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Originally known as the square mile, the City of London is the smallest of London’s districts in terms population and size. This world-famous centre of finance - with more businesses than permanent residents – makes for a superb place to live in the heart of London for its 10,000 or more residents. Incorporating areas such as Holborn and Barbican, the City enjoys close proximity to many high-density commercial areas as well as a number of London’s historic sites – such as the Tower of London and St Paul’s Cathedral – and the world-famous food markets of Spitalfields and Billingsgate.

The History of City of London

The City of London was founded by the Romans between AD 43 and 50. More than 300,000 people come to the City to work every day. The City's population fell rapidly in the 19th century and throughout a majority of the 20th century, as people moved outwards to the suburbs surrounding London. City of London saw a major rebuilding programme altering the urban landscape, to make way for modern developments.

Living in City of London

As you would expect the City is one of the best-connected areas of London for public transport with a 6B (Excellent) PTAL rating. The area enjoys no fewer than 11 Underground stations – served by District, Circle, Central, Waterloo and City, and Northern lines - DLR services linking residents to Canary Wharf in just 20 minutes, fast access to all London mainline stations and international airports, and business favourite London City Airport just half an hour away.

Popular for high-income professionals looking for a pied-à-terre close to the office, residential property in the district can be in short supply.

Although house prices in The City grew slowly over the last 5 years, they are expected to bounce back with higher-than-average growth over the next half decade. Likewise rental prices in the area are expected to increase above the average for London.

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