The London Borough of Brent is home to one of the largest regeneration projects in the whole UK. The work to improve Wembley is huge and could result in the creation of up to 11,500 homes and over 10,000 jobs. This would have a massive impact on the area and the local economy. Continue reading →

Belmont is one of the most suburban settings in the London Borough of Sutton. It is just a single stop to the south of the principal town in the area, ensuring that there are good amenities close by. The extra distance to the south puts residents closer to the countryside, thus the quieter nature of the village. Continue reading →

In 2015 Plaistow in Newham was renowned as being a bit of a hidden gem in terms of homes. Stratford, its more popular neighbour, got the majority of the attention due to the huge amount of regeneration done as part of the 2012 London Olympics. Higher demand for homes and rising prices helped change attitudes though, making the area more popular. Continue reading →

Eastcote has developed into a popular suburb in West London in the Borough of Hillingdon. The area has a great community feel because it was first established around an ancient village. It remained a mostly farming community until the 19th century. Like many areas in London the arrival of the railway was the catalyst for development. Continue reading →

Canons Park in Harrow is a well established commuter and retiree suburb in Harrow, North West London. The area has a very interesting history and quite a diverse housing stock. Demand for homes is good, attracting people because of the wonderful open spaces. The local Tube station is on the Jubilee Line, making it easy to commute to Central London and on to Canary Wharf. Continue reading →

There is a huge amount of activity going on alongside the Thames between Hammersmith Bridge and Craven Cottage, the home of Fulham Football Club. New developments on the waterfront are creating just under 1,000 new homes and extra amenities are being attracted to the area. The aim is to make it a new community in an area that can offer great value when compared to more established areas like Chelsea. Continue reading →

Landlords or managing agents are responsible for ensuring that properties are in a habitable condition. If they fail to do so they could face prosecution from the local council. This could come in the form of huge fines and formal cautions that they must improve standards. Continue reading →

Enfield may be one of the outer London Boroughs but it continues to increase in popularity as a destination for property seekers. Its biggest selling point is the great outdoor spaces and easy access to the countryside to the north of the M25. The local council also does a lot to encourage residents to be more conscious of the environment and their own health. Most importantly they support cycling with the Cycle Enfield scheme, aiming to provide better infrastructure. Continue reading →

A piece of derelict land in Acton West, Ealing has recently been transformed following the introduction of a number of shipping containers. These modules have been turned into temporary housing which will be used to provide shelter and facilities for 288 homeless people from the Borough. Continue reading →

One of the most interesting current trends in the housing market is the number of people who are selling off family homes and choosing to move into luxury apartments and flats in London. Whilst downsizing in terms of space, many of these individuals are looking at areas that offer fantastic leisure and cultural amenities. Continue reading →