London property rental market news & updates

Every year, as spring approaches London, there’s a sense of cheer as residents welcome the blossoming season by spending time at either one or more of the 3,000 parks the city has. Public parks and green spaces have been the bedrock of urban planning in London for centuries. With almost 50% of the UK capital …

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There is always a strong demand for rental properties in London near open green spaces and close to a station, facilitating a quick commute to the city. This trend has led to a surge in demand for properties at The Green Quarter in Southall, where residents benefit from 13 acres of beautiful parkland and an …

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Latest data from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) revealed that average house prices in the UK rose by 4.6% YoY in December 2024, marking its fastest increase since January 2023. Encouraged by consecutive rate cuts, the latest of which came last month when the Bank of England (BoE) cut the base rate to 4.5%, …

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Home to popular South-West London landmarks and newly created public spaces, such as the renewed Battersea Power Station, Thames Pathway and New Covent Garden Market, Nine Elms has transformed into a hub of residential activity in London’s thriving property market. In addition to being a sought-after rental hotspot just south of the River Thames, investors …

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2024 concluded incredibly well for the UK property market as buying and selling activity continued to grow through last year and into the start of 2025. According to Zoopla, a 30% increase in sales from last year means we now have the largest pipeline of sales for four years, which includes nearly 283,000 property sales …

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In the highly competitive Prime Central London market, watching monthly rent jump from £4,100 to £8,500 is a significant achievement. At Benham and Reeves, we are an estate agency that understands how strategic improvements can boost a property’s earning power. We teamed up with our interior design and furnishing partner InStyle Direct, who delivers exactly …

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Our client earns a whopping £2.5m (230% gain) from 2 riverside homes in Fulham, London SW6 at Imperial Wharf The London property market attracts investors from all over the world – more than any other global destination. Capital appreciation and consistent yields rank as the best globally as a medium to long term proposition. Case …

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2024 has been a better year for the UK economy as GDP growth showed continued resilience to stay positive after falling into the red during the last two quarters of 2023.

Earning yields of up to 6% in the outskirts of London is a great achievement. For more central areas such as Hammersmith, it’s truly incredible. But that’s exactly what Benham and Reeves have helped an overseas landlord achieve with the simple makeover of a 2-bed, 2-bath flat in Sovereign Court. Benham and Reeves has been …

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While is the Summer months traditionally mark the busiest period for the London rental property market, September marks the peak of activity as there is an influx of students starting university and professionals relocating for work.

Located in a central Zone 1 neighbourhood, 250 City Road in Islington has witnessed strong demand from corporate tenants, working across London’s financial and tech districts. This stylish property development by Berkeley Group includes a collection of studios, one, two and three-bedroom apartments, supported by a suite of upscale amenities, including a rooftop gym and …

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