Eco-friendly houses continue to rise in popularity. Buyers value them highly because they are designed to be sustainable and generally have lower energy bills. Developers across the UK are looking to create more of these properties, ensuring they design with the future in mind. Continue reading
Redeveloping the colossal Elephant & Castle Shopping Centre
Elephant & Castle Shopping Centre had the honour of being the first covered mall in Europe when it was finished in 1965. It was an ambitious building but has struggled over the years. The internal layout is lamented for being confusing and the facade is aged and unattractive. Incredibly there are some thriving businesses still on the site, including a number from Latin American backgrounds. Continue reading
Work begins on permanent Deer Park School buildings in Richmond
Richmond Upon Thames is renowned for having some of the highest performing primary schools in the whole of the UK. This encourages a number of families to move to the area and results in high demand for places. Fortunately, new schools are planned to help deal with this. Continue reading
The Local Plan for Redbridge sets out ambitious plans
Towards the end of January a government inspector granted approval for the new Local Plan by Redbridge Council. It has taken 11 months to work on the document, setting out exactly what the local authority plans to do in the area between now and 2030. A variety of topics are covered including the aim to build new houses, create shops and leisure facilities, and improve the infrastructure. Continue reading
A large scale Brownfield redevelopment in Beckton, Newham
Beckton is one of the most eastern urban neighbourhoods in the London Borough of Newham. It was initially a stretch of marshland but the rapid expansion of the capital brought transformation. A lot of industrial activity arrived in the area, including what was once the largest gasworks in Europe. Continue reading
Merton schools continue to perform very well
The Department for Education recently released the revised results for Progress 8 on January 25th. It checks the results students have earned as they have progressed from Key Stage 2 on to Key Stage 4. Grades in up to eight different subjects are considered, including English, Maths, Sciences, Computer Science, and Languages. Continue reading
Bringing empty homes back to the market
Across London local Borough Councils are doing more to bring new life to vacant homes. The aim is to encourage owners to regenerate the properties and make them available at a time when demand for housing is very high and supply is lacking. Continue reading
Plans to develop estates throughout Lambeth
The Homes for Lambeth group of companies were established so the local council could play a more active role in creating housing in the Borough. The aim is to develop a range of properties in the area, including homes for council rent, intermediate, and market level. There will also be opportunities to sell at market rate. Continue reading
Victorian cottages are attractive to many buyers
Victorian cottages can be found all across London. These quaint homes have a lot of character and tend to possess a very similar layout. In many parts of the capital these properties are highly sought by first time buyers and renters who want a cosy home. Continue reading
Potential changes to short term lets in Kensington and Chelsea
Kensington and Chelsea Council are commissioning a report into short term lets in the Borough. They took this action after receiving a number of complaints over the last two years regarding anti-social behaviour. The results of the report could be the introduction of new licensing. Continue reading
