Southwark Council recently released their investment plans for Old Kent Road. The entire scheme will be a multi-billion pound project that will deliver 1,000 new homes, shops, offices, public spaces, and two new stations. It is hoped the work could be completed in the next decade. This would be one of the largest examples of property investment Southwark has ever seen. Continue reading →

In July Redbridge Council joined the number of local authorities cracking down on developers that don’t create enough affordable housing. They rejected a planning application for a 25 storey building in Ilford that only offered 12 affordable homes out of a total of 124. A housing officer remarked that the proposal was not in line with the planning policy and therefore was not acceptable. Continue reading →

In the Housing Strategy the Mayor of London set out plans to create 30 zones for development across different London Boroughs. The aim is to provide £600 million in funding and planning measures to help build more homes in these areas. If all goes to plan the move will lead to the construction of 75,000 new homes, improvements in infrastructure, and also create 150,000 jobs. Continue reading →

We have written a number of articles in the past explaining how properties close to transport links can offer premium prices. These locations are very popular, with both buyers and renters willing to pay extra for easy access to transportation. Continue reading →

Exciting projects that support independent local businesses can really stimulate an area. This has already been seen in Lambeth with the Pop Brixton project. The disused land was transformed into a community initiative, creating space for businesses and hosting events that will make a difference in the local area. Continue reading →

Kingston Upon Thames is a popular area for students due to the presence of the university. Four campuses are spread across the Borough, offering a wide range of different undergraduate courses, postgraduate work, and further education. Continue reading →

Earlier in August it was revealed that plans for a new secondary school for Hounslow have been accepted by the local council. The Bolder Academy now has planning permission and will offer 900 new places at full capacity for students when it is finished. Continue reading →

Hillingdon is renowned for having some of the best parks in the whole of London. With over 200 across the whole area, residents have plenty of outdoor space to make use of. These green spaces are big selling points, attracting buyers and investors of all shapes and sizes. Properties in close proximity to these spaces are highly regarded, especially if they don’t have their own gardens. Continue reading →

The Kingswood Nurseries site in Enfield was originally intended to become the home of new private housing. The initial plan would have created just 8 affordable homes. Progress with the project was not made though and the site was subsequently purchased by Bramble Estates. They now plan to create a £15 million development of 56 affordable homes. Continue reading →

In July Croydon Council made an interesting move to help it provide more affordable homes. The local authority chose to invest an initial £25 million in a new charity that will focus on buying up market homes that will be used to house tenants who need more accessible housing. The properties are expected to be offered for 65% of market rent on three year assured tenancies. Continue reading →