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Cheapest Areas to Rent in London 2026

The top 20 postcode districts in London ranked by lowest median monthly rent. The London average median rent is £1,508.7/mo.

London Summary
20
Ranked
£1,508.7/mo
London Avg
248
Total Districts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest areas to rent in London?

The top cheapest areas to rent in London are RM17 (Romford), RM15 (Romford), RM18 (Romford). These areas are ranked by lowest median monthly rent.

Is RM17 Romford a good area?

RM17 Romford scores 51/100 on PostcodeScore, ranking #1 for cheapest areas to rent in London.

How are the cheapest areas to rent in London calculated?

Rankings are based on the Median Rent derived from official data sources including police crime data, Land Registry, Ofsted, and ONS statistics. Each district is scored 0-100 across 8 domains.

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