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UK: New data from coliving brand bamco has revealed that the average age of coliving tenants across London has stayed above 30 for the third year running, a significant shift from pre-pandemic rental trends.
As of September 2025, bamco’s data shows the average age of its 1,500 tenants living in coliving properties across London stands at 30.3 years, virtually unchanged from the 30.6 years recorded in July 2022.
This compares to an average age of just 23.9 years in 2017, underscoring a notable demographic shift in the sector.
The analysis also highlights key differences across boroughs: West London, particularly the boroughs of Chiswick and Ealing, attract slightly older renters, with an average age 30.2 years, while in South West London (Clapham, Balham) the average age 28.6 years, attracting younger professionals despite higher rents.
Alex Gibbs, co-founder and director of bamco said: “This trend underscores how younger professionals are prioritising vibrant communities and quality housing, even in premium areas.
“The continued rise in the average age of co-living tenants highlights the fact that professionals from a wider age bracket are embracing this way of living as a solution for navigating life in the capital. It is no longer being seen solely as a shorter-term follow-on from student accommodation for professionals moving into London in their early twenties. Co-living remains a great solution for this demographic, but the target market has definitely widened.
“The quality of homes and standards of service are two key factors driving this trend. Both have significantly improved across the industry over the last ten years, attracting a more diverse and increasingly discerning customer-base.
“Affordability is also a key factor in this shift. As the cost of living continues to rise across London, more professionals in their late twenties and thirties are choosing co-living as a smart, cost-effective way to maintain quality of life without compromising on location or amenities. As tax, legislation, interest costs continue to put strong upward pressure on rental prices, we expect this trend to continue,” he added.
Highlights:
- The average tenant age in London coliving is 30.3 years
- This represents a sharp rise since 2017, when the average age was just 23.9
- The drivers of this shift include affordability, improved standards of homes and services, and appeal of vibrant communities.
