Towards the end of 2021, we saw increased demand by renters in certain parts of London. We’ve shortlisted the top 4 sought after areas, highlighting the top reasons we think these locations are so popular amongst renters. We find the most common local attractions mentioned by applicants when seeking a new home are accessibility, close to a park and buzzing cafe/restaurant/cinema culture. **BATTERSEA - SOUTH LONDON** 4 mins to Victoria and 8 mins to Waterloo Battersea Power Station development Riverside Independent boutiques Northcote Road Market Battersea Park The London Heliport **NOTTING HILL - WEST LONDON** 4 mins to Paddington and 10 mins to Victoria Portobello Market Westfield Shopping Centre Plethora of restaurants and bars Theatre and cinema culture Holland Park **HACKNEY - EAST LONDON** 12 mins away from Liverpool Street The Hackney Empire theatre Hackney Picturehouse Broadway Market Close to canal London Fields Lido **WEST HAMPSTEAD - NORTH LONDON** 14 minutes aways from Waterloo Bustling restaurant and cafe culture Farmer's Market Hampstead Heath O2 Centre JW3