,780,000 m2 of office space. It is home to real estate firms, private banking and government departments.
The City of Westminster has the highest gross domestic product (GDP) of all the London boroughs. Many corporations base their headquarters in the borough, including the BBC.
Explore some of our Regus centres, which offer exceptional office space in Westminster:
Rex House, Regent Street
Our Regus office space at Rex House is in the 1930s Regent Street building that once housed BBC’s Radio studios. This attractive West End workspace has 84 private offices, 12 coworking desks, and six meeting rooms.
Mayfair, Berkeley Square
Our Regus serviced office is in the heart of prestigious Mayfair at Berkeley Square, close to some of London’s best shopping and restaurants. This sprawling office space has 223 private offices, 59 coworking desks, and five meeting rooms.
Lambeth
Lambeth is a South London borough undergoing an unprecedented level of development. It is home to three bustling commercial centres: South Bank and Waterloo, Vauxhall, and Brixton.
Businesses operating from Lambeth include creative digital companies to professional and financial services.
Prominent employers in Lambeth include IBM, the National Theatre, and Shell UK. As the area prepares for more growth, 1.7 million sq ft of new commercial space is being built.
Situated in London’s Zone One, Lambeth is well-connected with excellent public transport.
Vauxhall, Lambeth
For office space in Lambeth, our Vauxhall serviced office offers exceptionally stunning views. These include iconic London sights, such as the River Thames, the Houses of Parliament, and Big Ben.
This contemporary space hosts 30 private offices, 31 coworking desks, and a meeting room.
Southwark
The borough of Southwark is in South London. It is home to London Bridge station which is at the heart of a busy business area. Many financial services companies base their headquarters here, including PwC and EY.
Southwark attracts visitors to world-famous attractions including the Tate Modern and Borough Market. The Southwark Underground station is in Zone One and operates on the Jubilee Line.
Regus presents a variety of different options for office space in Southwark, with several centres to explore:
The News Building
The Shard architect, Renzo Piano, designed The News Building, home to our Regus serviced office.
Our space has 74 private offices, 39 coworking desks, and seven meeting rooms. The Wall Street Journal and The Times newspapers also operate from this warehouse-style building.
Borough High Street
Our Borough High Street office is located near iconic attractions, such as the Tate Modern Gallery and Shakespeare’s Globe. The design of this modern building has productivity in mind and the location has easy access to London Bridge station.
Camden & Islington
In Camden & Islington, you’ll find beautiful historical buildings converted into modern workspaces. In this trendy North London borough, you’ll find fashion-forward brands like ASOS to leading banks such as Barclays and Santander.
Camden Town and Highbury and Islington Underground stations serve the well-connected area. From Camden Market to iconic live music venues, this is one of London’s most vibrant and entertaining districts.
Discover fantastic office space in Camden & Islington with Regus’ centres:
Euston Station
Our Regus Euston Station office space is in an in-demand area. It’s a stone’s throw away from St. Pancras International and Euston Station. It offers 117 private offices, 12 coworking desks, and six meeting rooms.
Hamilton House, Euston
Hamilton House location is also in the popular Euston area. This bright, central hub has 88 private offices, 15 coworking desks, and 10 meeting rooms.
Office Space Outside the London Financial Districts
Office space to rent in London’s main financial districts is often a big investment. For more cost-effective alternatives, there are flexible options outside the main financial districts.
Twickenham, Richmond
Famous as the headquarters of rugby, this suburban area is also home to many thriving businesses. Our Regus office in Twickenham is a bright, modern space that has 86 private offices, 31 coworking desks, and four meeting rooms.
Lansdowne Road, Croydon
Head to Croydon in South London to discover one of London’s biggest commercial centres. Our Regus office space on Croydon’s Lansdowne Road boasts competitive prices. It has 98 private offices, 23 coworking desks, and three meeting rooms.
Find Office Space in London’s Financial Districts with Regus
As the world’s second-largest financial centre, London continues to attract new businesses every year.
As a thriving, global destination for businesses of all scales, London also boasts a large, diverse pool of skilled talent. If you’re interested in our London office spaces, get in touch for more information or to book a tour.
