Young South African looking for Central apartment

Hello there!

I'm a 25yr old South African, and have lived in London for a little over 2 years now. I currently stay near Hackney and still very much love Hackney so would love to stay near here but am looking at moving to a new apartment next year. Hopefully as close to Kings Cross as possible, but open to anywhere within zones 1/2.

A bit about me - I'm reasonably private (not likely to have people over loads of times a week) but would like to be able to socialise at least somewhat with flatmates (hanging out in a living room, going to the pub, etc.). I'm working as an engineer in Kings Cross and work in the office roughly two or three times a week but also work from home a few times a week, so will definitely be looking for a bedroom with space to have a desk etc. I like to go to movies, play video games, cook, explore markets, and listen to music.

Please do let me know a bit about yourself if you think I sound like someone you'd like to look for something with.
Thanks!
Alex