Shoreditch

Looking for office space to rent in Shoreditch?

A trendy postcode on the edge of Tech City, Shoreditch office space is incredibly popular with businesses and workers alike.

So, what is the cost of renting an office space in Shoreditch?

 

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ABOUT

Shoreditch is a trendy district of East London, located within the London borough of Hackney, just to the north of the City of London. Having undergone major gentrification within the last 20 years, Shoreditch has become a very popular and fashionable area of London – attracting wealthier residents and businesses alike.

Given its proximity to Tech City’s Silicon Roundabout, many creative and tech companies choose to rent office space in Shoreditch. The area also attracts those in the financial sector, with several important banks and institutions being based here.

Being near Liverpool Street Station means Shoreditch has excellent transport links with the rest of the city as well as further afield. Its trendy reputation makes it an attractive place for workers, being a hotbed of culture with plenty of fun bars, quirky shops and lively nightlife.

Get in touch with our team of expert London office rental agents for more information on property in the area.

NEARBY BOROUGHS

Shoreditch is in the East end of London as part of the borough of London borough of Hackney. Once a working class area, it’s undergone significant gentrification and is a popular London postcode for businesses of many sizes.

If Shoreditch isn’t ideal for you, explore the neighbouring boroughs of Islington (to the west), Tower Hamlets (to the south & east), and The City of London (to the south & west).

TRANSPORT LINKS

Located in East London, North of the City of London, Shoreditch is accessible via multiple public transport options including Liverpool Street Station within an 8-minute walk, as well as Shoreditch High Street Overground station.

Journey times from Shoreditch High Street:

  • Kings Cross – 20 minutes (1 change)
  • Heathrow – Around 50 minutes (Elizabeth Line + Overground)
  • London City Airport – 30 mins (7 miles)
  • Paddington – 20 minutes

Nearest Airport

  • London City Airport: 7 miles or around 30 mins on the London Underground

The Shoreditch Office Space Community

PLAYTIME

Known for its alternative art scene, trendy shops and fun bars, you’ll certainly not struggle for things to do outside of work hours with an office space in Shoreditch.

Spend your lunch break devouring delicious street food from Old Spitalfields Market or Shoreditch Boxpark. Though famous for its curry houses, Brick Lane’s Beigel Bake has built up its own legendary reputation, serving fresh bagels and desserts 24/7. Take advantage of some of the city’s best vintage shops or relax in the peaceful Shoreditch Park, and of course, there are hipster coffee shops on nearly every corner.

Shoreditch is notorious for its nightlife, with plenty of cool bars and clubs to dance the night away. From the 80s-inspired Tonight Josephine, to the most painfully trendy cocktail bars and speakeasies like Nightjar, and Cocktail Trading Co., Shoreditch has something for everyone. Including… London’s biggest adult ball pit cocktail bar (yes you read that right), Ballie Ballerson is always a fun staff night out! Our hidden secret… Black Rock, is an intimate whisky bar with a gigantic tree trunk filled with whisky.

You’re spoiled for trendy up-and-coming restaurants, be it Michelin-starred BRAT or Smoking Goat Shoreditch downstairs, or something more casual like Dishoom or SMOKESTAK. There are plenty of restaurants geared up to impress your clients and your staff just around the corner no matter where you are in Shoreditch.

HOW DO I FIND OFFICE SPACE TO RENT IN SHOREDITCH?

Interested in a trendy Shoreditch office space of your own? Whether you’re a tech start-up, or a growing creative agency, we help relocate businesses of all shapes and sizes. 

Our team have the experience, knowledge of Tech City’s commercial property market and buying power to help you secure your dream office. Browse our portfolio of Shoreditch office spaces or create a bespoke search of your own and our expert team will support you each step of the way. From building surveys to dilapidations and office fit outs – we work hard to make your move as seamless as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shoreditch a good place to start a business in 2023?

Since the beginning of its gentrification around twenty years ago, Shoreditch has been a hotbed for businesses looking for a desirable postcode. While some of the buzz has moved to other up-and-coming areas of London, Shoreditch remains a popular place for commercial properties. With some international names making the postcode their home, the halo effect of other businesses has been significant, with a raft of startups moving into the district.
With a real business community, particularly in tech around the district, Shoreditch is still a sought-after postcode for many businesses. With good transport links, lots of amenities, and similar-minded businesses in close proximity, it will likely be a popular choice for new businesses for the foreseeable future.

What companies are based in Shoreditch?

Since huge growth starting around 1996, Shoreditch has become home to may global business such as Google, TransferWise, Amazon and WeWork, each with their own impressive flagship office spaces. ASOS, while headquartered in Camden, also has a large presence in Shoreditch, as does the government-backed Tech City UK, who champion national tech businesses in the UK. Tech businesses have been settling in Shoreditch for years, by choosing an office space in Shoreditch you’ll be in good company.

What types of office space are available within Shoreditch?

With a raft of big-name businesses setting up shop in Shoreditch, particularly within the tech space covering dozens of different specific industry verticals, the quantity and diversity of available office space in the area has grown. This means that office space of high specification exists, as well as more rough and ready office space used for startups and scaleups. Shoreditch is known for its Victorian warehouse-style buildings, many of which have since become desirable office spaces, and provide some contrast to the more modern glass-fronted, stark purpose built office spaces which dot the area.

Are the public transport links in Shoreditch good for commuters?

Being so close to Liverpool Street station means that Shoreditch is well served for transport connections including the Elizabeth Line now offering an extended reach both east and west. Shoreditch High Street Overground offers easy access to Hackney, Stratford and Islington to the North, as well as across the Thames to Peckham and Brixton, and with both a wealth of bus stops and ‘Boris Bike’ stations in the region, getting across Shoreditch is relatively easy.

Why is shoreditch a good place to start a business?

Shoreditch is a vibrant district of London, and home to a growing number of startups as well as established global businesses. Now the location for ‘Silicon Roundabout’ , it is a hub for tech businesses, making it a breeding ground for startups and incubators. With so many startup businesses calling Shoreditch their home, it’s easy to find like-minded business owners, mentors, and supporting businesses that will be facing similar growth, issues, and need similar support structures.
It has great transport links and a booming nightlife scene too, making it a popular choice for socialising, and that work-hard-play-hard mentality shared by many startup businesses. In short, starting a business in Shoreditch means there’ll be other business owners nearby with a similar growth mentality, and support options when it comes to business help and advice, making the Shoreditch community a valuable asset.

Does Shoreditch have good gym and fitness facilities?

Shoreditch’s mix of startup and well established tech businesses mean that gym facilities are plentiful and varied, with more than twenty in a couple of square kilometers. Whether you’re looking for barre classes, more exclusive fitness facilities like those at Soho House, or value high street offerings like PureGym, there are fitness options for all tastes and fitness levels. The boutique BLOK is well-known for it’s range of fitness classes like Vinyasa, Power Yoga, and BLOKSTRENGTH, or at the more rough and ready end of things, bootcamps from the likes of Train Dirty offer ‘the purest form of exercise’.

How much is office space in Shoreditch?

The price of office space on Shoreditch has risen over the course of the last two decades but expect to pay between £23 – £73 per sq ft. depending on fit-out, location, proximity to transport links, and other factors.

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