Uxbridge is one of the most favoured locations in the London Borough of Hillingdon. It is busy but still manages to keep a local feel thanks to the great setting and close proximity to open countryside. With good connections on the Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines and Heathrow Airport to the south, this is one of the best connected areas in the whole of the capital too. Continue reading →

Harringay has grown into a popular area for families over the last 15 years. This has occurred due to the strong community feel on offer, completely abolishing the chequered past of the area. Now homes on the “ladder”, a series of nineteen streets that look like rungs on a ladder, are highly prized. As a result the area has become favoured amongst people seeking the best opportunities for property investment Haringey has. Continue reading →

Buyers can expect to pay a premium if they want to live in a hotspot area. High demand pushes prices up, particularly if supply is restricted and more owners are holding on to assets so they can benefit from capital gains. Surprisingly many buyers are willing to pay the prices though, particularly for areas that offer exactly what they want. Continue reading →

Hackney continues to see new developments that take it further and further away from its industrial heritage. In the past parts of the Borough were home to everything from small factories to breakers yard’s. These fell out of use over the years though. Fortunately the arrival of the art scene brought regeneration and ultimately pushed prices up, leading to even more redevelopment. Continue reading →

The new east to west links being created by Crossrail are driving regeneration and building projects in a number of destinations along the riverside. A number of these are set to become hotspots for first time buyers and investors alike. Two of the most notable ones are based in Greenwich; Abbey Wood and Woolwich. Both will receive new stations as part of the work. Continue reading →

In past articles we have written about different factors that can add premiums to property prices, including living in close proximity to transport links and parks. Research released by Lloyds Bank shows that another factor that can add considerable value is being close to a supermarket. Continue reading →

Outlying areas on main transport routes into Central London are becoming increasingly popular amongst buyers. The locations tend to offer more space and better value for money than locations close to the city centre. With good transport links and the affordability, it is no surprise that so many people are looking at buying and renting in the areas. Continue reading →

Harlsden in the London Borough of Brent has some of the best prospects of any area in the capital. It is the focus of huge regeneration work and will also become one of the major transport hubs in the capital when Crossrail and HS2 arrive. With good schools and thousands of new homes expected in the coming years, it is definitely an area worth looking at. Continue reading →

At Finefair we specialise in property management in Wandsworth, helping investors to keep their assets in the perfect condition. We can look after a huge array of different properties, from family homes to flats, blocks and even estates. We tailor services to suit any requirement and always maximise professionalism. Continue reading →

In April Tower Hamlets was named as the only East London hotspot for young professionals. The data from Lloyds Bank looked at which locations saw the highest number of people from this demographic (aged between 25 and 44) choosing to live in areas. The Borough came 6th in the top ten. Continue reading →