Affordability may be the main reason people continue to explore the investment properties Redbridge has to offer. That doesn’t mean price the only thing the draws people to the area though. There are plenty of other things that make the area an attractive place to live. Continue reading
Developing the Parcelforce site in Canning Town, Newham
With the lack of land in London more developers are looking at increasing housing density. Towards the end of February Newham Council approved plans by Berkeley Homes that will result in 3,810 new homes. The site is 29 acres, making this one of the densest projects in the capital. It will see 356 homes situated on each 2.5 acres. Continue reading
Wimbledon Stadium redevelopment can get underway
Plans to redevelop Wimbledon Stadium have been in the works for over five years. The idea was to demolish the existing dog track and use the land for new housing, retail and leisure space. The proposals gained some intense opposition, resulting in some big delays. In February the project finally got consent and the redevelopment can get underway. Continue reading
There is something for everyone in Deptford
Deptford is one of the most vibrant areas in Lewisham. It always seems to be undergoing regeneration in one way or another. This makes it very changeable and fast paced. Continue reading
More affordable homes on small sites
One of the main things restricting new house building in London is lack of land. There are very few large plots available that could deliver homes in the numbers that are necessary. Developing smaller sites is therefore the only viable option in many cases. Sadly these projects can be very challenging. Consequently, this can deter large developers from taking them on. Continue reading
Kingston upon Thames is a digital leader
Modern amenities are one thing that can encourage people to live in a certain area. In particular they will attract younger, technically astute buyers and renters. In London, Kingston Upon Thames is taking the lead in terms of digital value. This comes after they announced in December they would be the first Borough in the capital to offer 24 hour free Wi-Fi. Continue reading
Bargains could be found in Kensington and Chelsea
Prime property markets around the world see their popularity and values shift over time. This is natural as falling prices in one area can cause people to target others. The higher demand that occurs as a result can push prices up. Continue reading
Gardens in London have lots of potential
Homes in London with gardens will always command a premium. This is because space is in such high demand in the city and people love having their own private outdoor spaces. Continue reading
Hounslow could become a hotspot for first time buyers
The recent change in stamp duty has put Hounslow in the spotlight. First time buyers no longer need to pay stamp duty on properties valued up to £300,000. As a result this means they can enjoy big savings by investing in their own home. The west London Borough has a large number of properties that will qualify for the discount. Continue reading
Hillingdon saw a big jump in new property listings in January
The property market always seems to slow to a crawl over the Christmas and New Year period. This isn’t too surprising though because people generally have a lot of other things on their mind. January can see everything spring back to life, including an influx of newly listed properties. Continue reading
