Common questions

Where do most French live in London?

Where do most French live in London?

More French people live in London than in Bordeaux, Nantes or Strasbourg and some now regard it as France’s sixth biggest city in terms of population.

  • On a wet Friday night in Hackney, a group of young professional women walk into a pub.
  • Where can I meet French in London?

    Elise: South Kensington remains the place where you hear more French speakers, because of the Consulate, Lycée Charles de Gaulles and Institut Français. You’ll also hear many French tourists in Camden Town and all obvious tourist spots… we are everywhere now!

    Where do French expats live in London?

    Chelsea, Knightsbridge and South Kensington are some of the most expensive and exclusive areas in London (and the world). These areas are particularly popular with French expats because of their proximity to the French Consulate, the French Institute and two French international schools.

    Is there a French Quarter in London?

    The French Quarter in South Kensington, London which boasts many French cafes, here is La Cave a Fromage in Cromwell Place.

    Why do Brits move to France?

    There are many reasons France has always been popular with British expats, the sunny climes of the south of France, the laid back lifestyle, ease of access to the UK, and of course the fantastic food and wine. Interest has been further bolstered by popular TV shows.

    What percentage of London is French?

    Of the French-born people recorded by the 2011 census, 66,654 (48.4 per cent) lived in Greater London and 22,584 (16.4 per cent) in South East England.

    Why are there so many French in London?

    Some 300,00 to 400,000 “Frenchies” live in London according to estimates. The British capital has always had a strong French presence thanks to cultural, economic and transport links between the two.

    Where all is French spoken?

    French is the official language** in Belgium, Benin, Burkina, Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Canada, Central, African, Republic, Chad, Comoros, Côte, d’Ivoire, Democratic, Republic, of, the, Congo, Djibouti, Equatorial, Guinea, France, Guinea, Haiti, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Mali, Monaco, Niger, Republic, of, the, Congo.

    What is a nice suburb of London?

    Richmond Richmond upon Thames is located right along the River Thames in South West London, and is one of the most desirable suburbs in London. It is also the only borough in London situated on both sides of the river. Also unique to this borough, is the fact that it is home to the largest royal park in all of London.

    What are the posh parts of London?

    The Most Expensive Neighborhoods in London

    • Knightsbridge. Knightsbridge is one of the poshest neighborhoods in the world.
    • West Brompton.
    • Kensington.
    • Chelsea.
    • City of Westminster.

    Is there a London in France?

    London is a small agricultural village in the commune of Savigny-sur-Seille in the Arrondissement of Louhans in Saône-et-Loire, Burgundy, France. 80 kilometres (50 mi) south of Dijon, the D206 road goes through the village.

    Which is the best neighborhood to visit in London?

    Neighborhood highlights: West End theaters, Old Compton Street, Soho Square, Chinatown, Oxford Street This wealthy neighborhood in west London is home to three of the city’s best museums: the Science Museum, the Natural History Museum, and the Victoria & Albert Museum.

    Where does the French community live in London?

    Cyril: Historically the French community has tended to live in the borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It’s still true today, but it tends to be less concentrated. Benoit Viellefon’s Orchestra at this year’s Bastille Day celebration. Photo by psyxjaw, in the Londonist Flickr pool.

    What to do in London if you’re French?

    It’s no (quelle) surprise, then, that there are a whole lot of French things to get up to in the British capital — restaurants, music, festivals, the lot. Whether you’re an avid Francophile, or a real-life French person who’s fresh off the ferry/Eurostar, we’ve called on some hip French people for their tips on where to go and what to do.

    Where is the best place to speak French in London?

    Speaking French didn’t get me off. Elise: South Kensington remains the place where you hear more French speakers, because of the Consulate, Lycée Charles de Gaulles and Institut Français. You’ll also hear many French tourists in Camden Town and all obvious tourist spots… we are everywhere now!