Affordable workspace delivery

Our affordable workspace strategy, is our plan to ensure that businesses, creatives, entrepreneurs, and community organisations have access to the space they need to grow and succeed.

As part of our vision for Southwark 2030, this strategy supports a fairer, greener, and more resilient local economy – one where opportunity is accessible to all.

Rising workspace costs are pushing out the very people and organisations that make Southwark vibrant and diverse. Our strategy tackles this challenge with its key objectives:

• increasing the supply of genuinely affordable, high-quality workspaces
• supporting start-ups, SMEs, creatives, and the voluntary sector
• promoting inclusive economic growth across the borough
• delivering affordable workspace hubs
• encouraging innovation through flexible, sustainable spaces

Get involved

We’re committed to working with local people, businesses, and organisations to shape the future of workspace in Southwark. 

Whether you're a business looking for space, a provider interested in partnership, or a resident passionate about inclusive growth – this strategy is for you.

For further information, please contact southwarkbusinessdesk@southwark.gov.uk.