Investing early can provide great returns

Investing in areas pre-gentrification can provide fantastic returns for investors. This move gives them the opportunity to buy at a lower price and benefit from the rise in demand when development comes and standards increase. Pinpointing which areas will attract investment can be tricky and investors may hold on to properties for a period of time before the anticipated development occurs. Patience can really pay off though. Continue reading →

Finchley is one of the most highly rated areas in Barnet

Finchley is one of the most family friendly areas in the London Borough of Barnet. It has high performing schools, some really great open spaces, and a wide choice of homes that ranges from popular thirties semi-detached houses to modern flats. There are also some unique landmarks in the area including a bronze statue of Spike Milligan and La Delivrance, a 16ft bronze by Emile Guillaume that celebrates an Allied victory in the First World War. Continue reading →

Areas to look at for first time flat buyers

Last month new research revealed that Barking and Dagenham has four of the top ten best Wards for first time buyers looking at flats. By using over 100 sets of data, including statistics for historical price growth, regeneration potential, school index, and crime rates, the study shows which areas are the most attractive. Continue reading →

Wandsworth can offer the benefits of the countryside

Moving to the country is the dream of many people who live in Central London. Living in the countryside can provide many benefits, including more space, greener surroundings, and cleaner air. The two hour commute can be a big barrier though. Fortunately there are some areas closer to the centre of the city that can provide the benefits with a shorter travelling time. Wandsworth is right at the top of this list. Continue reading →

The first 100% affordable plot in London

The London Mayor Sadiq Khan is expected to outlines plans in September that detail the greater role that City Hall will take in land decisions. The move could see more Brownfield land freed up for development as well as closer scrutiny on the number of affordable homes being created. Ultimately the aim is to ensure that 50% of properties on all new developments are affordable. Continue reading →

Which Borough created the most affordable homes?

The amount of affordable housing created in London is a very hot topic at the moment. Pressure is on local councils to create homes that are accessible to people on lower incomes in a time when land and property values are rising. The situation is made even more challenging because it must be accomplished without assistance from Central Government. Continue reading →

Celebrating the environment in Carshalton

Carshalton is one of the most beautiful areas in Sutton, perfect for people who love the environment. The area is in the valley of the River Wandle; in fact one of the sources of the river starts at the local ponds in the centre of the village. This makes the area very green and means there are a number of great walks and public spaces to enjoy. Continue reading →

Transforming Old Kent Road

Southwark Council recently released their investment plans for Old Kent Road. The entire scheme will be a multi-billion pound project that will deliver 1,000 new homes, shops, offices, public spaces, and two new stations. It is hoped the work could be completed in the next decade. This would be one of the largest examples of property investment Southwark has ever seen. Continue reading →

Redbridge Council is promoting more affordable housing

In July Redbridge Council joined the number of local authorities cracking down on developers that don’t create enough affordable housing. They rejected a planning application for a 25 storey building in Ilford that only offered 12 affordable homes out of a total of 124. A housing officer remarked that the proposal was not in line with the planning policy and therefore was not acceptable. Continue reading →