In January consumer group Which ranked Barking and Dagenham as the “baby boom” hotspot of London. The area had the highest birth rate at 19.1 per 1,000 residents each year. This put it ahead of second placed Newham (18.7). Continue reading
Wandsworth is a very popular residential district
Wandsworth has been transformed in the last twenty years, becoming established as one of the most popular residential districts in not only south west London but the whole of the capital. The industrial buildings along the Thames have been regenerated or demolished and replaced, creating new luxury flats and thriving communities. Continue reading
A unique scheme to enhance council housing stock in Waltham Forest
Waltham Forest Council launched a unique scheme in the autumn of 2016 to help improve their housing stock and ease problems with overcrowding. They are converting lofts in council properties to make additional room, ensuring the unused spaces are put to good use. Continue reading
A new mixed use development for Cambridge Heath, Tower Hamlets
Telford Homes recently confirmed they have exchanged contracts for the purchase of the former London Electricity Board building on Cambridge Heath Road, Tower Hamlets. They will pay £30.2 million for it and plan to redevelop the site to build affordable homes. Continue reading
The housing white paper could have a huge impact on the property industry
A long awaiting white paper on housing is expected to be released this week following a series of delays. It was originally intended to be revealed last year but was put back following a need for more details on the proposals being put forward for reform. Continue reading
New rules for every estate and lettings agent in Southwark to be aware of
Southwark Council took action at the start of February following complaints from residents regarding the multitude of advertising boards left outside properties. The major complaint was that the boards showing that a property had been sold or let were making the streets and estates look untidy. Continue reading
Richmond Upon Thames is a vibrant area with a wonderful community
In November last year accountants Grant Thornton released their vibrant economy index. They looked at areas in the UK with the highest levels of vibrancy, taking into account things like economic growth, health, happiness, and social equality. The aim was to determine what it was like to live and work in different areas. Continue reading
The historical link between Redbridge and India
The London Borough of Redbridge is renowned for being one of the most diverse in the whole of the capital. It is truly multicultural, home to Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan and east African communities. The end result is a fantastic diversity when it comes to the culture. Continue reading
The five areas with rail stations in Newham have seen huge rises in property prices
Crossrail has had a noticeable impact on property prices in Boroughs all across London. Areas close to stations that will be served by the new Elizabeth Line have enjoyed the biggest rises, in many cases seeing the price of homes growing by far more than the national average. Continue reading
High demand for properties in a hotspot area can put pressure on amenities
London is such a huge property market that it is often better examined by breaking it down into specific Boroughs and even individual areas. By doing that people can determine which locations meet their needs, whether they are looking for a hotspot where they can invest and make a good return or an affordable destination to get on the property ladder. Continue reading
