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 Property Market: Why 2025 is Set to Be a Strong Year

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

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

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?

The 2024 SE16 Property Market

An analysis of last year’s property market and what will happen in 2025? As an experienced estate and letting agent based in SE16, I like to monitor the UK and SE16 property market trends. Therefore, I will start by analysing the 2024 property market (both nationally and locally) and then give my predictions for 2025.… Continue reading The 2024 SE16 Property Market