Now we know Labour will be taking the reins of government and ushering in a new era of policies and promises, particularly in housing and property markets. Their manifesto outlines ambitious plans to address the chronic issues of housing affordability, renters’ rights, and homelessness. However, the practical implementation of these initiatives, especially in a local… Continue reading Labour’s Housing and Property Market Manifesto: What SE16 Homeowners & Landlords Should Know
Category: General
Why Are So Many SE16 Homeowners Selling So Soon After Buying?
The UK property market has seen significant shifts in recent years, particularly during the pandemic. One of those changes discussed by the Press are the number of properties for sale where the home seller is suffering from ‘buyers regret’. In estate and letting agency online forums, the ‘feeling’ is that there are a lot of… Continue reading Why Are So Many SE16 Homeowners Selling So Soon After Buying?
Understanding the Property Market: £/sq.ft Trends in the UK, Inner London and SE16
The property market in the UK is a complex and multifaceted entity, characterised by a myriad of factors that influence property prices and values. One of the critical metrics often underutilised to gauge the value of property is the price per square foot (£/sq.ft). This figure provides a standardised measure, enabling comparisons across different regions… Continue reading Understanding the Property Market: £/sq.ft Trends in the UK, Inner London and SE16
Why Hasn’t the SE16 Property Market Crashed?
The UK property market has demonstrated remarkable resilience despite facing significant challenges over the past 18 months. Many analysts in the autumn of 2022 predicted a severe downturn in house prices, driven by economic uncertainty, a cost-of-living crisis, and rising mortgage rates. Yet, contrary to these grim forecasts, UK (and SE16) house prices have remained… Continue reading Why Hasn’t the SE16 Property Market Crashed?
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:
Making Sense of the SE16 Property Market’s £714 per Square Foot Value
SE16, a vibrant area with a diverse property market, offers countless opportunities for homeowners seeking their next home. However, navigating this landscape requires a strategic approach to avoid common pitfalls. If you’re a current SE16 homeowner weighing up your options for a potential move, this guide will shed light on some key factors to consider.… Continue reading Making Sense of the SE16 Property Market’s £714 per Square Foot Value
SE16 Property Owners Reap £17,389 Yearly Gains Since 2001
As we are now nicely into 2024, it’s certain the SE16 housing market over the last 18 months has been a little more restrained than 2020, 2021 and early 2022, and I believe that the ‘steady as she goes’ outlook will continue into the rest of 2024 and beyond. As property ownership is a medium… Continue reading SE16 Property Owners Reap £17,389 Yearly Gains Since 2001
2-Bed or 3-Bed SE16 Homes: Which Sells the Fastest?
Understanding the nuances of property sales is essential for both homeowners and investors in the dynamic SE16 property market. A few weeks ago, I stated that of the SE16 properties that have sold subject to contract (stc) in the three months of Dec, Jan & Feb, it took an average of 98 days to sell. Now time has moved on, looking at the Jan, Feb and March SE16 house… Continue reading 2-Bed or 3-Bed SE16 Homes: Which Sells the Fastest?
SE16 Q1 2024: Property Market Report
In the articles on the SE16 property market, we like to provide an insight into the real story of what is happening in our SE16 (and national) property market and address the misconceptions that some of the ‘doom monger’ media have been spreading. Despite almost daily reports of a housing market crash since September 2022,… Continue reading SE16 Q1 2024: Property Market Report
The SE16 Property Blog 