...especially when compared to property prices.
Most people seem to think London is too expensive, but that is only because they look at the property prices. Looking at Rightmove, 1 bed flats in the best places for transport, for example Stratford and Surbiton, can now be had for around £1,200 per month. There's no point nowadays commuting from places like Basingstoke or Reading to save on rent as you will only be saving about £100-£200 per month. Even Bristol can be £800-£900 per month.
Most people seem to think London is too expensive, but that is only because they look at the property prices. Looking at Rightmove, 1 bed flats in the best places for transport, for example Stratford and Surbiton, can now be had for around £1,200 per month. There's no point nowadays commuting from places like Basingstoke or Reading to save on rent as you will only be saving about £100-£200 per month. Even Bristol can be £800-£900 per month.