In London a number of different things have been done to encourage the construction of homes. Amongst these was the decision to allow more offices to be transformed into residential properties. In many cases these conversions are covered under permitted development rights, allowing owners to make the change without having to obtain planning permission. Continue reading →

Harrow continues to increase in popularity amongst buyers looking for great homes. It has benefitted from improvements in transport links, including new services on the Metropolitan Line. Additionally the affordability in a number of areas is a great selling point. This gives people the chance to make their money go further and if price growth continues buyers will be rewarded with good capital gains in the future. Continue reading →

In November Iverna Quay was revealed as the next large development at Greenwich Millennium Village. The development will see up to 3,000 homes created when all of the construction is completed. Continue reading →

The redevelopment plans for the old Royal Mail site adjacent to Paddington Station in the City of Westminster have changed dramatically in recent years. Initially the idea was to create a 72 storey residential tower that would have created new homes. The idea met a lot of opposition and ultimately failed to make process. Continue reading →

CBRE recently released a report examining the leading tech cities in Europe. Although the UK is set to leave the Union the data found that London was the number one destination for technology-based companies. It beat competition from well established cities like Paris and Berlin, as well as up-and-comers like Budapest and Istanbul. Continue reading →

The £225 Stonebridge Estate regeneration in the London Borough of Brent is set to enter its final stage this month. This comes after a new £150 million joint venture between Hyde Housing Group and Hill was granted planning permission. Continue reading →

The Northern Line is one of the most popular routes on the London Underground. It stretches from North to South, connecting people with the Centre of the city as well as to popular spots for nightlife. With these facts it is no surprise that it sees tens of thousands of passengers on a daily basis. Continue reading →

Wandsworth Council is to become the second authority in London to put a Right to Part Buy scheme into practice. They are actively encouraging tenants to make the investment in their properties, helping them to get on the property ladder and become owners. Continue reading →

Market analysts have been predicting a tough future for the property scene in London, expecting current events to result in shocks to the property sector. Some even fear that the current housing bubble will burst, causing prices to fall. The latest report from estate agents Savills could put these fears to rest though. Continue reading →

Victoria House in Cheam, Sutton may finally be set for demolition as part of new redevelopment plans. The building has been empty since 2006 and has deteriorated substantially in that time, attracting a great deal of vandalism and anti-social behaviour. In the last decade the property has changed hands several times and been earmarked for regeneration at multiple points. A previous project even gained permission but no progress was made. Continue reading →