London Property

Venue apartments sell fast in Muswell Hill
Opportunities to purchase one of the stunning George Wimpey apartments at The Venue, Muswell Hill, are disappearing fast – with just three fantastic properties now remaining at the sought-after North London development.
Central London residential rents fall 1.9%
Residential rents have fallen for the fifth quarterly period, with a decline of 1.9% in June 2009, according to the Knight Frank Prime London Rental Index.

Investor finds perfect tenant – his daughter!
When Jo Young started working in London, she was initially happy to commute from her old flat in Uxbridge. But when she decided she needed to be in the heart of the capital, it was her father Bob who helped out – buying a brand new two-bedroom apartment at Kennington Park Square, Barratt’s latest development in Kennington, SE11.

Government help for London first timers
The First-Time Buyer Initiative – a Government scheme designed to help people get on the property ladder – is coming back to Barratt’s new Dalston Square development in Hackney, East London.

New show apartment opens in Lewisham
Leading developer George Wimpey has opened a stylish show apartment to offer property-seekers an insight into its exciting collection of High Street apartments, now on sale in the London suburb of Lewisham.

Final few homes on sale at London’s Cromwell Place
Time is running out for househunters looking for an architecturally-stunning home in one of London’s most sought-after locations, as just five properties now remain for sale at George Wimpey's Cromwell Place.

Green apartments turn rubbish into energy
100 eco flats are to be built in Luton by the end of 2010 as part of Milieu Architects’ environmentally sustainable project. The apartments will use solar collectors and wind turbines, and would turn waste materials into energy to keep heating bills down to around £100 per year.
Mayor agrees plans for over 750 new London homes
The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, has approved plans that will see over 750 new homes, plus commercial and leisure facilities, built next to the Thames Barrier in Newham. The proposed development -‘Barrier Park East’ - will transform this former industrial site into a vibrant east London neighbourhood, bringing new life to a long neglected corner of the capital.
Flexible living for homes workers in Acton
With more people working from home than ever before, developments that accommodate office facilities are soaring in popularity.

Special discounts for armed forces in London
London’s military servicemen and women are being offered special incentives to help them get their feet on the property ladder.
New family homes in Muswell Hill
With Wimbledon Championship fast approaching, interest in tennis is set to reach its annual two-week high, as the British public dust off their racquets and head to their local park. As many tennis enthusiasts struggle to get onto a free court, homeowners with their own private tennis courts will be enjoying their exclusive use.

Courtyard homes within easy reach of London
Commuters seeking a stylish home within easy reach of Central London can now snap up a three-bedroom townhouse off plan at Bryant’s new courtyard development in Caterham-on-the-Hill in Surrey.
London tenants call the shots
London tenants are making the most of their current strong position, reports property consultants Cluttons, which has noticed a shift in the power dynamic between tenants and landlords as people seek long-term security for their bargain rental.

Ultimate luxury at affordable prices
The luxury urban penthouse was once considered to be the preserve of the rich and wealthy, but in a property market that is going through a major re-adjustment buyers may be surprised at how genuine high-quality living can be within their financial reach.
George Wimpey sponsors Sunflower Music Festival
Leading housebuilder George Wimpey West London has kindly agreed to sponsor the Sunflower Music Festival taking place at The White Hart, London Road, Hook on Saturday June 27th.