Coworking Spaces in Old Street

Coworking in Old Street

Old Street and the surrounding area between Shoreditch and Islington is one of the busiest parts of London for coworking. The 40 spaces on Tally here serve the area's large population of tech workers, startup founders and freelance developers. If you need a desk for the day in east London's tech cluster, Old Street has the widest choice. The area's concentration of tech companies and venture-backed startups means the coworking community here skews younger and more entrepreneurial than in most other parts of London.

Venues: 40 coworking spaces Day rates: from £20 to £3395

Coworking spaces around Old Street range from stripped-back, startup-friendly setups to larger enterprise-grade flex buildings. FORA White Collar Factory near Old Street roundabout has a tech-focused community with fast wifi and standing desks. FORA Albert House towards Shoreditch High Street offers a more design-led environment with a café and event space.

For nearby coworking, see coworking space in Clerkenwell to the west or coworking space in Camden further north. You can also browse all coworking spaces in the UK on Tally.

Day Rates and Pricing

Day rates for coworking near Old Street typically range from £20 to £3395.

Hot desking

Drop in and use any available desk. The cheapest way to get a hot desk near Old Street. Wifi, tea and coffee are included at most venues. Old Street hot desk rates sit in the mid-range for central London, generally comparable to Clerkenwell and below the West End.

Dedicated desks

A specific desk rather than hot desking, booked by the day. A step up if you want a consistent setup for the day. Techspace Shoreditch near Hoxton Square has dedicated desk options with monitor and power at each desk.

Day offices

A private room for one to four people, booked by the day. Useful for pair programming, confidential calls or focused sprint work. Day offices near Old Street are priced in the mid-range for London coworking.

What to Expect

Old Street coworking spaces tend to attract a tech and startup crowd. Most have open-plan desks, fast wifi, communal kitchens, printing and phone booths. Several of the larger venues run community events, demo days or networking sessions, which reflects the area's startup culture. The neighbourhood has a high density of independent coffee shops and street food spots, so you are never far from a decent lunch or a change of scenery.

FORA White Collar Factory near Old Street station has a community manager and regular programming for its members. For a quieter, more heads-down workspace, FORA Albert House towards Angel offers individual pods alongside the open desk area.

Location

Old Street coworking spaces cluster around Old Street station on the Northern line, with most also walkable from Shoreditch High Street Overground and Angel tube.

Common Questions

Is Old Street or Shoreditch better for coworking?

Old Street and Shoreditch overlap geographically and share many of the same coworking venues. Old Street station is the nearest tube for most spaces in the area. If you are looking for a specific workspace, browse coworking near Old Street and filter by location.

What kind of people cowork near Old Street?

The area has a strong tech and startup community. You will find developers, designers, product managers and freelance consultants alongside early-stage companies. Several venues cater specifically to tech workers with features like standing desks and ultra-fast broadband.

What if I need a private office or a meeting room?

Looking for a private office? Browse office space in Old Street. For other coworking options, see coworking spaces in London.

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