London

• Where is London located?

  London is located in the South East of England on the River Thames.
• What is the estimated population of London?

  London's population is estimated to be around 9.7 million.
• How many universities are there in London?

  London has 47 universities.
• What does the concentration of universities in London signify?

  It signifies the largest concentration of higher education in Europe.
• How many languages are spoken in London?

  There are more than 300 languages spoken in London.
• How does London's GDP compare to that of the Netherlands and South Africa?


  London’s GDP ($831 Billion) is on par with the Netherlands ($840 Billion) and larger than South Africa ($726 Billion).
• What percentage of the UK's total population lives in London?

  London’s population is 34% of the UK’s total.
• What percentage of the UK's GDP does London generate?

  London generates 22% of the UK’s GDP.
• What is the capital city of the UK?

  London is the UK’s capital city.
• Why is London considered an important financial centre internationally?

  London is one of the two most important financial centres in the world.
• Which university is mentioned as one of the top universities in London?

  University College of London is mentioned as one of the world’s top universities.
• How much did tourists spend in London in 2011?

  Tourists spent $21.1 billion in London in 2011.
• What is the net migration trend of UK nationals in London?

  The net migration of UK nationals is negative, with more British people moving out than moving in.
• What does a positive net change in population indicate for London?


  It indicates that the overall population of London is positively increasing each year.
• What does a positive natural change in population mean?


  It means there are more births than deaths each year.