Hornsey in the London Borough of Haringey is a well regarded Victorian suburb that is becoming increasingly popular. The original village dates back to 1202 and remained rural for over 600 years. The arrival of the railways in the 1880s triggered the development. Seven stations opened throughout the local area, bringing an influx of people and leading to the creation of new housing. Rows of these Victorian and Edwardian terraces make up a large part of the current stock. Continue reading →

Hammersmith and Fulham is a very popular Borough for families, offering good schools and easy access to a multitude of fantastic attractions. There are also plenty of interesting stories about the area and a number of things that even the residents may not know. Here are some of the best ones. Continue reading →

Over the past years house prices in Woolwich, Greenwich have grown substantially. The area is becoming a popular destination and in March it was announced that £32 million would be spent to create a cultural quarter. This will give the area better nightlife driven by the arts. The investment will create a new theatre, a performance courtyard, and a series of spaces specifically for rehearsing. Continue reading →

The Northfields Allotments, formerly Ealing Dean, are the oldest in London. They were created in 1832 when the Bishop of London, Charles James Blomfield, decreed the land be made available to the working poor. It was duly split up into allotments that locals could use to garden and produce their own food. A single well-managed plot could feed a family and the land also provided important green space for residents who lacked their own gardens. Continue reading →

The luxury rental market in London continues to thrive even with prices at the top experiencing a slip. People are still looking to rent luxurious properties in high profile areas, including Camden and Westminster. The demand means that the homes need to stand out though; an attractive, stylish property will be more likely to catch the eye of prospective tenants. Continue reading →

Alperton in the London Borough of Brent has quite interesting geography. The area is to the south of Wembley and benefits from great transport links as a result. Unusually though the area is bisected by Ealing Road and the Grand Union Canal. The former showcases the development that has gone on to help the suburban area grow. The latter is an important piece of the history of the area. Continue reading →

Barnet has the honour of being the most populated Borough in the whole of London. Although it is home to some 370,000 people, and regeneration is creating approximately 27,000 new homes within the next 15 years, the area is still green and has a great community feel. Continue reading →

Southwark Council is leading the way when it comes to the volume and quality of new council housing the local authority is committed to building. The plan is to create 11,000 new homes in the area for social rent by 2043. Continue reading →

When you look at the London Borough of Merton the first thing you will probably see is that it is home to Wimbledon. This is one of the largest and most prestigious towns in the area. Homes here are in very high demand, both in terms of purchase and rental. This makes it a really good spot for investment. Continue reading →

Living close to a river is an attractive proposition for a number of London residents. The proximity puts them close to nature, provides interesting sights, and also offers the potential of lovely walks when they want to relax and escape the hustle and bustle. In fact London Rivers Week was held from Monday 26th June to Sunday 2nd of July. It offered 30 free guided walks and tours. Continue reading →