Moving to London in June for a permanent role. What's a good area to live in, friends? Looking for a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom place ideally.

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I would avoid south and East of where you’re at and go north or south. Islington/central areas around holborn/Bloomsbury/fitzrovia tend to have better transport links and are really buzzy on the weekends. It’s more convenient for someone new to London.

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East anywhere in Tower hamlets will be comparatively cheap, well connected and have dome bits going on. There are q lot of new build to rent developments like FizzyLiving popping up that are good options

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Alternatively, South around Bermondsey, Canada Water etc isn't bad either - a bit more expensive though

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Very helpful! Thank you!!

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Feel free to DM if you have any specific questions :)

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Further info: partner's office will be in Aldgate and mine near Cannon Street station.

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