If you’re hunting for a place to rent in London that won’t drain your bank account – it’s going to require some serious searching and process of elimination. If I were you I would definitely kiss goodbye spots that rhyme with Blackney and Halston.
Unfortunately renting in London is typically synonymous with dropped some large p’s. But if your tenancy is up for renewal and you’re looking for a new spot – there is one ‘quaint’ borough that could provide you not only good value for your money but also some peace and quiet away from all the renting madness.
With average rents around £1,325 a month, it’s officially the cheapest borough in the city. Add in its handy transport links to Charing Cross and London Victoria and you’ve got a pretty appealing option for affordable living with easy commutes. Tucked away in the South East, Bexley is the spot to check out.
Bexley is known to be one of the greenest boroughs in London – offering a ton of parks and woodland areas. In addition to it being a haven for nature lovers, it is also ranked as among the top two boroughs in London in terms of safety from crime.
According to Rent London Flat, recent research reveals that renting as a group of four in Bexley is the most affordable way to live in the capital. With costs ranging from just £400-£500 per person per month, it’s around 35% cheaper than the average price of renting a room in many other areas of London.
Believe it or not, getting into Central London from Bexley is surprisingly easy and is no more than the average commuting time of Londoner. You can hop on a train from Bexley Station to Charing Crosswhich takes about 38 minutes, or take the Slade Green to Cannon Street route, which gets you there in 45 minutes.
What makes it even more appealing is that you can take the Elizabeth Line from Abbey Wood. It whisks you to Paddington in just 31 minutes, and yes, it’s air-conditioned too.
If you’re open to life in Zone 5/6, Bexley might just be the perfect fit.
The best things to do in Bexley
🍃 Explore Danson Park, featuring a playground, sports facilities, boating lake, and café.
🏠 Visit Hall Place and Gardensa stunning Tudor mansion with beautiful gardens, museum, and art gallery.
🪵 Discover Bexley Woods with its walking trails and wildlife.
🎨 Tour The Red Houseonce home to famous artist and designer William Morris.
🕰️ Visit the Bexleyheath Clock Toweran iconic local landmark.
