SE16 – Q1 2025

Property Market Report Understanding what’s really going on in the SE16 property market is key to cutting through the noise and seeing the true picture­—both locally and nationally. Despite the near constant doom and gloom headlines predicting a housing crash since September 2022, the stats tell a very different story. The British property market—and SE16… Continue reading SE16 – Q1 2025

The £4.52m SE16 Bank of Mum and Dad in 2025: A Blessing or a Barrier?

In today’s SE16 property market, the Bank of Mum and Dad remains a powerful force — and it’s only grown more influential. For many first-time buyers in SE16, parental help is not just a boost, it’s often the key to the front door. But is this a sign of generosity? Or a symptom of something… Continue reading The £4.52m SE16 Bank of Mum and Dad in 2025: A Blessing or a Barrier?

SE16 Property Market – The 21% ‘New Build Premium’

A SE16 landlord recently asked me why the brand new property she was considering was noticeably more expensive than a similar second-hand home in the same location. It’s a common question, and many homeowners and landlords in SE16 have likely pondered it. So, I decided to dig into the data to uncover the truth behind… Continue reading SE16 Property Market – The 21% ‘New Build Premium’

The End of Leasehold?

The End of Leasehold? What the Government’s New Reforms Mean for the 11,560 SE16 Leaseholders The Government has taken a significant step towards abolishing leasehold properties in England and Wales, introducing a white paper that proposes making commonhold the default tenure for flats and apartments. The reforms, which aim to phase out leasehold for the… Continue reading The End of Leasehold?

Is the SE16 Property Market a Buyers’ or Sellers’ Market?

Are you an SE16 homeowner considering a move in the next six to twelve months? Perhaps you’re a buy-to-let landlord weighing up whether to expand or streamline your portfolio? Or maybe you’re a first-time buyer wondering if now is the right moment to take the plunge? Whatever your position, knowing whether the SE16 market is… Continue reading Is the SE16 Property Market a Buyers’ or Sellers’ Market?

SE16 House Sales Up 102.6% as Interest Rates Fall

Last week, the Bank of England’s interest rate dropped to 4.5%, marking its third cut in under a year. This decision follows a previous reduction in November 2024, with the rate remaining unchanged in December. While most of the Bank’s policymakers supported the move to 4.5%, a minority favoured a more aggressive cut to 4.25%,… Continue reading SE16 House Sales Up 102.6% as Interest Rates Fall

How Long Does a Property Spend on the Market in SE16?

When browsing property portals (Rightmove, Zoopla or On The Market), many people wonder why some SE16 homes linger on the market far longer than others. It’s easy to assume there’s something wrong – an issue with the property, an inflated asking price, or a lack of interest – but that’s not always the case. Sometimes,… Continue reading How Long Does a Property Spend on the Market in SE16?

Are We Building Too Many Homes in SE16?

The issue of new housebuilding in the UK stirs strong emotions. Many believe their local areas are turning into construction zones, with too many homes being built, disrupting the character of towns and villages. But is this perception grounded in reality? The Labour government, which came into power in the summer of 2024, has set… Continue reading Are We Building Too Many Homes in SE16?

How much would it cost to buy all the homes in SE16?

This interesting question was posed by one of my SE16 landlord’s teenage daughters when they dropped into my offices before the Christmas break (doesn’t that seem an age away now?). I didn’t know the answer off the top of my head, yet I promised I would find out. So, over the Christmas holidays, I worked… Continue reading How much would it cost to buy all the homes in SE16?