People travel from all over the world to visit the wonderful city of London and take in its vast number of cultural attractions, historical sites, and unique atmosphere. More recently, more people have been choosing to swap their mundane office jobs for remote jobs that allow them to work from anywhere.
Many of these so-called “digital nomads” choose London as the city they want to live in while they work — and it is easy to see why. There is so much constantly going on in this city, and it is big enough to explore endlessly, which means it never gets boring — cue the overquoted Samuel Johnson quip: “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life.” Below, we will go through some of the best neighbourhoods in London for digital nomads to find a steady work-life balance.
Crystal Palace
In 2022, Crystal Palace was named by The Times as the best neighbourhood in all of London. It is a suburb in South London that boasts a fantastic community with strong schools, period mansions, quirky cafes, unique shops, and several great parks. It has excellent connections to the centre of London with trains that take just 20 mins to arrive at London Bridge. There is also an overground with a number of stops in the hackney area, making it convenient to get to some of the area’s hotspots in no time.
This part of London is popular with those working remote jobs, as there are plenty of things to see and do during your spare time. The vast number of cafes means you won’t ever get bored going to the same place to get on with work. With the advancement of technology, there are several new remote jobs, like forex trading, that people do from the comfort of their homes or wherever they want whilst out. Living in Crystal Palace allows you to work in the pleasant surroundings or take a quick trip into the centre of London to enjoy the endless spots you can explore until your heart’s content.
Teddington
The following neighbourhood on this list is Teddington, located in Southwest London. If you are looking for somewhere with Thames-side towpaths and plenty of beautiful parks and green spaces, Teddington might be the place for you. During your free time, there is so much you can see and do here, from dog-walking, cycling, and jogging to jumping on a paddleboard and coasting down the Thames. If you enjoy good food, you won’t be stuck for limited options in this neighbourhood with fantastic eateries like the Anglers Pub, which offers authentic British cuisine, and Cafe Benedict, the perfect brunch spot.
Teddington, located in zone 6, is relatively far from central London. However, there are plenty of excellent transport links into the centre of London, which take around 35 minutes and run every 15 minutes. You also have the option of hopping on the bus from Broad Street, which will take you directly into central London.
Shoreditch
Shoreditch is arguably one of London’s most interesting, trendy, and hip neighbourhoods, as it always has something exciting going on. It is best known for having a fantastic range of creative workspaces, which makes it a popular location for digital nomads to work from. There is an abundance of cafes, like Grind, Ditto Coffee ,and Ozone Coffee, which provide the perfect atmosphere to get on with some work and enjoy delicious coffee. If you enjoy cuisine from all around the world, appreciate street art and like trendy boutiques, Shoreditch may be the neighbourhood for you.
Hoxton
Next up on this list is Hoxton, located in East London and is described by many as one of the city’s coolest neighbourhoods. It has a fantastic mix of things you can do during the day, like exploring the Museum of the Home, walking along Regent’s Canal and browsing the Victoria Miro Gallery.
As the sun goes down, this part of London comes alive with amazing bars and clubs where you can dance the night away. For those working remotely, Hoxton has many co-working spots and interesting cafes that are well-suited to productivity. This is a popular area for remote workers to stay so you will have no problem finding somewhere with a strong and reliable internet connection that will allow you to work without being disturbed.
Brixton
The final neighbourhood on this list is Brixton. It’s located in South London and has become popular for digital nomads looking to move to London. There are plenty of things to do, from excellent restaurants to cinemas to music spots, all of which attract people from around the country. As more people start working as digital nomads, it is likely that places like Brixton will become desirable locations for them.
Plan Your Move to London
Nowadays, more people are taking jobs that allow them to work remotely. London has become one of the most popular locations for digital nomads to move to. There is so much to do in London during your spare time, which makes it such an amazing city to explore as a digital nomad. If you work remotely, why not plan a trip to London to see all it offers its residents and visitors? It might just be your next temporary home city!
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