Wapping was one of the very first locations in London to become the focus of intense regeneration. In the 80s developers began buying old warehouses and converting them into homes, creating riverside lofts with fantastic views. The work helped to retain the character of many of the properties whilst also putting them to new use. As a result the area became very popular and prices rose dramatically. Continue reading
Sutton is a major hotspot and has a great mix of properties
Sutton has become one of the biggest hotspots with first time buyers and investors over the last few years. The area has a fantastic property scene, offering a great mix of homes that provides options to suit any criteria. Continue reading
Southwark has a wonderful stretch of Riverside
Southwark Riverside is considered to be one of the best stretches of the South Bank of the Thames. It is a beautiful walk with a wonderful backdrop of landmarks to enjoy. Nowhere else along the river can you see so many different iconic buildings so close together, from the Tate Modern to Tower Bridge and Southwark Cathedral. Continue reading
There are many beautiful areas in Richmond Upon Thames
The Borough of Richmond Upon Thames is one of the most unique in the capital. It has an incredible combination of world famous attractions, large parks, and built-up areas. These are covered in the latest Visit Richmond Guide 2017. Continue reading
Property listings leaped up in Redbridge in January
Recent data from the Property Supply Index by online estate agent House Simple showed that the number of property listings in January 2017 jumped to pre-Christmas levels. They examined the number of properties being listed in 100 major areas, including every London Borough. They found that every town and city across the UK saw a rise in properties listed in this period. An incredible 21.7% of them saw increases of 100% or more in comparison to December. Continue reading
Regenerating Canning Town in Newham
Canning Town in the London Borough of Newham is the focus of a huge £3.7 billion regeneration. This is a sign of the wave of investment and development heading eastward from the centre of the city. As part of the project two new town centres are being created in the area, one on each side of the A13. In total around 10,000 new homes will be created too. Continue reading
Collier’s Wood in Merton has many attractions
Collier’s Wood is a fantastic, mostly residential area in the London Borough of Merton. It was previously woodland but was cleared in the 19th century, allowing development. The area is still very green though, particularly with Wandle Park, Wandle Meadow Nature Park, and Collier’s Wood Recreational Ground. The green spaces are highly appreciated amongst residents, particularly dog walkers. Continue reading
New licensing requirements for landlords in Lewisham were introduced in February
On 11th February the Borough of Lewisham announced it was to go ahead with new Additional licensing for landlords. For the next five years owners of HMOs above commercial properties in the area will have to have an additional license when they meet certain obligations. Those that do not have the license could face fines and other penalties. Continue reading
Herne Hill has many attractions and is popular with renters
Herne Hill sits on the boundary between the London Boroughs of Lambeth and Southwark. It is a popular district for renters due to the attractive location, multitude of transport links, and large number of Victorian, Edwardian and 1920s houses. Many of the homes have been split up into flats and house shares are also increasing in popularity. Continue reading
Kingston Upon Thames has some investment properties comparable to central London
Kingston Upon Thames has proven to be a very safe bet if you are looking for investment properties. The area has a fantastic reputation, viewed in the same way that central London is but with more space. This view has been earned because the Borough is such a fantastic retail destination. In fact it is believed that more money is spent on shopping in the area than in any destination in the capital except the lucrative west end shops in Kensington. Continue reading
