Find your office space in London

Which type of office should I choose?

London’s flexible workspaces and office spaces to rent have one thing in common: licence agreements. Unlike a lease, a licence agreement allows you to rent an office for shorter periods of time and there’s room for negotiation. Also, all-inclusive monthly billing makes it easier to keep track of cash flow.

Co-working

If you’re a solopreneur or manage a small team, you might decide to rent desks in a co-working space. Many run events for members, enabling you to network and grow.

Private office

If you want your own space, you can rent a private office in a flexible workspace. Shared amenities mean you’ll still pay a competitive price and get to meet other businesses.

Managed office

Designed with medium to large businesses in mind, a managed solution provides a self-contained, customisable workspace solution on flexible contractual terms.

Serviced office costs across London

If your business can’t commit to a long-term lease, a serviced office is an ideal option.

Average costs per month

Prices are based on the average cost of one mid-range workstation per month and subject to VAT.

Negotiating a lease

It is a good idea to instruct a commercial surveyor and a real estate lawyer to advise you on your lease, but some key points to consider are:

• The premises: consider what you need now and in the future. The lease will govern your ability to sublet, share or assign. You will need the landlord's consent to make alterations to the premises.
• Rent and service charge: you may be able to negotiate a rent-free period, a stepped rent or a service charge cap.
• Repair: you will be responsible for the standard to which the premises must be maintained during the lease as well as the condition they must be handed back in at the end of the lease.
• Break rights: if you need the option of terminating the lease early, a break right must be negotiated.
• Use: you need to ensure that the premises can be used as you intend – the position under planning law should be investigated.
• Data cabling: if you need new cabling, then you must ensure that the landlord will help you put in place the necessary agreements with the data operators.

Content provided by First Office Hub and Bates Wells. This information is intended for general guidance only. You should always seek professional advice.

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