William Shakespeare primarily lived in two main locations during his life: Stratford-upon-Avon and London.
- Stratford-upon-Avon : Shakespeare was born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, where his family home was located. He grew up there, married Anne Hathaway, and had his children in Stratford. He bought a significant family home called New Place in Stratford in 1597 and returned there later in life, dying in Stratford in 1616. His birthplace on Henley Street is now a museum and a popular historic site
- London : During his career, Shakespeare lived in various lodgings in London, including areas like Bishopsgate, Southwark (near the Globe Theatre), and near St. Paul's Cathedral. However, he did not own a permanent residence in London until late in life when he purchased the Blackfriars Playhouse, likely not for living but for business purposes. His London residences were mainly rented lodgings, indicating his family remained in Stratford while he worked in the city
In summary, Shakespeare's lifelong home and family base was Stratford-upon- Avon, while he spent much of his professional life living temporarily in London.
