London is a city that thrives from the innovaction and passion that comes with tech startups. Home to 18,000 tech startups, running from coworking spaces ideal for tech startups, London is easily on the cutting edge of the global tech industry.
The city even has 87 unicorns, which are tech businesses whose value exceeds $1 billion (£785m). Some of these unicorns are startups too, such as Benevolent AI, Improbable, and Ovo.
With this in mind, it’s little wonder coworking spaces for tech startups are growing in popularity.
The city attracts more overseas and venture capital investment than anywhere else in Europe. London does so well because of its talent, connectivity, infrastructure, and continuous investment in supporting entrepreneurs.
You can find many of the capital’s coworking tech hubs at Regus locations. Many tech companies choose coworking spaces in London at their inception not just because they save money.
Coworking spaces are ideal for tech industry startups that want to get ahead. Shared working spaces are ideal for building connections and collaborations, as they offer a working environment where entrepreneurs share ideas, skills, feedback, and resources.
Naturally, many businesses see this boosts employee creativity and ultimately leads to greater productivity.
In this article, we cover coworking in London that tech startups should consider from hot desks to meeting rooms.
Coworking tech hubs in London
There's not just one tech cluster in London. There are, in fact, dozens based right across the city. Like the boroughs, each cluster is distinct, attracting companies across an eclectic range of industries.
Consider looking for startup office space in the following areas:
London Silicon Roundabout (Old Street to Shoreditch)
The home of many of London's innovative tech startups and scale-ups. This area of the capital offers premier networking opportunities.
It's a great place to impress both customers and investors. You'll be neighbours to the likes of TransferWise, Monzo, Revolut, and Deliveroo.
The surrounding area of Shoreditch is buzzing with unique energy and a wide selection of cafés, bars and restaurants. Take in the impressive murals decorating many of the streets in the area.
Camden
Camden is a meeting place for culture, entertainment and entrepreneurialism.
This is the capital's epicentre for fashion innovators, social businesses and creative agencies. As the home of the latest in tech, fashion and more, it’s been able to attract multinational giants like Google and Facebook.
Famous for its market, Camden’s diversity gives it its charm with great bars, entertainment venues and amazing street food.
Hackney
In Hackney, the capital comes into its sharpest contrast as it blends the historic with the avant-garde. It's a fascinating mix of Victorian terraces, converted warehouses and repurposed industrial buildings.
Here you’ll find startups at the bleeding edge of biotech, digital media and smart city solutions. Amazon, 7digital and MOO base themselves in this cluster in and around East London Tech City.
Islington
Islington is one of the capital's most diverse and international boroughs - a great place for culture, leisure and business.
It's home to many tech innovators, creative agencies and digital social ventures. Here you'll find AI medical software provider Scarlet and machine learning startup Nous.
Westminster
Westminster is the heart and soul of London and the seat of power for the UK. It’s the convergence of organisations that shape society, from government institutions to media conglomerates.
Westminster is home to SaaS services provider Vertice and crypto wallet specialist Januus.
Coworking space for tech startups
Below, find coworking space in 12 of London’s most tech startup-friendly locations.
Coworking spaces in East London's tech city
Coworking in Shoreditch and the surrounding areas means that you’re close to London's East London Tech City.
Better known as Silicon Roundabout, many tech startups, scaleups and established players are here. The area attracts talent and companies from around the world.
The four major Regus centres in this area are:
Broadgate Tower
Broadgate Tower is on London's vibrant Liverpool Street where many reputable companies maintain their head offices.
This iconic glass skyscraper is ideal for tech startups. If you want to network and grow your business, this is a great place to do so.
Use the centre's Wi-Fi-enabled meeting rooms and break-out areas for creativity and collaboration. Transport links are great and the centre has full disabled access.
Nearby is Spitalfields market, which features a variety of food, drink, and relaxation spots. This makes the area excellent for a cutlrure aiming to strike a good work-life balance.
Available space:
● Private offices: 29
● Coworking desks: 12
● Meeting rooms: 2
Centre details:
● Address: Broadgate Tower, 20 Primrose Street, London, EC2A 2EW
● Private offices: from £315
● Coworking space: from £279
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: Primrose Street H
● Nearest Tube stop: Liverpool Street
● Nearest Overground stop: Liverpool Street
● Nearest train station: Liverpool Street
Liverpool Street New Broad Street House
New Broad Street House is an impressive mix of Victorian architecture and modern design. Based on Liverpool Street in London's financial hub, coworking from here puts your business at the heart of the action.
The centre has everything startups need. 24-hour CCTV monitoring delivers security and the location is easy to get to. Take advantage of the meeting rooms and breakout areas for interviews and training.
If you're hungry and are too busy to leave the office, there's an on-site sandwich service and vending machines.
Surrounding Broadgate Circle has great pubs, restaurants and entertainment options. For quiet time, pop down to Finsbury Circus and St Botolph-without-Bishopsgate.
Available space:
● Private offices: 224
● Coworking desks: 44
● Meeting rooms: 12
Centre details:
● Address: New Broad Street House, 35 New Broad Street, London, EC2M 1NH
● Private offices: from £429
● Coworking space: from £409
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: Wormwood Street (Stop Q)
● Nearest Tube stop: Liverpool Street
● Nearest Overground stop: Liverpool Street
● Nearest train station: Liverpool Street
Shoreditch, Islington
If you want coworking space in Shoreditch, the Regus Shoreditch, Islington centre is ideal.
Situated near Shoreditch High Street, tech startups here can readily embed themselves in one of London’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. The centre is also stunning, with oceanic natural light flooding the atrium and setting a vibrant tone and dynamic atmosphere.
Based close to ‘Silicon Roundabout’, Shoreditch, Islington's sandwich and coffee bar keeps energy levels high.
If you want to cycle to work, there's bike storage and showers here. Take advantage of the break-out areas for impromptu meetings and networking.
Enjoy all Shoreditch has to offer. When you want to take a step away from work, visit nearby green spaces like St Luke’s Garden.
Available space:
● Private offices: 129
● Coworking desks: 28
● Meeting rooms: 6
Centre details:
● Address: 25 City Road, London EC1Y 1AA
● Private offices: from £249
● Coworking space: from £169
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: Finsbury Square (Stop D) (21, 76, 141, N271)
● Nearest Tube stop: Old Street
● Nearest train station: Old Street
Coworking in the city and Central London
For tech startups wanting coworking space in Central London, two stand-out Regus choices are:
The Gherkin
The Gherkin, standing tall at 30 St Mary's Axe, attracts many tech startups, especially within fintech. It's hard to be more central than here. Neighbours include the Stock Exchange and the Bank of England. Sell to, network with and take inspiration from the businesses based here.
The centre is ideal for collaboration with break-out areas and an on-site restaurant. Benefit from 24-hour CCTV monitoring for your security and the site's disability access.
The culture, food, and entertainment in this area are world-class. It's great for work-life balance and attracting top talent.
Available space:
● Private offices: 41
● Coworking desks: 21
● Meeting rooms: 4
Centre details:
● Address: 30 St Mary's Axe, London, EC3A 8BF
● Private offices: from £539
● Coworking space: from £469
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: Duke's Place (Stop A)
● Nearest Tube stop: Aldgate
● Nearest Overground stop: Liverpool Street
● Nearest train station: Fenchurch Street
Victoria Grosvenor Gardens
Victoria Grosvenor Gardens takes you close to the seat of power in the UK. Major government departments, media organisations and lobbying organisations work from this area.
The borough is also renowned for its commercial dynamism, making it ideal for tech startups.
Getting to the centre is easy as it benefits from being on major travel routes. If you want to cycle to work, there's storage for your bike here.
Surrounding the centre are Knightsbridge and Belgravia's well-known shopping and dining scenes. This beautiful area of London also has many attractive green spaces where you can take refreshing breaks.
Available space:
● Private offices: 61
● Coworking desks: 14
● Meeting rooms: 3
Centre details:
● Address: 52 Grosvenor Gardens, London, SW1W 0AU
● Private offices: from £369
● Coworking space: from £289
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: Victoria Station (Stop R)
● Nearest Tube stop: Victoria
● Nearest train station: Victoria
South London coworking options
For tech startups seeking coworking in South London, here are three great Regus choices:
London Bridge More London
London Bridge More London is a premium location and an iconic Foster + Partners building. This centre is at the core of the London Fintech Cluster and is home to innovators like Monzo, GoCardless and Curve.
Base your business here and share your address with companies like PwC and EY.
The building and the area are hives of business activity and a high-profile statement of intent for a tech startup. That’s why so many choose a coworking space in London Bridge for their first office.
This vibrant, tech-oriented space is modern, contemporary and eye-catching.
The on-site café and outdoor terrace invite both networking and relaxation. Carry on after-hours at the wide range of first-class dining and entertainment venues.
Available space:
● Private offices: 83
● Coworking desks: 20
● Meeting rooms: 4
Centre details:
● Address: 3 More London Riverside, London, SE1 2RE
● Private offices: from £489
● Coworking space: from £469
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: London Bridge Bus Station
● Nearest Tube stop: London Bridge
● Nearest train station: London Bridge
Croydon Interchange
Come to Croydon, London's fast-growing tech haven.
Here you find leading companies in web/software development, digital marketing and blockchain. Rising stars Goodcore Software and SDNA Tech have already established deep roots in this dynamic locale.
Croydon Interchange House places your tech startup in the middle of it all. A Grade A building with an inspiring glass lobby, getting here is easy thanks to its closeness to West Croydon station
Floor to ceiling windows allow light to flood into the modern, fully-equipped offices. For long working days, there's an on-site restaurant and sandwich bar and the outside seating offers a refreshing break.
Network in the centre in the break-out areas and meeting rooms. Network with industry and thought leaders based in the area.
Available space:
● Private offices: 76
● Coworking desks: 19
● Meeting rooms: 5
Centre details:
● Address: 81-85 Station Road, London CR0 2RD
● Private offices: from £199
● Coworking space: from £189
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: St Mary's Church / West Croydon (Stop WG)
● Nearest Tube stop: West Croydon
● Nearest train station: West Croydon
Richmond Station
Richmond is developing a growing reputation for e-commerce, digital media and cybersecurity. Being a part of the landscape lends credibility to any tech startup as well as fantastic networking opportunities. Businesses that already have a presence in this area include eBay, PayPal, and Haymarket Media Group.
Richmond Station is in the thriving town of Kew. It's best known for its traditional industries - pharmaceuticals, food production and film.
You will find our centre at the grade A-rated Parkshot House, whose robust travel network includes access to Richmond Station and the M3.
Regus Richmond Station has a bright, airy and stylish modern interior design accent. With four meeting rooms and break-out areas, you have what you need to network and collaborate with other tech businesses.
Available space:
● Private offices: 138
● Coworking desks: 47
● Meeting rooms: 4
Centre details:
● Address: 5 Kew Road, Richmond upon Thames TW9 2PR
● Private offices: from £239
● Coworking space: from £229
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: Richmond Station (Stop E)
● Nearest Tube stop: Richmond
● Nearest Overground stop: Richmond
● Nearest train station: Richmond
Coworking spaces in North London
Euston, part of Camden and a stone's throw from King's Cross, is buzzing with tech activity. Large corporations like Salesforce and Expedia have found their home here.
Euston is also part of the "Knowledge Quarter", a network of over 100 organisations within a mile of King's Cross.
This group consists of influential academic, cultural, research, scientific and media bodies. Two prominent members are The Francis Crick Institute and The Alan Turing Institute.
Euston Station
Euston Station is at the heart of this thriving business district. The centre itself is a beautiful and traditional red-brick building, offering a stylish blend of history and modernity.
Inside, it's light and airy and complete with the latest facilities.
For tech startups intent on networking, the centre's break-out areas and a business lounge are ideal. If you need a short time away from the office to take a break from your productive workspace, the nearby Russell Square offers an open space to relax and reflect.
Hammersmith is great for work-life balance too thanks to its green spaces, bars, restaurants and transport links.
Available space:
● Private offices: 117
● Coworking desks: 12
● Meeting rooms: 6
Centre details:
● Address: 16 Upper Woburn Place, London WC1H 0AF
● Private offices: from £285
● Coworking space: from £239
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: Upper Woburn Place / Euston Road (Stop L)
● Nearest Tube stop: Euston
● Nearest Overground stop: Euston
● Nearest train station: Euston
Hamilton House, Euston
Hamilton House Euston is ideal for tech startups looking to build links in the city. Road, rail and tube links make it easy to get to and from the centre. St. Pancras International is close by too.
The grand entrance to this modern building impresses clients and staff. This energy continues throughout the office space, which offers accommodating meeting rooms and collaborative break-out areas.
The centre features an on-site lunch restaurant and vending machines so you can refuel without leaving the building.
The Hammersmith area is a compelling mix of the urban and natural. It both stimulates and relaxes, perfect for encouraging both creativity and productivity.
Available space:
● Private offices: 88
● Coworking desks: 15
● Meeting rooms: 10
Centre details:
● Address: Mabledon Place, London WC1H 9BB
● Private offices: from £215
● Coworking space: from £209
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: British Library (Stop B)
● Nearest Tube stop: Euston
● Nearest Overground stop: Euston
● Nearest train station: Euston
West London coworking
Over £8bn is being invested in Hammersmith to attract new business. Here you can already find a fast-growing cluster of media and tech businesses.
Hammersmith is home to the London offices of several big companies, including Cathay Pacific, L'Oréal, Sony, Virgin and Walt Disney. It's also handy for international travel because Heathrow Airport is just 20 minutes away.
Two coworking spaces to consider here are
Hammersmith The Foundry
The Foundry is a standout workspace located in a great neighbourhood.
Featuring a stylish and innovative interior design, this centre is a superb place to work from. It's exactly the place for startups to innovate and create.
Collaborate and ideate in the centre's fully-equipped break-out areas and meeting rooms. Alternatively, retreat to the fern-filled roof terrace instead. If you're hungry, visit the highly thought-of on-site lunch restaurant.
Work off excess energy in the free squash court and then clean yourself up in the showers. Regus Hammersmith The Foundry also has a storage area for your bike if you want to cycle to work.
Available space:
● Private offices: 159
● Coworking desks: 42
● Meeting rooms: 6
Centre details:
● Address: 77 Fulham Palace Road, London W6 8AF
● Private offices: from £375
● Coworking space: from £359
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: Hammersmith Broadway (Stop N)
● Nearest Tube stop: Hammersmith
White City
White City is close to Television Centre and Imperial College. For media and tech startups wanting to ride the wave of investment in the borough, this centre is ideal.
An attractive modern building, here you can effortlessly collaborate and network. This is a pivotal activity for any tech startup looking to grow its productivity and client base.
You, clients and staff, can get here quickly too. It's just off the Westway and near Central, Hammersmith and City tube lines.
When the day is over or you need a break, make a point of visiting the local parks to experience peace and nature.
Available space:
● Private offices: 47
● Coworking desks: 30
● Meeting rooms: 3
Centre details:
● Address: 84 Wood Lane, London W12 0BZ
● Private offices: from £505
● Coworking space: from £479
● Opening hours: 24/7
● Nearest bus stop: Cavell House (Stop P)
How to find coworking spaces in London
For tech startups, office space in London can be an expensive first step.
Save money and time by opting for coworking space instead. It’s less expensive and doesn’t require the same level of commitment as signing a commercial lease.
Regus has over 50 centres in London. We have the most offices across all London business districts so you can be where your business needs you to be.
If business takes you away from London, download the Regus app. You can rent out coworking spaces, private offices and business lounges at over 4,000 worldwide Regus locations.
Book a Day Pass or, if you travel frequently, consider becoming a Regus member. To find out more about coworking space in London, you can reach out to one of our many experts and talk to us today about working your way with Regus.
