Updated 26/05/2022

Not only is North London an extremely well-connected area within close proximity to many major train stations such as St Pancras International, it's also a key business hub for a wide range of companies across various different industries. This part of London has plenty to offer with numerous parks, music venues and a great selection of restaurants and bars.

3 reasons to rent an office in North London:

  1. Places such as Camden offer a quirkier and less corporate working environment
  2. Areas such as Wembley and Watford benefit from less expensive spaces, while providing easy access to Central London
  3. Prominent music scene in both Camden and Watford

Camden

What does Camden have to offer?

Camden actually covers a large area, and even includes the established King’s Cross market. Camden is especially known for being a trendy area of London where many start-ups thrive. It is certainly a vibrant location, and is well-known for its famous market. It also has a huge music scene and is the home of the Roundhouse and Koko.

Camden's vibrant fusion of cultures makes for a richly colorful food community. Even within a half-mile radius of Plender St there’s a vast range of culinary options on offer. Highlights include Andy’s Taverna for the real Greek deal, Falla and Mocaer for top-notch coffee and The Blues Kitchen for a heady mix of beer, BBQ and blues music.

Why should you pick this area of London?

There are various redevelopments that are ongoing in this area, for example the Camden Council’s Community Investment Programme – a 15-year plan to invest money in schools, homes and community facilities. This will be great not just for the local community, but will also help draw businesses to the area with the additional green spaces, community facilities and apprenticeships for local people.

Its quirky culture makes it an ideal place for tech and creative companies.  It can be accessed by the Northern Line, which provides good links to Euston, providing easy access to the North West of England. It is also near to Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill, which provides a great spot to unwind on a lunch hour.

Wembley

What attractions does Wembley have to offer?

Wembley is a large area northwest of London. It's home to both Wembley arena and Wembley Stadium, attracting a considerable amount of people to the area.

Europe’s biggest regeneration project is taking place here with plans to redevelop Wembley Park to provide a mix of new homes, venues, shops and one million sq ft of workspaces.

Transport Links

Wembley has various stations, providing excellent transport links across London and the rest of the UK. Wembley Central Station provides access to the Bakerloo line, Southern, London Midland and Watford DC line. Wembley Park is on the Jubilee line and Metropolitan line and the stadium station has access to Chiltern Railways.

Significant investment in regeneration is taking place in Wembley, which will continue to draw in businesses to the area.

Watford

What does Watford have to offer?

Watford is a major center approximately 20 miles north-west of central London.  Watford has plenty to offer, with a great range of bars, restaurants and cafes. It is also home to Watford FC football club, as well as a library, museum and two cinemas. There are plenty of green spaces too, with Cassiobury Park Nature Reserve, Cheslyn Gardens, and Garston Park nearby.

Transport Links

Watford benefits from excellent communication links; it is close to both the M25, M1 and Central London can be reached by rail in just 16 minutes. Heathrow is accessible by car in approximately 31 minutes and central London in 45 minutes.

Which business sectors does this area attract?

Nearly half of Watford’s population is employed within the financial and business services sector, making it a great place to be if you are working within that industry. It also has a strong retail presence with large companies such as, TK Maxx, Costco and Mothercare having their UK HQ here.

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