Like many other suburban towns Wallington owes its development to the arrival of the railway. As London expanded in the Victorian era the railways branched out. A line extended the ten miles to central London, connecting the town to the capital in 1847. This triggered development and led to the creation of many large homes. Continue reading →

Richmond Upon Thames is a popular Borough for a number of reasons. Perhaps most importantly is the fact that it is remarkably rural whilst still providing great amenities and transport links. This is ideal for many buyers, whether it is families or retirees. Continue reading →

Affordability may be the main reason people continue to explore the investment properties Redbridge has to offer. That doesn’t mean price the only thing the draws people to the area though. There are plenty of other things that make the area an attractive place to live. Continue reading →

Deptford is one of the most vibrant areas in Lewisham. It always seems to be undergoing regeneration in one way or another. This makes it very changeable and fast paced. Continue reading →

Homes in London with gardens will always command a premium. This is because space is in such high demand in the city and people love having their own private outdoor spaces. Continue reading →

The recent change in stamp duty has put Hounslow in the spotlight. First time buyers no longer need to pay stamp duty on properties valued up to £300,000. As a result this means they can enjoy big savings by investing in their own home. The west London Borough has a large number of properties that will qualify for the discount. Continue reading →

Urban areas are changing day by day as populations increase. This puts pressure on housing, amenities and other infrastructure. Developers have to step up to provide these things but they need to ensure they plan carefully and consider who will actually live in the areas. Better placemaking would result in stronger communities and make developments more successful. Continue reading →

Northolt is the most north-eastern part of the London Borough of Ealing. It was traditionally a rural area used for agriculture. The area began to develop in the 1920s, becoming a popular suburban settlement in the process. Nowadays it is largely residential but still retains a number of green areas. Continue reading →

One of the headline announcements in the Autumn Budget was that there would be a stamp duty cut for first time buyers. The aim is to help more people get on the property market by reducing how much they need to spend in fees. Consequently, FTBs would now avoid paying stamp duty on properties valued up to £300,000. Continue reading →

The City of Westminster is the only World Heritage Site in the centre of London. The area is home to a number of iconic landmarks and has a long, interesting history. It is therefore afforded a great deal of protection. Continue reading →