Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
422K
Population
421 km2
Area
400 Mbps
Internet
251m
Elevation
Eastern Time Zone
Timezone
YXU (9km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
London is the capital and largest city of both England and the United Kingdom, with a population of 9.1 million people in 2024. Its wider metropolitan area is the largest in Western Europe, with a population of 15.1 million. London stands on the River Thames in southeast England, at the head of a 50-mile (80 km) tidal estuary down to the North S...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Ontario
Region
Northern America
Population
422K
Timezone
Eastern Time Zone
Elevation
251 m
Airport
YXU
GPS
42.98, -81.23
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
400 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Travel
YXU airport just 9 km from the city center
A mid-sized city of 422,324 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
5,598 total POIs 13.3 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
283
Cafes
121
Bars
41
Fast Food
330
Shopping
Supermarkets
53
Convenience
99
Shopping Malls
20
Healthcare
Hospitals
4
Clinics
68
Pharmacies
60
Education
Schools
143
Universities
27
Libraries
19
Recreation
Parks
307
Playgrounds
187
Sports
158
Cinemas
4
Museums
11
Theatres
12
Transport
Bus Stops
222
Train Stations
1
Fuel Stations
84
Services
Banks
73
ATMs
5
Post Offices
23
Police
3
Fire Stations
15
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
400 Mbps
Download
151 Mbps
Upload
14ms
Latency
21,264
Tests
6,606
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jun - Aug
-1°
J
0°
F
4°
M
10°
A
15°
M
19°
J
21°
J
19°
A
15°
S
10°
O
4°
N
0°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 9.7 C Range: -1.3 - 20.6 C Rain: 1,052 mm/year Sunshine: 2,872 h/year
CITY SCORES
89.8
Nomad Index
C
Livability
37.5
Culture
51.4
Overall
AIRPORT
YXU
London International Airport
9 km from center
Very close — ~14 min ride
FUN FACTS
London is the capital and largest city of both England and the United Kingdom, with a population of 9.1 million people in 2024.
Its wider metropolitan area is the largest in Western Europe, with a population of 15.1 million.
London stands on the River Thames in southeast England, at the head of a 50-mile (80 km) tidal estuary down to the North Sea, and has been a major settlement for nearly 2,000 years.
Its ancient core and financial centre, the City of London, was founded by the Romans as Londinium and has retained its medieval boundaries.
London grew rapidly in the 19th century, becoming the world's largest city at the time.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is London known for?
London is a city in Ontario. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in London?
London has an average download speed of 400 Mbps and upload speed of 151 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in London?
London has an average year-round temperature of approximately 9.7 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves London?
London is served by YXU (London International Airport), approximately 9 km from the city center.
What is the population of London?
The population of London is approximately 422K.
What infrastructure does London have?
London has 5,598 mapped points of interest, including 283 restaurants, 4 hospitals, 143 schools.
What country is London in?
London is located in Ontario.
