London Rental Property News for January 2011
Plans for new Croydon trams announced
Those living in flats to rent in the London borough of Croydon and property to rent in Wimbledon could soon benefit from an increased tram service.
Read Article ... Published on 31st January, 2011
Maida Vale: Full of properties with character
Maida Vale, located in west London's City of Westminster, is an attractive and affluent residential district situated between Kilburn and St John's Wood. The area is bordered by Maida Vale Road in the north-east, Kilburn Park Road in the north-west, Shirland Road and Blomfield Road to the south-west and Maida Avenue and the Regent's Canal in the south.
Read Article ... Published on 31st January, 2011
Property to rent in London 'still required as mortgages remain restricted'
Property to rent in London, especially in prestigious boroughs such as Kensington, could continue to be in demand by Britons who cannot afford a mortgage for houses in the area.
Read Article ... Published on 28th January, 2011
Greenwich residents to benefit from EV charging points
Those living in property to rent in the London borough of Greenwich will soon notice charging points for electric vehicles being installed in their neighbourhoods.
Read Article ... Published on 28th January, 2011
Hammersmith residents to benefit from new sports facilities
People living in property to rent in the London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham are soon to benefit from new sports facilities.
Read Article ... Published on 28th January, 2011
"Second steppers" may be impacted upon by FTB struggles
Chelsea could be an ideal location for first-time buyers (FTBs) to purchase their first property because of its favoured postcode.
Read Article ... Published on 28th January, 2011
London Overground 'better services Wapping residents'
Property to rent in Wapping is serviced by the London Overground, a transport link that more people are happy with, according to a new survey.
Read Article ... Published on 28th January, 2011
Kensington academy and leisure centre consultation opens
A new academy and leisure centre could soon be improving the appeal of property to rent in the Royal borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
Read Article ... Published on 28th January, 2011
Moving to property to rent in Enfield made easier
Moving to property to rent in the London borough of Enfield has been made easier by the local council.
Read Article ... Published on 27th January, 2011
Brent residents given say on transport plans
Residents of property to rent in the London borough of Brent are being given the chance to express their views on transport plans for the area.
Read Article ... Published on 27th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Sutton: Youth employment defies UK trend
The UK's rising trend of youth unemployment is being bucked in Sutton, which may encourage more young jobseekers to consider moving to flats to rent in the London borough of Sutton.
Read Article ... Published on 27th January, 2011
Locals invited to comment on rules for properties to rent in Harringey
Residents are being invited to have their say on rules relating to privately rented property in Harringey being occupied by large numbers of unrelated tenants.
Read Article ... Published on 26th January, 2011
Oyster to operate on Putney riverbus
Oyster holders living in property to rent in the London borough of Wandsworth will soon be able to use their pre-paid pass to travel on the Putney to Blackfriars riverbus service.
Read Article ... Published on 26th January, 2011
Lewisham welcomes new young mayor
Kieza Silveira de Sousa has become Lewisham's seventh young mayor and will work to improve conditions for young people in the area.
Read Article ... Published on 26th January, 2011
Wormholt Park 'improved for those in property to rent in Hammersmith & Fulham'
A group in Shepherds Bush is hoping to improve Wormholt Park for those in property to rent in the London borough of Hammersmith & Fulham and other local residents.
Read Article ... Published on 25th January, 2011
London rents 'fall in December'
Rents in London fell by a significant proportion at the end of 2010, new research has shown, which may offer a strong reason to seek flats to rent in London.
Read Article ... Published on 25th January, 2011
Social care standard 'is high in Islington'
The standard of social care that is provided to vulnerable and disabled people living in flats to rent in the London borough of Islington is high.
Read Article ... Published on 25th January, 2011
Wandsworth receives grant fund for community projects
A grant fund for community projects has been made available to homeowners and those living in property to rent in the London borough of Wandsworth.
Read Article ... Published on 25th January, 2011
Bexley families 'can apply for nursery places online'
People living in property to rent in the London borough of Bexley and who have a child that was born between September 1st 2007 and August 31st 2008 can now apply for nursery places online.
Read Article ... Published on 25th January, 2011
Rental property 'growing in popularity'
Renting appears to be growing in popularity in the UK, new research has shown, which may explain the allure of property to rent in London.
Read Article ... Published on 24th January, 2011
Hillingdon Council to help with royal wedding parties
Support is being offered to people in flats to rent in the London borough of Hillingdon who want to mark the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton in style.
Read Article ... Published on 24th January, 2011
London River Park recognised in planning competition
A design for a new mile-long floating walk on the bank of the river Thames has received the Mayor's Award for Planning Excellence, which may interest those looking for flats to rent in the City of London.
Read Article ... Published on 21st January, 2011
Wandsworth property to rent: 'Free school' set to open
Families looking for property to rent in the London borough of Wandsworth may be buoyed by the news that a 'free school' will be opened in the area.
Read Article ... Published on 21st January, 2011
Residents of flats to rent in Westminster awarded for contributions
Residents of flats to rent in the London borough of Westminster have been honoured for their contributions to their community.
Read Article ... Published on 21st January, 2011
Property to rent in Richmond-upon-Thames: Exciting plans in Hampton North
People could find an additional reason to move to property to rent in the London borough of Richmond-upon-Thames, after the council announced an "exciting new prospect" in the area.
Read Article ... Published on 20th January, 2011
New scheme to start next week for children living in property to rent in Kingston
A new scheme that aims to help children living in property to rent in the London borough of Kingston-upon-Thames in their transition from primary to secondary school is to be launched next week.
Read Article ... Published on 20th January, 2011
Property to rent in Brent: Youngsters jump at parkour classes
Families with children interested active pursuits may want to look for property to rent in the London borough of Brent, as a series of classes on parkour are being held there.
Read Article ... Published on 19th January, 2011
Barking & Dagenham libraries safeguarded from closure
Book lovers looking for flats to rent in the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham may be pleased to learn that libraries will not be closed in the area to save money.
Read Article ... Published on 19th January, 2011
Residents of property to rent in Ealing urged to apply for alley-gating scheme
Residents of property to rent in the London borough of Ealing are being urged to submit their applications for the council's alley-gating scheme.
Read Article ... Published on 19th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Merton: Residents see improvements in area
A survey may have given further reasons to seek flats to rent in the London borough of Merton, after finding that residents are happier with the local council.
Read Article ... Published on 18th January, 2011
Haringey renters urged to unite if weather worsens
Residents of property to rent in the London borough of Haringey are being urged to pull together if the weather worsens and snow sweeps the area again.
Read Article ... Published on 18th January, 2011
Greenwich news: LOCOG confirms Olympic ticket sales
Sports fans living in property to rent in the London borough of Greenwich have been told when they can buy tickets for the 2012 Olympic Games - which will be held almost on their doorsteps.
Read Article ... Published on 17th January, 2011
Residents fight to save property to rent in the London borough of Lewisham
A group of residents are fighting to save an estate of property to rent in the London borough of Lewisham.
Read Article ... Published on 17th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Kensington and Chelsea may appeal as borough tops GCSE tables
Those looking for property to rent in London and have children may be keen on Kensington and Chelsea after the borough was shown to have the best GCSE results in the country by local authority average.
Read Article ... Published on 14th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Camden may be ideal for researchers
Those involved in the field of biomedical research may be keen to find property to rent in the London borough of Camden, following news that permission has been given to build a huge new facility there.
Read Article ... Published on 14th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Redbridge to get greener environment
Those looking for property to rent in the London Borough of Redbridge may enjoy a much leafier environment after plans were announced for a major tree-planting programme there.
Read Article ... Published on 13th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Westminster 'near best London spas'
Those seeking property to rent in the City of Westminster will find, should they complete a deal for a place to live, they are located close to some of the finest spas London has to offer.
Read Article ... Published on 13th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Southwark 'come with improving education'
Those with families seeking property to rent in the London Borough of Southwark may be encouraged by news that the borough led the way for improvements in school GCSE results last year.
Read Article ... Published on 12th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Croydon 'to be near new world class venue'
Those seeking property to rent in the London borough of Croydon could enjoy watching athletics in a world class venue at a revamped Crystal Palace, under a new plan proposed today.
Read Article ... Published on 12th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Southwark may be popular as production nears
Those seeking property to rent in the London borough of Southwark may want to schedule some time in the area to catch a performance of Company.
Read Article ... Published on 12th January, 2011
Those renting property in London to gain better 'noisy neighbour' protection
Those seeking flats to rent in London will be among those who could benefit from new government legislation to speed up the eviction of misbehaving tenants.
Read Article ... Published on 11th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Barking and Dagenham may be great for cyclists
Those looking for property to rent in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham may find it is ideal for keen cyclists, as new figures have shown a dedicated bike route from the area to central London has become increasingly popular.
Read Article ... Published on 11th January, 2011
Mayfair
Mayfair is a district that needs little introduction. Located in the heart of London's West End, it is a byword for sophistication, wealth and prime land. Not for nothing is it the place every Monopoly player wants to hold. Bordered by Piccadilly, Bond Street, Oxford Street and Hyde Park, it is one of London's most upmarket addresses.
Read Article ... Published on 11th January, 2011
Those seeking flats in Merton may enjoy Wombling time
People looking for property to rent in the London borough of Merton could enjoy re-living a part of their childhood as the council is considering naming a street in honour of Wombles creator Elisabeth Beresford, who died aged 84 last month.
Read Article ... Published on 10th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Wandsworth to be near new restaurant
Those looking for property to rent in the London borough of Wandsworth will soon be able to enjoy eating out at a new restaurant after the council gave the green light to plans to create the establishment.
Read Article ... Published on 10th January, 2011
Council ratings may boost demand for flats to rent in Ealing
Those considering looking for property to rent in Ealing may be encouraged by news that a poll has rated the services of the borough council very highly.
Read Article ... Published on 10th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Newham may offer speedy fun for cyclists
Those renting property in the London Borough of Newham could enjoy some very fast fun on two wheels, after club cyclists tested out the track at the Olympic velodrome.
Read Article ... Published on 7th January, 2011
Flats in Westminster offer easy access to Lords
Those who like watching cricket may wish to seek property to rent in the City of Westminster, which includes Lords Cricket Ground.
Read Article ... Published on 7th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Westminster 'near best sushi bars'
Those who want to visit the best sushi bars in London may find getting property to rent in the City of Westminster leaves them very close to one of the top outlets.
Read Article ... Published on 6th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Islington may enjoy leafier environment
Those seeking flats to rent in Islington may be able to enjoy a leafier environment following the publication of a proposed new council policy on trees.
Read Article ... Published on 6th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Camden 'close to great curry spot'
Those looking to rent property in the London Borough of Camden may find a particular highlight of living in the area is the existence of Indian restaurant Masala Zone.
Read Article ... Published on 5th January, 2011
Property to rent in Westminster may be popular with cyclists
Those seeking property to rent in the City of Westminster may be among those who enjoy cycling, as new figures from Transport for London (TFL) have shown the mayor's cycle hire scheme has enjoyed the greatest take-up in the area.
Read Article ... Published on 5th January, 2011
Property to rent in London 'helps pay mortgages'
Those looking for property to rent in London may find doing so is helping hard-pressed homeowners to pay their mortgages.
Read Article ... Published on 5th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Lambeth offer Tate on doorstep
Those thinking of renting flats in the London borough of Lambeth may be interested in the many works of art to be seen in exhibitions at one of the borough's most prominent venues, the Tate Modern.
Read Article ... Published on 4th January, 2011
Flats to rent in Merton may be popular as street proves Britain's costliest
Those wondering whether to rent or buy in Merton may find the former option is definitely the wisest due to local house prices, with the borough having the most expensive street in the UK.
Read Article ... Published on 4th January, 2011
