London area guides
For an easy way to find information about some key local areas in London start by searching our London area guide. Alphabetically ordered by area name you'll find all you want to know about London - from local area highlights, the latest property to buy or rent, leading local Estate Agencies and lists of local area resources.
London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is home to a population of about 7.5 million [1] people. The most populous city in Europe, London is a diverse and cosmopolitan location brimming with culture and history. As a world class business and travel hub, Londonâ~@~Ys property market is notoriously expensive, particularly in the Central London and West End areas. London has the sixth largest city economy in the world [2] and its primary industry is finance. Other primary industries include tourism and manufacturing. Unemployment is 6.1 per cent [3] .
London experiences a fairly standard UK climate, with summer daytime temperatures averaging 20úC and winter daytime temperatures averaging 7 úC to 9 úC [4]. Snow is not as common as it is in other UK locations due to the heat generated by the urban area.
Widely regarded as having one of the best public transport systems in the world, London is famous for its underground railway system, commonly referred to as The Tube. The bus network in London is one of the biggest in the world and runs for 24 hours. There are five major airports in London. Heathrow Airport, located 15 miles west of Central London, is the busiest airport in the world for international traffic.
London Property Market
Central London encompasses the West End, East End, South Bank and the inner suburbs to the west and north of the city. Property in London is some of the most expensive in the world and prices continue to increase even in poorer areas of the city.
Londonâ~@~Ys West End encompasses the districts of Convent Garden, Mayfair, Westminster, Soho, Chelsea, South Kensington and Paddington among others. The districts of Kensington and Chelsea are generally where the most expensve property is situated, followed by Westminster property.
In contrast, the East End, comprised of Whitechapel, Stepney and parts of Hackney and Middlesex, is associated with poverty. Although one of the poorest areas in Britain, property prices in the East End are on the rise, as various areas are being regenerated and made fashionable.
London Information
London The official government website for the Great London Authority covering topics like London events as well as links to Transport for London, London Development Agency, London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority and Metropolitan Police.
In 2012, London will host the Olympic and Paralympic Games. To keep up to date with changes in your local area visit the London 2012 site for news , sports and events, getting involved and what will happen in your area.
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