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Two new high rises and 387 homes for Lea Bridge

Waltham Forest has ambitious plans to transform the borough. They are currently working on a new Local Plan that will guide development up to 2035. Crucially, it identifies new infrastructure projects and sites for potential redevelopment. One project is awaiting approval, but has been recommended for a green light. Let’s take a closer look, then you can talk to us if you need help from a lettings agent in Waltham Forest. Continue reading

Getting the train in Sutton

Commuting is a way of life in many parts of London. Some people do it on a daily basis to get to work or school. Others do it occasionally as part of hybrid working or to enjoy leisure time in different parts of the city. Whatever the case, a lot of people want to live near stations. It can make some areas really good for investors because there will be high demand for rentals. If you are thinking about property investment in Sutton, new data about the busiest stations is essential reading. Continue reading

What could Newham Council’s 25/26 Budget mean for the borough?

Earlier this month, Newham Council gave the first look at their Draft Budget for the 25/26 financial year. A consultation period with residents is now underway. Ultimately, the plan is to present the final Budget on 27th February to see if it gets approval. Before then, we want to look at some of the main points in the proposal. It could have an impact on various things, including investment properties in Newham. Continue reading

A twist in plans to expand Wimbledon

Last year plans to expand Wimbledon got planning permission from the GLA. Deputy Mayor of London for Planning, Jules Pipe, said they had given approval because the development would benefit the community, the economy, and sport in general. It was all looking rosy for the project, but there has been a twist recently with legal action to challenge the decision. We want to have a closer look to see what this could mean for the plans. Then, if you need help with estate management in Merton, you can speak to us. Continue reading

Big plans for Lewisham Shopping Centre

In November, Landsec U+I gave the first look at their plans to redevelop Lewisham Shopping Centre. They have planning documents with CGI images of the site and detailed plans of the first phase. The expectation is the Council will consider them at the start of 2025 and make a decision. Before that happens, we want to have a closer look at the proposals. Then, if you want to find out how we offer some of the most impressive services of any lettings agent in Lewisham, you can speak to us. Continue reading

Lambeth Council is looking for a new home development partner

Lambeth Council has started a search for a development partner. The goal is to team up with them to complete a 450-home project. It will involve building across six sites over the borough. According to the local authority, at least 150 of these properties will be affordable. As a top provider of property management in Lambeth and other parts of London, we always love to see projects that will provide new housing. Continue reading

2024 was an interesting time for house prices

As we near the end of the year, people will be reviewing their portfolios and planning their strategies for 2025. It is quite good timing then that Halifax has had a look at the data for the regional house price risers and fallers for the year to September 2024. It is worth a look, especially if you are thinking about property investment in Kingston upon Thames and other parts of London. Continue reading

New plans for Griffin Park

The site of Brentford FC’s former stadium at Griffin Park will soon get a new lease of life. HTA Design recently submitted new plans for the redevelopment. These include some impressive amendments from earlier proposals from 2021. We want to have a closer look at them here because they could be transformative for the area and benefit the community. Then, if you invest in assets and want block management in Hounslow, we can help. Continue reading