london housing

"We uncover what makes these areas of north and east London so resilient"

"London is the greatest city of all time. Or so says our Mayor, Sadiq Khan. And the Mayor before him Boris Johnson and indeed Ken Livingstone, before him."

"New home starts in London have sunk. Starts have been ebbing since 2023, but plunged to just 2,148 on sites over 20 private homes in the first half of 2025 – a low watermark even compared to post global financial crisis."

"Questions around the outcome of the October budget have weighed on those involved in the prime central London market, overshadowing the benefits of lower mortgage rates felt by some buyers in outer prime markets."

"Cash buyers have supported activity across prime London, but the market remains price-sensitive as buyers’ budgets have come under pressure. As such, sellers who are most prepared to be realistic on price will likely garner the best end result"