Yes, while living in student accommodation in London (https://www.graddinghomes.com/uk/student-accommodation-in-london), you'll encounter situations where tipping in London (https://www.graddinghomes.com/blog/tipping-in-london) is expected—especially in restaurants, cafés, and for food delivery. Though you don't need to tip for every coffee or cab ride, it's polite to round up or leave 10% for good service. It's a good idea to include tips as a small line in your overall budget.