London
London is a global capital with world-leading universities, unmatched cultural life, and the UK's highest cost of living.
8,982,000 population
400,000 students
Mild, changeable weather
Student Life Score
75
out of 100
cost45
safety75
transport98
friendliness82
Monthly Cost of Living
🏠Accommodation£900 – £2,200£1,300
🍽️Food£180 – £400£280
🚌Transport£100 – £220£160
💡Utilities£80 – £180£120
🎭Entertainment£100 – £350£200
Estimated total / month£1,360 – £3,350 £2,060
Safety
Safe in major student areas. Be aware of pickpockets on public transport.
Student-friendly areas
Bloomsbury
Camden
Stratford
New Cross
Mile End
Transport
Trains
Six major terminals; National Rail and Eurostar.
Buses
24-hour bus network across the city.
Airport
Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, City Airport all served.
Things To Do
British Museum
museum
Hyde Park
park
Oxford Street
shopping
Tower of London
attraction