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About Romford
Romford is a large and vibrant town in the Borough of Havering in East London. Once a market town, Romford has experienced significant growth over the years and is now one of the largest commercial areas outside central London, with a thriving retail, entertainment and leisure economy. It has become a popular business address, offering affordable office rentals with great facilities and excellent links to the capital.
In the past few years, Romford’s expanding retail centres and increased footfall have strengthened the town centre’s business community.
The close proximity of Essex’s countryside, as well as the business opportunities that London provides, gives companies the best of both worlds. The key industries in Romford are retail, hospitality, service firms, and the arts, with office space accounting for a large share of the area's economic value. The main business district is close to the railway station, but there are other pockets of activity elsewhere in the town.
There are several attractions in and around the area, including the Upminster Windmill, Havering Country Park, Old McDonald’s Farm and Valence House.
Romford Office Space
Romford has a number of offices that are well-suited to small and medium-sized businesses requiring workspace close to London. This area is home to a range of private and shared office buildings that can be rented on flexible terms.
Whether you are a start-up or an established company, there is a great selection of furnished and unfurnished offices in the Romford area to suit companies of all types. Romford has several parking solutions, including car parks at The Brewery Shopping Centre, Angel Way, and Romford Market Place, for those driving around the town on their lunch break.
Businesses looking for a nearby base can also consider office space in Ilford or Brentwood, which offer a similar feel.
Nearby Areas
Romford is surrounded by Ilford to the south-west, Chigwell to the north-west, Brentwood to the north-east, and Hornchurch and Upminster to the south-east.
We have found that each neighbouring area attracts various types of companies. For example, Brentwood is popular with professional services, whilst Upminster provides a suburban-style base.
Transport Links
Romford is well-connected, with trains to London and beyond, including Shenfield, Chelmsford, and Colchester, making it a great location for renting office space. Trains to Liverpool Street take around 17 minutes via the new Elizabeth line, which also offers direct links to Paddington and Reading. By road, the A12 connects Romford to London and Suffolk, and there are also numerous bus routes throughout the area.
Eateries in Romford
There is a great range of entertainment and dining options in Romford, with a selection of pubs for after-work drinks with the rest of the office and the Queen’s Theatre for catching a show. Culinary-speaking, Romford has a wide variety of cuisines to choose from, from Indian and Italian at Bekash or Ciao Bella, to Brazilian at Braza.
How Romford’s Office Market is Shaping Up in 2025
Romford’s office market is strongly influenced by the retail sector, with many companies seeking to benefit from the area's increased footfall.
New residential developments near the station have brought a larger workforce into the local area.
Office spaces close to the station are in high demand for companies looking for quick access to central London and the City.
