Southwark FAQs

How much does it cost to rent commercial property in Southwark?

The price per sq. ft. that you’ll pay for a rental property in Southwark depends on a number of factors including location, finish/fit out, and intended usage of the premises. If you’re just looking for a guide, you can expect to pay between £1,300 and £13,000 month, or equivalent £15,000 and £160,000 per annum for a railway arch space in Southwark. 

Is Southwark convenient for suppliers and customers?

Located conveniently just south of the river, Southwark is easy to get to whether by car or by public transport. The borough is located just off the A3 so access is easy via London Bridge, or Tower Bridge just to its east. Our Southwark railway arches come with dedicated yards which are ideal for unloading stock, or for visiting clients, business partners and customers.

For those looking to make the most of public transport, Southwark is well placed, with several underground and overground stations, bus routes covering much of the area, and cycle lanes for those taking the green option.

Do the railway units in Southwark receive good footfall?

With local landmarks like many of London’s iconic bridges, skyscrapers like The Shard, as well as historic monuments like the Globe Theatre, Southwark Cathedral, and Crossbones Graveyard, there are plenty of tourists and visitors to London in Southwark, particularly in the north of the borough. Areas a little further to the south like Peckham and Camberwell are heavily residential, with thousands of London residents heading to and from work each day.

Is Southwark a safe place to work and start a business?

Southwark is generally a very safe area, with many thriving commercial businesses operating within the area. If you’re considering opening a business premises in Southwark, you needn’t be worried about your safety as Southwark boasts a very average crime rate — that is to say, not much different from the UK average. We would always recommend securing your unit and employing CCTV and other basic security measures where possible, but crime and general safety shouldn’t dissuade you from a commercial property in south London.