The Best Boroughs for Affordable Rent in London You Didn’t Expect

Recent research from Trust for London reveals the most affordable areas in London for renting a one-bedroom property. According to local website, MY London study used data from the Office for National Statistics and covers the period from October 2022 to September 2023.

Here’s the list of London Boroughs by Affordability of Rent

Borough Median Rent as a Percentage of Median Pay (%)
Sutton 32.3
Bexley 33.2
Havering 33.2
Barking and Dagenham 36.5
Hillingdon 36.5
Croydon 36.5
Enfield 37.3
Redbridge 37.3
Bromley 38.1
Waltham Forest 39.8
Barnet 43.1
Brent 43.1
Kingston 41.5
Lambeth 41.5
Richmond 42.3
Hounslow 44.8
Merton 44.8
Ealing 44.1
Wandsworth 52.2
Hackney 51.4
Southwark 49.7
Greenwich 48.9
Tower Hamlets 54.7
Hammersmith and Fulham 53.1
Lewisham 53.7
Camden 57.2
Islington 58.0
City of London 68.3
Kensington and Chelsea 73.0
Westminster 75.4

Keep Reading

The research highlights the wide variations in rental affordability across London. While areas like Sutton and Bexley offer more budget-friendly options, central boroughs like Westminster and Kensington remain unaffordable for many. If you’re looking for an affordable place to rent in London the outer boroughs are likely to offer the best deals.

Desk Writer

Human stories, politics, diplomatic developments, climate and daily updates – all are assured to be at your access as we strive to bring the best news to you.

Recent Posts

Austria’s Infrastructure Ambition: How Austria’s Infrastructure Investment Is Redefining Europe’s Future

Austria is becoming an exception story in Europe that is succeeding by investing in long-term investment in infrastructure. Austria infrastructure… Read More

December 13, 2025

Sudan’s Crisis in Focus: What BBC Investigations and Al-Hurra Reports Reveal

The crisis in Sudan has quickly turned into one of the most threatening crises in the area that involves humanitarian… Read More

December 13, 2025

Key Middle East Rail Project Updates You Should Know

This article on modern mobility, sustainable transport and across-border connectivity describes how the Key Middle East rail project is being… Read More

December 12, 2025

Planning To Travel To Europe In 2026? Here Are 7 Key Updates You Need To Be Aware Of

Planning a trip to Europe in 2026? The continent will present some of the biggest changes that will impact global… Read More

December 12, 2025

UAE Pledges $550 Million to Boost UN’s 2026 Global Humanitarian Response

The United Arab Emirates is a country that has announced a significant humanitarian initiative by promising USD 550 million to… Read More

December 11, 2025

Europe’s Path to a Unified Clinical Trials Ecosystem

Europe is also striving to create a single clinical trials ecosystem so it can enhance its standing in international medical… Read More

December 11, 2025

This website uses cookies.

Read More