With the capital’s rents still on the increase, albeit it at a slower rate, many young Londoners — especially those who are single — struggle to afford their monthly outgoings, let alone save anything towards a deposit.
Scientific affairs manager Francesca Frattini, 35, however managed to put away £700 a month while living in a new-build, one-bedroom flat at L&Q at the Sugar Works, a short walk from Pontoon Dock DLR. The flat came with a concierge, open-plan kitchen-living room, access to a gym and swimming pool, plus a balcony.
