London City Core 5-Star Office Vacancy Falls to 15-Year Low of 2.1%, CoStar Says

By Public Technologies
  • London’s City Core accounted for over 42% of Central London’s four-star office demand in 2026, versus 18% for five-star space.
  • Five-star vacancy in the City Core fell to a 15-year low of 2.1%, versus Central London’s 6.7%, on three-period trailing averages.
  • Tight supply and high top-end rents are pushing demand toward good-quality refurbished offices.
  • The City Core delivered over 12 million square feet in 10 years, representing more than 35% of Central London’s new supply.
  • Upper-floor rents in newly delivered towers exceeded £150 per square foot; prime non-tower rents are likely to exceed £130 per square foot.


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