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London office construction starts slump to 15-year low

Refurbishment projects increase as smaller new build schemes bear the brunt of rising borrowing costs
CoStar Analytics
November 6, 2025 | 11:52 AM

Office construction starts in London have fallen to their lowest level since 2010 as economic headwinds and planning delays impact appetite for development. In the 12 months to the third quarter 2025, work commenced on just 2.5 million square feet of new space, a decline of more than 50% from the same period last year.

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