Connections between the North and South banks of the River Thames have been a hot topic for many years. It has long been known there is need for new ones to help improve connectivity and reduce congestion on existing routes. Several different sites have been earmarked to become home for new crossings but the progress has been slow. Continue reading →

London is home to many Boroughs and all of them possess their own unique charm. Found in the North-East of the capital, Redbridge is one such and is known far and wide, not only throughout the city, but the country as well as the ‘leafy suburb’. The area is the perfect place for anyone who would like a bit of green in their new neighbourhood. Continue reading →

Recent figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) show that the most affordable Boroughs in London continue to show the best price growth. They recently released data from the last year to August and the figures make really impressive reading, particularly for property owners in areas like Newham, Havering, Waltham Forest, and Barking and Dagenham. Continue reading →

One of the things people interested in property investment may look at is the access to education in an area. This is attractive to couples, families, students, and investors looking to let properties to this kind of tenants. Close proximity to good schools and universities can result in premiums on prices, potentially boosting the returns. Continue reading →

The Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is home to a large number of very expensive properties. The area is renowned for this, and the prestige that several of the postcodes offer. Surprisingly there are some areas that do provide impressive value for money, especially in comparison to their expensive neighbours. Continue reading →

The Borough of Islington is very popular and home to a number of wonderful areas including the district of the same name and Highgate. Even with this though there are still some locations that have yet to achieve their full potential. Holloway is the best example of this and offers great prospects for buyers and investors alike. Continue reading →

Over a decade being involved in lettings and sales as well as property, block and estate management has taught us much about the market in the capital. This in turn has enabled us to evolve into a company that’s widely recognised. Operating throughout London, we have helped customers in finding their ideal properties and taken on the job of managing them. Havering one area we serve proudly, and to this day it has remained an immensely popular destination for buyers and investors. Continue reading →

Earlier in October a report “What are London renters thinking?” was released. It detailed the anonymous rental experiences that people from across the capital have had in the private sector. It makes interesting reading, particularly looking at the complaints they had and the areas they are from. Landlords can learn a lot from the report, including some useful insights that could help them to improve the experience tenants have. Continue reading →

Greenwich Peninsula has seen some huge developments over the years, dramatically transforming the former marshland. It was originally drained to create land for pasture but became a focus of the industrial revolution in the 19th century. As part of this it became home to many manufacturers including steel works, gasworks, and chemical producers. Continue reading →

Brent Cross shopping centre celebrated its 40th anniversary in September. The site was a pioneer in the UK, becoming the very first regional mall of its type. When it opened it was seen as a modern, covered centre, home to a wide array of shops. Visitors could shop to their heart’s content protected from the elements. Continue reading →