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SW1A, spanning London’s political centre in Whitehall and St James’s, is now the capital’s most expensive postcode, according to analysis from mortgage broker Enness Global.more

The roll-out of 4G and 5G high-speed mobile coverage on the London Underground has reached the half-way stage – with the £1bn project due to be completed by the end of the year.more

Here’s the exact date that post-work daylight will return to the capital.more

Primark is set to open its first new branch in London in almost a decade, as it reveals plans for a new superstore in Wimbledon. Spanning 24,000 sq. ft of selling space on the ground floor, Primark will take over part of the former Debenhams unit in Wimbledon Quarter shopping centre.more

The number of murders recorded in London dropped to its lowest level per capita since records began, Scotland Yard chief Sir Mark Rowley has announced. There were 97 homicides in the capital in 2025, down 36 per cent from 153 in 2019 and 11 per cent fewer than the 109 in 2024.more

The Tube needn't be like sardines in a can - some sections of the map are very quiet, writes MyLondon.news.more

Earlier today - almost 27 months until the next election - Nigel Farage's Reform UK Party became the first challenger to announce their candidate to become Mayor of London in 2028. Mr Farage confirmed long-held rumours that Westminster Councillor Laila Cunningham will stand against Sir Sadiq Khan in two years' time.more

Storm Goretti has arrived in the UK bringing gusts of up to 100mph as a rare red warning for “dangerous, stormy” winds was issued.more

Across the capital, Transport for London (TfL) has a calendar of scheduled works that it says will improve its network. Looking ahead to 2026, there are significant changes and closures planned that could affect passengers and drivers. Here are details of what they are and when they come into effect.more

The sorry state of London’s hygiene poverty crisis has been laid bare, with almost a third of residents aged 16-55 struggling to live their life normally because they can’t afford basic products.more

More than 300 London bus drivers will go on strike later this week in an ongoing dispute over 'union busting and bullying'. Stagecoach staff at the Lea Interchange Bus Garage in Leyton plan to walk out on Thursday, January 8 and Friday, January 9, affecting travel in the east and northeast of the capital.more

The number of social media posts promoting the narrative that London is “dangerous” have spiked in the past year, despite a reduction in violent crime. Warning against the “dangerous” and “lawless” city, the posts are increasingly appearing on platforms like Reddit, Nextdoor.com and Instagram, according to an analysis. more

A quiet district of South West London has unexpectedly reached number one on Rightmove's list of London's most searched-for areas by property hunters.more

The City of Westminster is shaping up to have a bumper 2026. Home to the West End, Oxford Street and Soho - to name a few famous places in the vibrant borough - Westminster has an ever-changing landscape of entertainment, shops and buildings.more

Londoners are likely to be out and about the city on Wednesday, as the capital celebrates the end of 2025. Whatever your New Year’s Eve plans are, it’s probably worth having a look at your travel options in advance. Taxis are expected to be extra expensive throughout the night, and there are a number of public transport schedule changes.more

Horniman Museum and Gardens, named as one of the best free attractions in London, has revealed a preview of its Nature + Love project, coming soon for its 125th anniversary.more

As 2025 draws to a close, we’re taking a look at the data to see how life in London was lived. From the cost of renting a room to the price of a pint, we’ll crunch the numbers, analyse the trends, and sum up what it meant for you.more

When you think of London's top walks, you might imagine strolling along the Thames path towards Westminster, the sound of leaves crunching underfoot in Hyde Park, or a game of fetch with your pooch on Hampstead Heath.more

It may be too late for a White Christmas but Londoners could be seeing in 2026 with a bout of snow. Temperatures are set to drop as low as -1C next week, forecasts BBC Weather.more

The most crime-hit areas of the country have been laid bare in a new map - with bad news for those living in or visiting one of Britain's best-loved seaside destinations. "Crime severity" scores gauge the gravity of criminal activity in each location by looking at both the nature and frequency of offences, meaning serious crimes like murder or rape carry far more weight than petty theft.more

On January 1, 2026, the red and white colors will once again appear on the streets of London during the prestigious London Parade (formerly London New Year's Day Parade, LNYDP). The Polish group Poles in London Parade will perform in one of the largest street shows in the world, broadcast globally to hundreds of millions of viewers.more

It's well known that getting around London can quickly become a costly experience. Despite the caps in place for travel within certain zones, it's not uncommon to see £50 or more disappear from your bank account each week due to travel expenses.more

Thousands more Londoners will face average council tax bills of over £2,000 for the first time next year, analysis by the Standard has revealed. Most benchmark Band D London homes will see almost £80 added to their annual levy from April 2026 if boroughs increase payments by an expected 5%. It means Hackney, Hillingdon and Lambeth residents face paying more than £2,000 for thmore

One in eight London homes are in zones with a high or medium-risk of surface water flooding, according to new data. This is twice the rate compared to the national average, and a far higher rate than any other region.more

After a long day of eating and drinking on Christmas Day, there's nothing better than venturing out and getting some fresh air on Boxing Day. Whether it be a quick walk around your local area or a hike through some of the best natural sites that London has to offer. To make sure you know what the best options are for your Boxing Day walk in London, we've broken them down for you.more