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@user8942
I'd say don't worry about it. More people get knocked down in London just cos there's more people there of course. Being cautious isn't a bad thing, don't fret, try it and see what you think. Chances are the bike won't be as scary as you might worry, chances are the traffic might be scarier than it.
If you're going back on the train from Waterloo watch out for the nazi peak-time bike restrictions:
"In the area bounded by Hook, Alton, Guildford, Reading and Dorking, cycles may not join or alight from services due to arrive in London between 07:15 and 10:00 inclusive, and departing London between 16:45 and 19:00 inclusive."