Best neighbourhoods in London for young professionals
Byron tops London's list for young professionals, pulling in the highest median income among the top ten at $129,000, with Calamity Corners close behind on education at 58.4% university-educated. Kilworth pays the most overall, about $145,000.
Citywide, London isn't much of a transit town. Only 5.7% of commuters take public transit, and just 4.1% walk to work. But 34.1% of residents get to work in under 15 minutes, so short commutes are common even without transit.
Overall, 29.2% of London residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and density sits around 2,881 people per square kilometre.
What matters for young professionals in London
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Top neighbourhoods
| Neighbourhood | Median income | Median age | University-educated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Byron · London | $129,000 | 41.2 | 55.9% |
| 2. Kilworth · London | $145,000 | 41.6 | 46.6% |
| 3. Calamity Corners · London | $115,000 | 42.4 | 58.4% |
| 4. Colonel Talbot & Royal Magnolia · London | $158,000 | 40.4 | 45.0% |
| 5. Masonville · London | $107,000 | 54.8 | 49.6% |
| 6. Oakridge Park · London | $111,000 | 49.2 | 47.8% |
| 7. Southdale & Tillman · London | $136,000 | 40.8 | 41.1% |
| 8. Oxford & Commissioners · London | $112,000 | 37.2 | 44.5% |
| 9. Southdale & Boler · London | $140,000 | 39.6 | 38.7% |
| 10. Riverbend & Kains · London | $119,000 | 60.4 | 40.7% |
| 11. Boler & Griffith · London | $130,000 | 42.8 | 35.7% |
| 12. Uplands · London | $104,000 | 34.4 | 42.1% |
| 13. Settlement & Old Garrison · London | $113,000 | 38.0 | 35.6% |
| 14. Wortley Village · London | $83,000 | 34.8 | 51.5% |
| 15. Hyde Park · London | $96,000 | 34.0 | 39.6% |
| 16. Orchard Park · London | $86,000 | 31.2 | 45.3% |
| 17. Fanshawe · London | $105,000 | 36.8 | 34.2% |
| 18. Northdale · London | $95,000 | 37.2 | 39.5% |
| 19. Stoneybrook · London | $106,000 | 46.8 | 32.1% |
| 20. Sunningdale & South Wenige · London | $99,000 | 33.2 | 32.6% |
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Common questions
What is the best London neighbourhood for young professionals?
Byron ranks first for young professionals in London, with a median income around $129,000. Calamity Corners follows, with 58.4% of residents holding a university degree.
Do young professionals in London commute by transit?
Not often. Only 5.7% of London commuters use public transit citywide, and just 4.1% walk to work, so most people rely on driving.
Are commutes short in London?
For many, yes. About 34.1% of London residents get to work in under 15 minutes, even though transit use is low.
How educated are young professionals in London's top neighbourhoods?
Highly. Citywide, 29.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher, and neighbourhoods like Calamity Corners and Byron top 55% to 58% university-educated.