Relocating to central London

[Joshua]

I?m from India and have been working in IT for close to 6 yrs. I have traveled to US and China before on assignments. I have now been offered a post in an Investment Bank in Central London. The offer is software developer in a senior role and is close to 33,000 UK Pounds. Is this a good offer? I have heard living costs are very high in London? My net in-hand salary per month would be close to 2000 UK Pounds? How much would be the cost-of-living for living comfortably? Accommodation in East Hall for a couple, food, travel to Central London, Utilities, Council tax, any other costs??
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Hi, I only just moved to the UK from the Netherlands and I find costs of living really high here. I am not living in London, but honestly, even for the South, your salary doe not sound impressive. I hope somebody replies to your request that knows more about the actual costs of living but you should take into account that renting a place is really expensive. We rent a three bedroom house in the South for over 600 Pound, not including gas, water, energy or council tax. Just to give you an impression.
Thanks
Joshua

[sha-sl]

That's good to hear from you that you are moving to Cenral london .all i can say about this place is quite highly expes not enought with your salary . The people who resides over central london are mostly rich enough . i advise you to stay out of London this will be an good option for you .

[capbenz]

Joshua,

To be frank, the net amount you will receive based on the information provided will most likely to put you in a very tight budget if you want to stay in central London. You will probably have to share a flat also and spend all the money every month. Cutting living cost is one thing, have you thought about asking for more salary from employer?

[Lysos]

It's well over two years since Joshua posted, so these replies are a little late !.