The UK housing market has always been subject to government policy announcements, outside forces of economics, and consumer confidence fluctuations. After a turbulent 2024, there is evidence that 2025 will provide more stability and growth—particularly in areas such as SE16, where affordability, high demand, and improved financial situations are coming together to create a helpful… Continue reading SE16 Property Market: Why 2025 is Set to Be a Strong Year
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A Tale of Two SE16 Property Markets and the Need for Realistic Pricing
The SE16 property market has undergone significant changes over the past few years, as depicted in the two graphs provided. These visualisations capture the trends in the number of properties available for sale and the number of properties sold subject to contract (SSTC) from January 2019 to July 2024. By analysing these graphs, we can… Continue reading A Tale of Two SE16 Property Markets and the Need for Realistic Pricing
SE16 Property Market:
Navigating the Rollercoaster of the Last Six Years The SE16 property market has experienced a rollercoaster ride since 2019, reflecting the unprecedented challenges and opportunities that have shaped the landscape of home buying and selling in the area. The accompanying graph vividly illustrates these dramatic fluctuations, comparing SE16’s monthly house sales, expressed as a percentage… Continue reading SE16 Property Market:
Are Our SE16 Homes Fit for Our Families?
Insights for SE16 Homeowners and Landlords SE16 has become an attractive destination for both families to buy and rent and is known for its rich heritage and strategic location. In this article, I will delve into the current housing situation of family homes in SE16, compare them with national averages, and then explore opportunities for… Continue reading Are Our SE16 Homes Fit for Our Families?
SE16 Property Market 2024: A Strategic Guide for Buyers and Sellers
Are you a homeowner in SE16? Are you thinking of moving home in the next six to twelve months? Whether you’re aiming to buy your dream SE16 home or sell a beloved property, grasping the current market dynamics is crucial. You might be a buy-to-let landlord in SE16, possibly looking at selling or buying another… Continue reading SE16 Property Market 2024: A Strategic Guide for Buyers and Sellers
Is SE16 Overcrowded?
A Closer Look at the Numbers SE16, with its vibrant culture and rich history, has long been an attractive place to live. However, recent concerns suggest that the whole of the UK (and thus SE16) may be facing a population crisis, impacting the quality of life for its residents. With 26,908 people living in every… Continue reading Is SE16 Overcrowded?
SE16 Buy-to-Let Property Market:
A SE16 Landlord’s Perspective on Recent Trends Over the past few years, the UK rental market has experienced significant fluctuations, with rents increasing dramatically during the Covid-19 pandemic. Between 2020 and 2022, demand far exceeded supply, driving rents to unprecedented levels. In Inner London for example, the average rent has risen from £2,492 per calendar… Continue reading SE16 Buy-to-Let Property Market:
SE16’s £3.19 Billion Inheritance from Baby Boomers Won’t Save Gen X and Millennials
Many SE16 people I talk to in their late 30s to late 40s are relying on the inheritance from their Baby boomer generation parents to help them in their home buying and retirement future. It is true there is £2 trillion (£2,040,861,524,790 to be exact give or take a few pennies) tied up in equity… Continue reading SE16’s £3.19 Billion Inheritance from Baby Boomers Won’t Save Gen X and Millennials
Why didn’t SE16 House Prices Crash in 2023?
As I review the performance of the SE16 property market in 2023, it’s evident that despite the challenges, the housing sector in the area has shown remarkable resilience. At the beginning of the year, many commentators in January 2023 suggested house prices would drop like a stone in 2023. The Halifax thought there would be… Continue reading Why didn’t SE16 House Prices Crash in 2023?
Selling in the New Year
Getting your house ready to sell in the new year is a strategic move. Here at Metro Village, we’ve got some valuable tips to assist you in preparing your home and ways to entice potential buyers: 1. Focus on Key Areas: Begin by giving special attention to the critical spaces in your home, especially the… Continue reading Selling in the New Year
