Office FOR RENT in 1–3 London Bridge Street, News Building , Southbank, Greater London

Property Description

News Building – Grade A Office Accommodation, Southbank East, London
The News Building, located at 1–3 London Bridge Street in the Shard Quarter, is a landmark Grade A office development offering world-class office space in the heart of London’s Southbank East submarket. Designed by internationally renowned architect Renzo Piano and completed in 2013, the 17-storey building comprises 417,564 sq ft NIA of premium office accommodation with a striking glass façade and panoramic views across the River Thames.
Strategically positioned between the West End, Westminster, City of London, and Canary Wharf, the building benefits from exceptional connectivity, with London Bridge Underground and Railway Stations within walking distance. Tenants enjoy access to landscaped roof terraces, modern amenities, and proximity to London’s premier business, retail, and leisure destinations.
Property Details
Location: 1–3 London Bridge Street, Southbank East, London SE1 9SG
Submarket: Southbank East – London Southbank
Building Type: 5-Star Office
Net Internal Area (NIA): 417,564 sq ft
Floors: 17
Typical Floor Size: 24,563 sq ft
Construction: Steel frame
BREEAM Rating: Excellent
Plot Size: 1.3 acres
Land Sq ft: 56,628 sq ft
Slab to Slab Height: 10’
Availability & Lease Details
Smallest Space: 50 sq ft
Max Contiguous Office Space: 19,345 sq ft
Total Office Availability: 45,320 sq ft
Vacant Space: 25,975 sq ft
Rent: £63.50–65.00 per sq ft
Service Charge: £12.41 per sq ft
Lease Type: Fully Repairing and Insuring (FRI) / Negotiable
Tenants & Ownership
Multi-tenant building, 100% leased
Key tenants include News Corp (275,147 sq ft, exp. 2044), Crown Agents Bank, Kroll, and The In Group
Owner: Sellar Property Group, a leading UK strategic property company with extensive experience in high-profile developments
Architect: Renzo Piano, world-renowned for transformative urban and commercial architecture
Building Amenities
24-hour access and on-site security staff
Air conditioning and raised floor system
Atrium, natural light, and waterfront views
Controlled access and reception with demised WC facilities
Plug & play capability and modern kitchen facilities
Transport & Connectivity
London Bridge Station: 1 min drive / 4 min walk / 0.2 mi
London Cannon Street Station: 3 min drive / 12 min walk / 0.6 mi
London City Airport: 24 min drive / 7.6 mi
Heathrow Airport: 46 min drive / 20.1 mi
Gatwick Airport: 63 min drive / 31.3 mi
Leasing Highlights
Landmark Grade A office building with world-class design and high specification
Spectacular river views and premium Southbank East location
Flexible floorplates suitable for corporate headquarters or professional firms
Integrated within London Bridge Quarter, adjacent to The Shard and a major transport hub
For further details or to make a booking, please contact Fraser Bond.