FAQs About Renting Office Space in Farringdon
Why Rent Office Space in Farringdon?
Farringdon arguably features a strong cluster of architecture and design businesses. This creates a neighbourhood of potential collaborators and clients that not many adjacent areas can offer.
Our clients regularly highlight the area's three food markets as a genuine draw for staff. These markets can be found in Cowcross Yards, Exmouth and Leather Lane.
Clients also comment on the trendy, marketing/tech vibe of the area. They feel it offers a much more relaxed vibe than the city.
Farringdon is the only station in London where the Elizabeth line, Thameslink and London Underground lines converge into a single interchange. This makes the area incredibly accessible for staff who live outside of London.
How Much Does Office Space Cost to Rent in Farringdon?
| Type of Office |
Pricing |
Contracts |
Sizes |
| Serviced offices |
£560 to £590 per desk per month |
3 months to 3 years |
2 to 500 people |
| Coworking |
£280 to £300 per desk per month |
1 month to 1 year – can be rolling contracts |
1 to 20 people |
| Managed offices |
£170 to £220 per square foot per annum |
1 to 3+ years |
2 to 500 people+ |
| Virtual offices |
£50 to £80 per month for a business address |
Monthly rolling |
Any size |
| Leasehold offices |
£50 to £75 per square foot per annum |
1 to 5+ years |
1 to 500+ people |
Pricing reflects average rates from our Farringdon listings and market data gathered by our team. Individual offices
may fall outside these ranges depending on size, specification and contract length.
What Types of Properties Have Serviced Office Space to Rent in Farringdon?
Victorian properties around Cowcross Street and St John's Lane remain firm favourites for our clients. Converted Georgian and Edwardian buildings are a popular choice for media, publishing and creative firms.
The former courthouse on Clerkenwell Green is one of the standout private serviced offices we market in Farringdon.
With an established presence across the Farringdon market, we're well placed to find the right building for any business.
We took the pictures below on a previous visit to give an idea of the styles of office buildings in the area. We’ve also included St John’s Gate, a landmark arch dating back to the 16th century.
Which Companies Rent Serviced Offices in Farringdon?
Growth-stage companies increasingly choose to rent in Farringdon over Shoreditch for serviced workspace. We've found serviced office space in the area for companies including Tzolkin Ltd, Presidio Solutions UK and WP Orchard.
Farringdon's proximity to Hatton Garden attracts specialist trade, valuations and jewellery businesses. Other well-known organisations based in the area include Accenture, Okta and Depop, all along Farringdon Road. These businesses enjoy the area's position between the City and the creative economy of the district.
What Transport Connections Are Close to Workspaces in Farringdon?
|
Mode of Transport
|
Station/Stop |
Lines/Routes |
| Rail |
Farringdon
|
Thameslink, Elizabeth Line, Hammersmith & City, Circle, Metropolitan |
|
Barbican
|
Hammersmith & City, Circle, Metropolitan |
|
Chancery Lane
|
Central |
| Bus |
Multiple local stops |
63 to King's Cross 40 to Clerkenwell Green 341 to Northumberland Park
|
| Cycling |
Santander Cycles |
Cycle Superhighway 6 |
| Road Access |
Farringdon |
A201 - Blackfriars Bridge A40 – Holborn A1 – North London |
| Parking |
NCP Snowhill - West Smithfield NCP Caxton House - Cowcross Street NCP Saffron Hill - St Cross Street |
n/a |
Where Is Farringdon Located and What Is It Famous For?
Farringdon sits in central London, straddling the boundary between the City of London and the London Borough of Islington. It’s bordered by Clerkenwell to the north and Barbican to the east. Holborn and Chancery Lane lie to the west, while Blackfriars and St Paul's sit to the south.
Farringdon was the terminus of the world's first underground railway in 1863 and has long been a centre for craft, trade and industry. Many of the people we speak to know it best for the Exmouth and Smithfield Markets.
What Areas Are Nearby to Farringdon?
Clerkenwell is no more than a 2-to-3-minute walk away. As specialists in the area, we know this connection to London's design and media community is a genuine advantage for the creative and professional firms we help find office space here.
Chancery Lane is under a 10-minute walk west, sitting at the heart of London's legal district and the Inns of Court. This makes Farringdon particularly well-suited to the legal, compliance and professional services firms we work with.
Barbican’s proximity, just a 4-minute walk east, is something our clients mention both for its Tube access and the Barbican Centre on the doorstep.
St Paul's and the City are reachable in under 10 minutes on foot. Our clients benefit from prime City access at a fraction of the cost.
Which Serviced Offices to Rent in Farringdon Do We Recommend?
Cowcross Street - Best for boutique character
We rate this building as an option for businesses opting for a unique workspace. This five-storey former warehouse features original cast-iron columns, timber floors and sits behind a 3000 sq foot courtyard. We find this property particularly suits smaller creative and design teams who’ve outgrown a coworking desk.
Kirby Street - Best for sustainability-conscious teams
In our view, this is one of the strongest managed office options for businesses that prioritise sustainability credentials and amenities. It offers solar heating, sensor lighting and flooring made from recycled materials. We loved the views from the roof terrace across to St Paul's Cathedral and the Barbican.
St John's Lane - Best for client-facing meetings
In our experience, this is the best choice in Farringdon for businesses that regularly host clients on site. This building offers genuine amenity alongside a workspace. On-site facilities include a gym, wellness room, cinema and an outdoor terrace with a fire pit. We also find the space to be ideal for a business that uses their environment as a staff retention and wellbeing tool.
Why Should Businesses Use FreeOfficeFinder When Searching for Serviced Office Space in Farringdon?
For over two decades, we've been the trusted partner for businesses searching for serviced office space to rent in Farringdon. Our depth of knowledge in the area makes a practical difference from the first conversation.
Through both our website and an industry property database, we have access to the entire Farringdon office market. We will compare serviced, managed and coworking options to find the right fit. There are usually 25 to 40 serviced and managed office buildings available across this area at any one time, providing plenty of options to choose from.
We make it our priority to respond to every new enquiry within the hour. With a strong portfolio of offices across Cowcross Street, Charterhouse Street and Kirby Street, we're well placed to arrange a shortlist and viewings the same day.
We negotiate rent-free periods and break clauses directly on your behalf. We'll also check whether quoted rents reflect what businesses have agreed in this submarket recently.
Our service is 100% free and completely impartial, with no obligation at any stage.