Lifestyle: Finding Your Place - London

FINDING YOUR PLACE

Whether you prefer city, suburban or small-town settings, Central Ohio has a spot for you.

If downtown living isn’t your vibe, no worries. The Columbus Region has plenty of options, from trendy walkable neighborhoods to charming rural towns. Here’s an alphabetical snapshot of 28 notable communities around Central Ohio—one of which is apt to feel just like home to you.

LONDON

FOUNDED 1811 | POPULATION 10,514 | COUNTY Madison

Just 25 miles southwest of Columbus is the Madison County seat of London. This small, rural town with a classic clock tower at its center has focused in recent years on community reinvestment and economic development, yielding new residential offerings as well as an expanded hospital system, which— thanks to its partnership with Ohio State University—now includes a new cancer center and emergency department. London hosts an annual strawberry festival and a ribs and jazz fest, which includes a classic car show. This quaint city with its 143 acres of parks, including a dog park and skate park, appeals to families looking for a more relaxed pace.