Area Comments
Little needs in many ways to be said about Kensington as a place: if you know London at all, you know it, at least a little. This is the heart of London establishment, at least the part of it that lets its hair down a little. It's also the heart of shopping, the heart of politics, and a wealth of wonderful, often extremely beautiful, property.
Kensington might be the most desirable place to live in London (though others might shout a lot about that). It's close to the best parks around; Kensington Gardens, Holland Park, and Hyde Park are right next to it, and Green Park isn't far. In fact few places are: Kensington has excellent transport links to virtually everywhere.
This is definitely the place to eat, party, shop, and see things. Kensington's own stores are the last word in all the biggest and best brands, whilst nearby Kings Road specializes in smaller stores and even more couture. The biggest and best museums in London are in South Ken, whilst the restaurants represent every level from the cheap and cheerful through the middle of the range to the top of the top in the world. There are wondrous bars and clubs all over the area, both in Kensington, as well as nearby Chelsea, and over the hill into Notting Hill and Holland Park areas. The feel of the place is a little conservative, both big C and small, but it's far more relaxed than many other areas of its general price bracket.
Property here is extraordinary. Even at its most bargain end - the slightly misleadingly named North Kensington - there are beautiful houses off towards Ladbroke Grove, excellent terraces of Georgian and Victorian homes proliferate. There are some ex-council flats and many apartments in this area. But in Kensington itself the speciality is the tall, elegant Victorian terraced townhouse and mansion block. Massive apartments can easily house families, whilst the houses are out of this world. If you're looking nearby to Holland Park itself or to Kensington Gardens, you have to add substantial amounts to already large price tags. All houses around here tend to be extremely fine, and it's hard to find them on the market for long. Larger flats are more likely, or - if you have to be in this neighbourhood but want a little more of a deal -the houses of North Kensington.
Kensington is smart, respectable, and busy - and one of the most desirable and expensive addresses in town.
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Area News for Kensington
Hammersmith and Fulham students ace GCSEs
In news that will be reassuring to the borough’s parents, students across Hammersmith and Fulham’s secondary schools have achieved the third highest crop of GCSEs in inner London, it has been announced by the Department of Education.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd February, 2015
Why live in Brent?
Brent is a large suburb located in north-west London and borders many other popular hotspots in the city, such as Camden and Kensington.
Read Article ... Published on 5th August, 2014
Flats in Kensington & Chelsea in high demand
New research has helped to uncover some of the most popular areas in London. Notting Hill, Kensington & Chelsea, and Holland were named as the three most desirable places to live in the capital.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd July, 2014
Westminster: A gem in the centre of London
Westminster is an upmarket region of central London which has some of the most beautiful landmarks in the world.
Read Article ... Published on 10th June, 2014
Kensal Rise: Desirable, upmarket and authentic
Kensal Rise is a desirable, upmarket suburb located in the north-west area of London.
Read Article ... Published on 16th May, 2014
Earl's Court redevelopment gets the green light
Earl's Court is set to undergo an overhaul after new proposals to revamp the area were recently approved.
Read Article ... Published on 28th April, 2014
Pimlico: A posh yet affordable area of West London
Pimlico is an upmarket and sophisticated area of West London, with a relaxed and contemporary feel to it.
Read Article ... Published on 1st April, 2014
Southfields: An up and coming area for professionals and young families alike
Southfields is a suburban district located in the London borough of Wandsworth. It is an incredibly popular city among young, up and coming professionals, although perhaps the thing that makes it stand out from some of the other districts in London is the fact that it offers more value for money than many other parts of leafy south-west London.
Read Article ... Published on 10th January, 2014
Hammersmith and Fulham: a borough set to lead the way in sustainable development
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has outlined plans to make the borough greener, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 27th January, 2014
Southfields: An up and coming area for professionals and young families alike
Southfields is a suburban district located in the London borough of Wandsworth. It is an incredibly popular city among young, up and coming professionals, although perhaps the thing that makes it stand out from some of the other districts in London is the fact that it offers more value for money than many other parts of leafy south-west London.
Read Article ... Published on 10th January, 2014
Bexley: Borough named as one of the cheapest areas in London to live
Bexley has been named as one of the most inexpensive places in London to rent a property.
Read Article ... Published on 9th January, 2014
London rental gap ?widening'
Move with Us Rental has released figures that suggest there is now a £4,411 gap in asking rents across London.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd January, 2014
Earls Court to get £8 billion facelift
An £8 billion regeneration scheme is set to take place in Earls Court, it has been announced.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd December, 2013
Cycle hire docking stations hit Hammersmith and Fulham
Hammersmith and Fulham residents will soon be able to enjoy the benefits of Barclays Cycle Hire stations. New docking stations have been installed throughout the borough to allow more residents to cycle through the area. The extension of the south west scheme will launch soon and provide bicycles for hire at a reasonable cost.
Read Article ... Published on 22nd October, 2013
South Kensington: The most desirable of London postcodes
South Kensington is one of the most desired areas where it comes to people looking to live in London. With stunning property choices, some of the world's most celebrated museums and its close proximity to the centre of the capital; it is no wonder that the area attracts many of the more affluent classes.
Read Article ... Published on 29th August, 2013
Kensington launch new fund for volunteer organisations
A new fund is being opened in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea that is designed to provide opportunities for community and volunteer groups. The annual fund is being organised as part of the boroughs Corporate Services Grants programme and will help local groups that aim to improve the lives of residents.
Read Article ... Published on 6th August, 2013
Earls Court to receive massive revamp and economy boost
Plans for a 77 acres redevelopment of Earls Court and West Kensington have been approved by Boris Johnson. The new redevelopment aims to create 7,500 new high-end homes arranged in four 'villages' along with other improvements throughout a 20-year period.
Read Article ... Published on 4th July, 2013
Earls Court: Grown out of its backpacking phase
Earls Court has received a bit of an upmarket facelift in recent years, changing from the domain of the backpacker into an altogether tidier area. It is now one of London's up and coming places to live and visit, drawing a large number of people in with its range of attractions, some good restaurants and shops.
Read Article ... Published on 26th June, 2013
Green Park: A Royal park
Green Park is one of the four parks in the centre of London that are most commonly referred to as 'Royal', despite the fact that more than just four parks are officially owned by the sovereign. Green park, along with Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens and St James's Park, form a stretch of green land throughout the centre of London over three miles wide. In fact, all four royal parks occupy land from Kensington to the Houses of Parliament; each of them offering a slightly different green escape in the heart of the city.
Read Article ... Published on 17th June, 2013
Kensington: A shopping destination with history
London, as a whole, is generally seen as a desirable place to live or visit, but certain areas have an almost cult appeal. Kensington is definitely one of those places, providing a variety of things to do outside of the city centre.
Read Article ... Published on 5th June, 2013
Holland Park: Absolutely Fabulous living
If you prefer rural living with all its trees and lakes to London's urban 24-hour lightshow, then you're unlikely to be pleased with much of what the capital has to offer. However, for those wishing easy access to the centre of town and a quieter lifestyle, there is Holland Park.
Read Article ... Published on 7th May, 2013
West Kensington: Party in West London
If there's one area in London that's becoming synonymous with the word 'party', it's West Kensington. The district has benefited extraordinarily well from the Olympics and is populated by a vibrant crowd of young professionals. This is now so much the case that the plethora of snazzy bars and clubs in the area - as well as the housing market itself - is increasingly starting to cater for this trendy new crowd. Read on to find out if living in West Kensington is really for you.
Read Article ... Published on 25th April, 2013
City of London: Cosmopolitan paradise
How to describe living in the City of London? Not the city as a whole - we're talking about the district here. To many, the very concept might seem alien. This is, after all, where more people travel to work than will ever live - around 300,000 suits commute in every day, mainly for the financial sector. Considering just 7,000 people live here, you might expect it to be a bit of a ghost town after everyone goes home, but this is far from the case. After dark and at weekends, the Square Mile remains a hive of excitement and a hub of activity. Read on to discover whether this fantastic location will suit you.
Read Article ... Published on 25th April, 2013
Bayswater: where worlds collide
Fancy living in an area where you could feasibly call Hyde Park your back garden? Or where you can call a gorgeous townhouse with a Victorian stucco terrace 'home'? In that case, look no further than Bayswater, a built-up district bordering Kensington Gardens that is often described as one of the most attractive areas in London. Be prepared for gorgeous tree-lined streets, wide open spaces and a varied and cosmopolitan community - hence the name of this article.
Read Article ... Published on 18th March, 2013
Paddington: Getting to know Paddington
How do you solve a problem like Paddington? With a vast regeneration project, that's how. This district of London was, until recently, much maligned by estate agents and potential residents alike, although a massive restoration effort is thankfully - and rightfully - condemning its murky reputation to the past.
Read Article ... Published on 20th March, 2013
Kensington, Chelsea to get housing reforms
A series of dramatic housing reforms set to take effect in the London borough of Kensington and Chelsea will prioritise the vulnerable and those with genuine connections to the local area, the council has announced.
Read Article ... Published on 20th March, 2013
Earl's Court: Residing in Earl's Court
It only takes one walk down Fulham Road, humming with traffic and bustling with people, to see the attraction of living in Earl's Court. The street, packed with some of the most unique-looking houses in London, is an utter delight, by itself providing more than enough of a reason to want to live here.
Read Article ... Published on 12th March, 2013
Notting Hill: A cosmopolitan paradise
When it comes to living in London, few areas are more desirable than Notting Hill. Subject of the critically-acclaimed 1999 film, the area has witnessed a dramatic surge of interest from residents over the last few years, with people clamouring to live in such an artistic, vibrant community.
Read Article ... Published on 11th March, 2013
BT deal to aid Westminster residents
Residents in the London borough of Westminster will notice a much more responsive service from their council over the course of this year, with the implementation of new IT systems throughout the authority.
Read Article ... Published on 8th February, 2013
Wandsworth home to healthiest people
Those residing in the London borough of Wandsworth can give themselves a pat on the back as it was revealed they are likely to be among the healthiest people in the UK, figures from the census show.
Read Article ... Published on 5th February, 2013
London house prices up 3.6%
The London lettings market could see even greater demand from tenants as house purchase prices move further out of reach of most first-time buyers.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd January, 2013
London sees rise in property millionaires
With house prices in some of the capital's property hotspots continuing to rise as values across the rest of the country stagnate, it is hardly surprising that property to rent in London is in high demand.
Read Article ... Published on 8th January, 2013
London property prices up 7%
The cost of buying a home in London is higher than ever following a seven per cent increase in property prices in the capital over the last year.
Read Article ... Published on 29th November, 2012
Earl's Court redevelopment plans approved
The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea has given its backing to plans for the redevelopment of the Earls Court and West Kensington Opportunity Area.
Read Article ... Published on 26th November, 2012
Report tracks growth in London's million pound properties
Affordability has always been a major issue for those looking to buy properties in London, and now a new survey has shown that the problem may be getting even worse.
Read Article ... Published on 30th October, 2012
Marble Arch: Park views, fine dining and fabulous shopping
Read Article ... Published on 17th October, 2012
Academy and leisure centre given the go ahead in North Kensington
The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea has given the green light to plans for a new academy and leisure centre in North Kensington.
Read Article ... Published on 30th September, 2012
Prime central London property prices continue to rise
The price of prime central London property continued to increase this month, putting homes in sought-after parts of the capital even further out of reach of many buyers.
Read Article ... Published on 27th September, 2012
Bexley among London's top ten friendliest boroughs
The London borough of Bexley has been named as one of the top ten friendliest parts of the city, second only to Havering in the north-east of the capital.
Read Article ... Published on 24th August, 2012
Kensington and Chelsea 'only London borough not to experience population growth'
It has always been an attractive borough for wealthy young professionals and affluent families, but the appeal of property to rent in Kensington and Chelsea could grow even further now that new figures have shown it is the only part of the London that hasn't seen an increase in its population.
Read Article ... Published on 17th August, 2012
Imperial College London's expansion plans accepted
Imperial College London's proposals to regenerate part of Hammersmith and Fulham have been accepted.
Read Article ... Published on 27th July, 2012
Westminster district to get £70m overhaul
Westbourne Green in Westminster is to benefit from a massive regeneration scheme.
Read Article ... Published on 27th June, 2012
London house prices up 15.7% since 2007
House prices across London have soared by 15.7 per cent over the course of the last five years, new research has shown.
Read Article ... Published on 19th June, 2012
Camden house prices up 3.1% in June, report shows
Camden has led the way in terms of regional house price rises in London over the course of this month, new figures have revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 18th June, 2012
Kensington and Chelsea gets dog ownership accolade
The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea has been handed the Local Authority Champion Award at the 2012 Dogs Trust Honours awards for its commitment to encouraging responsible dog ownership.
Read Article ... Published on 29th May, 2012
Estates in west London set for regeneration
Officials have given the green light to a major regeneration project in west London, it has emerged.
Read Article ... Published on 4th May, 2012
H&F Council to allocate £300k to community groups
Some £300,000 is to be allocated by Hammersmith & Fulham (H&F) Council to various community groups in 2012.
Read Article ... Published on 4th April, 2012
CityRead initiative coming to Kensington
The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is taking part in the CityRead initiative.
Read Article ... Published on 27th March, 2012
Chelsea introduces new two-way cycling scheme
Cyclists occupying flats to rent in Chelsea will see a new two-way cycling scheme introduced for selected one-way streets across the local area.
Read Article ... Published on 24th February, 2012
South Kensington's revamped Exhibition Road officially opens
Demand for flats to rent in South Kensington could be set to rise following the official opening of the revamped and redeveloped Exhibition Road area.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd February, 2012
Free wi-fi to be introduced across Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster
People occupying flats to rent in Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster will soon have access to free wi-fi across the region thanks to a landmark deal with communications company O2.
Read Article ... Published on 12th January, 2012
Kensington and Chelsea to provide Christmas tree recycling services
Residents of flats to rent in Kensington and Chelsea are to be helped out by the local council with the recycling of their Christmas trees.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd January, 2012
Kensington and Chelsea libraries to host public events
Families living in flats to rent in Kensington and Chelsea over the coming months will be able to experience a range of entertainment events at their local libraries.
Read Article ... Published on 20th December, 2011
South Kensington streetscape project reaches completion
People living in flats to rent in South Kensington will be waking up to an impressive new streetscape following the completion of a three-year construction project.
Read Article ... Published on 12th December, 2011
West Kensington residents to help shape local developments
Occupants of flats to rent in West Kensington are being called upon to offer opinions on future plans to develop the local area.
Read Article ... Published on 14th November, 2011
Extra District Line services announced in Wandsworth
Commuters living in property to rent in Wandsworth may be pleased to hear that London Underground has confirmed additional services will soon be introduced on the Wimbledon branch of the District Line.
Read Article ... Published on 28th September, 2011
Chelsea: An affluent area near museums and green spaces
Located in west London in the postcode district SW3, Chelsea is in the royal borough of Kensington and Chelsea and bounded to the south by the River Thames.
Read Article ... Published on 13th June, 2011
Kensington and Chelsea park given safety award
St Luke's Gardens has been given a Silver Award for safety, people living in property to rent in the London borough of Kensington and Chelsea may be interested to learn.
Read Article ... Published on 22nd March, 2011
Westminster residents asked for input on plans to combine services
Residents living in property to rent in the London borough of Westminster are being asked to voice their opinions on proposals to combine the services of three local councils.
Read Article ... Published on 15th March, 2011
Tower Hamlets council urges residents to register Olympic events
People living in property to rent in the London borough of Tower Hamlets are being urged to inform their local council about any cultural events they have planned for next year.
Read Article ... Published on 16th February, 2011
Route confirmed for Olympic cycling road races
The six boroughs included on the route for the Olympic cycling road races have been confirmed, which may offer a new reason to find property to rent in London.
Read Article ... Published on 11th February, 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
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
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
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
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
Research may increase interest in property to rent in Kensington and Chelsea
Individuals may be swayed to explore flats to rent in Kensington and Chelsea by the results of a new survey showing life expectancy in the London borough is the highest in the UK.
Read Article ... Published on 30th December, 2010
Flats to rent in Kensington and Chelsea may be popular as buying gets harder
Those looking for property to rent in Kensington and Chelsea may be more certain it is a better prospect than trying to buy after the release of the latest data showing how expensive it is to purchase a home in the borough.
Read Article ... Published on 29th December, 2010
Christmas safety advice offered to people in flats to rent in London
With Christmas fast approaching, people in flats to rent in London may be purchasing expensive gifts that they are keeping in their property until December 25th.
Read Article ... Published on 10th December, 2010
Market displays could be viewed by people in flats to rent in Kensington & Chelsea
The markets in Portobello and Golborne may be visited by tenants living in flats to rent in the London Borough of Kensington & Chelsea after they were decorated with Christmas lights.
Read Article ... Published on 8th December, 2010
Tenants in flats to rent in Haringey could support local project
Residents occupying flats to rent in the London Borough of Haringey may decide to back a local campaign that could see the area receive £50,000.
Read Article ... Published on 24th November, 2010
Slowing London property market 'may make flats to rent appealing'
Flats to rent in the London Borough of Kensington & Chelsea could be more attractive to those searching for a home, as one expert claims the property market will "struggle for some time".
Read Article ... Published on 20th September, 2010
Flats to rent in Kensington & Chelsea 'not subject to property fluctuations'
Flats to rent in the London borough of Kensington & Chelsea may be appealing to people who want to avoid the unstable property market.
Read Article ... Published on 16th August, 2010
Flats to rent in London 'can still be eco-friendly'
Eco-conscious Brits looking at flats to rent in the London borough of Kensington & Chelsea are still able to put their green stamp on the property, it has been claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 11th August, 2010
Green areas near flats to rent in London?
Aspiring gardeners looking for flats to rent in the London borough of Kensington & Chelsea could be in good company.
Read Article ... Published on 6th August, 2010
More flats to rent in the London borough of Kensington and Chelsea?
People who are looking for flats to rent in London may be interested to hear that 15 new luxury apartments are being constructed in Chelsea.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd August, 2010
Will tourists look for flats to rent in London?
People looking for flats to rent in London could find they are living in a tourist hotspot, as one organisation says millions visit the city's historic buildings each year.
Read Article ... Published on 30th July, 2010
Will flats to rent in London benefit from house price rises?
More people may look for flats to rent in London as it has been revealed that homes in the capital are getting more expensive.
Read Article ... Published on 28th July, 2010
Flats to rent in London 'may seem attractive' as housing recovery slows
More people may be encouraged to look for flats to rent in the London borough of Wandsworth following the news that the housing market recovery may be slowing down.
Read Article ... Published on 30th June, 2010
Flats to rent in London 'may save money'
If homeowners in the UK are struggling to keep up with their mortgage payments, looking at flats to rent in London could be a way of saving some cash.
Read Article ... Published on 24th June, 2010
Private rented sector 'satisfying demand for new homes'
Property to rent in London and around the UK may be playing a part in making new homes available to people seeking to move into a place of their own, according to one expert.
Read Article ... Published on 14th June, 2010
Private renters 'growing in importance'
People looking for property to rent in London are being told that two-thirds of private renters are unlikely to buy their own home in the next five years.
Read Article ... Published on 10th June, 2010
Topshop unveils new flagship store in Knightsbridge
High street fashion retailer Topshop has opened a new flagship store in the heart of London's Knightsbridge area.
Read Article ... Published on 21st May, 2010
Cheap mortgage 'available to buyers with big deposits'
First-time buyers are learning that the cheapest mortgage deals on offer today can only be achieved with a large deposit, according to one broker.
Read Article ... Published on 30th April, 2010
Chelsea barracks plans unveiled
The owners of the Chelsea barracks site have unveiled a "masterplan concept" to for its redevelopment.
Read Article ... Published on 21st April, 2010
House prices increase, survey shows
House prices in the UK have risen by 2.6 per cent, according to new figures.
Read Article ... Published on 19th April, 2010
Science Museum 'one of the best accessible attractions' in the UK
London's Science Museum has been recognised as one of Britain's best accessible visitor attractions.
Read Article ... Published on 25th March, 2010
Renting is an aspiration, says minister
A government has claimed "well-off" people living in London and the south-east should be aspiring to living in a rented home rather than buying their own.
Read Article ... Published on 17th March, 2010
Is first-time buyer market losing out?
The middle to high end of the property market is currently doing better than the first-time buyer market, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 12th March, 2010
Should Brits forget homeownership until their 30s?
Owning their own home could be becoming an increasing pipedream for many people in the UK, with one sector commentator warning Britons may not be able to climb on to the first rung of the property ladder until they are in their 30s.
Read Article ... Published on 10th March, 2010
How tenants can avoid frozen pipes
Spring appears to finally be settling in, which may be welcome news to Londoners fed up with what has proven to be the coldest winter in the UK in some 30 years.
Read Article ... Published on 9th March, 2010
Green proposals for rented homes 'welcomed'
People looking to rent their home may be concerned that they have little choice when it comes to environmental issues, but this could all be about to change following a recent government announcement.
Read Article ... Published on 4th March, 2010
'Restrict mortgages' on inefficient homes
People looking to buy a property which is not energy efficient enough to help the UK reach its carbon emissions reduction commitment should not be able to obtain a mortgage unless they carry out green improvements, it has been suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 26th February, 2010
High inflation 'could be damaging to savers'
Historically low interest rates coupled with rising inflation is depleting the cash of Britain's savers, resulting in many people being left with less money than when they began, it has been claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 22nd February, 2010
Could tenants benefit from boiler scrappage growth?
The boiler scrappage scheme currently in force in the UK should be extended to allow more households to take part, one sector commentator has claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 16th February, 2010
'More new properties' likely to enter rental sector
More properties are likely to become available for private rent, while more landlords could also enter the market as the housing industry improves, one sector commentator has claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 11th February, 2010
Tenants to give feedback on landlords
Feedback on the UK's worst and best landlords may help tenants to make a decision when looking for flats to rent in Kensington or another part of London.
Read Article ... Published on 8th February, 2010
Brits to face 'biggest-ever energy bills'
This winter the UK experienced its coldest weather in some 30 years and the energy bills covering this period are likely to reflect that in price.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd February, 2010
First-time buyers 'still face financial hurdles'
While low mortgage rates are likely to be welcomed by first-time buyers, one sector commentator has warned them to prepare to face other financial hurdles on their journey to becoming homeowners.
Read Article ... Published on 28th January, 2010
Could switching insurers mean better deal?
While Britons who rent their home may find any buildings insurance is covered by their landlord, they could still wish to secure contents protection, to ensure their own belongings are covered in the event of them being damaged or stolen.
Read Article ... Published on 21st January, 2010
Debt burden for first-time buyers 'lower'
The debt burden on first-time buyers decreased during November, new research has found.
Read Article ... Published on 15th January, 2010
Property prices 'rising slowly'
UK property prices are continuing to rise, albeit at a slower pace than seen in recent months, new research has found.
Read Article ... Published on 12th January, 2010
'Times still tough' for first-time buyers
This year could still be difficult for first-time buyers when it comes to taking their first steps on to the property ladder, it has been reported.
Read Article ... Published on 7th January, 2010
'Most expensive homes' found in Kensington and Chelsea
The most expensive street in England and Wales is Wycombe Square in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, which could see an increase in enquiries about flats to rent in the area.
Read Article ... Published on 31st December, 2009
Rental market 'likely to be stable'
Following a difficult year for the housing market, the buy-to-let sector is set to enjoy increasing stability in the new year, one sector commentator has claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd December, 2009
Property prices 'continuing to rise'
Despite a modest increase in the number of properties coming up for sale, little effect has been had on the market as prices continue to rise, a new report has found.
Read Article ... Published on 17th December, 2009
Should Brits give up on owning home?
The UK could soon become more similar to Europe, with people choosing to look for property to rent in London, rather than buying a flat or house.
Read Article ... Published on 11th December, 2009
Mortgage borrowers 'should take advantage of low interest'
Britons who own their home have been advised to use this time of low interest rates in order to pay off more of their mortgage loan.
Read Article ... Published on 7th December, 2009
Should landlords be urged to invest in energy efficiency?
While tenants may feel that they do not have the freedom to carry out major home improvements to the property they rent, they could still ask their landlord if they believe valuable renovations could be carried out.
Read Article ... Published on 1st December, 2009
Does London property present a good opportunity?
The reduced asking prices of prime central London properties mean that buyers have the opportunity of "a generation", one sector commentator has claimed, although with unemployment continuing to rise and the stamp duty holiday set to end, people may feel it is still safer to rent.
Read Article ... Published on 26th November, 2009
Stamp duty holiday 'a desperate failure'
The stamp duty holiday on properties worth up to £175,000 has helped only around a quarter of the amount of buyers that the government estimated, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 20th November, 2009
Stamp duty 'preventing housing recovery'
In its current form, stamp duty is halting the recovery process of the UK property market, one sector commentator has claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 16th November, 2009
Could tenants pay more for not being green?
In order to help the UK meet its carbon emissions reduction targets by 2020, Britons should be given a carbon allowance, it has been proposed.
Read Article ... Published on 10th November, 2009
NLA offers tips to renting politicians
After claiming expenses for services which included everything from gardening to moat cleaning, a review in to the expense claims of MPs is set to be published by Sir Christopher Kelly.
Read Article ... Published on 4th November, 2009
UK lodgers 'increasing'
Since 2006, the number of lodgers in the UK has increased by 23 per cent, new figures have revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 29th October, 2009
Chelsea: More than just football in Chelsea
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Read Article ... Published on 27th October, 2009
London property prices 'increasing'
The average asking price for a prime London property has increased at its fastest rate for 18 months, new research has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd October, 2009
Borrowers 'may be subject to increased checks'
Mortgage lenders will have to carry out more comprehensive credit checks of potential borrowers, under new proposals from the Financial Services Authority.
Read Article ... Published on 20th October, 2009
James Bond house for rent
Would-be spies and gadget fans may well be impressed to learn that they can now rent James Bond's house, if they have access to £40,000 a week.
Read Article ... Published on 13th October, 2009
Open plan living 'good for entertaining'
As the credit crunch rumbles on, more people are opting to entertain friends and family members at home, rather than spending money going out to restaurants and bars, it is claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 7th October, 2009
Crossrail station could come to Kensington and Chelsea residents
Britons who are looking for flats to rent in Kensington and Chelsea could find that they have the Crossrail right on their doorstep.
Read Article ... Published on 25th September, 2009
Why buy 'with properties to rent?'
Britons are increasingly choosing to rent a home rather than buy one, it has been suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 22nd September, 2009
Landlords 'need to remember routine maintenance'
People may have chosen property to rent in Kensington as a cheaper alternative to buying a flat or house as property prices in the borough are typically high.
Read Article ... Published on 18th September, 2009
Unemployment 'rising in UK'
The number of people of working age in paid employment was 72.5 per cent for the three months to July 2009, the Office For National Statistics has announced.
Read Article ... Published on 16th September, 2009
Zone one bike grid proposed
People looking for property to rent in Kensington may soon be able to cycle to and from their home, following plans for a Zone One BikeGrid.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd September, 2009
Music ceremony heads to Wandsworth
The Noisettes and Lily Allen will soon be heading to Wandsworth to discover if they have been successful in any of the four categories they have each been nominated for.
Read Article ... Published on 1st September, 2009
Traffic improvements in Kensington and Chelsea
Changes to the transport infrastructure in Kensington and Chelsea are being implemented this week.
Read Article ... Published on 18th August, 2009
Renting property 'a lifestyle choice'
Living in rented residences such as flats to rent in Fulham and property to rent in Kensington should be seen as "an alternative lifestyle choice" to getting tied up by purchasing bricks and mortar, it has been suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 4th August, 2009
Property prices 'still remain high'
The price of houses in the capital could encourage some people to consider property to rent in London instead.
Read Article ... Published on 30th July, 2009
Plans signed off for Kensington & Chelsea road refurbishment
People living in property to rent in Kensington & Chelsea are set to benefit from a new initiative which will see the part-pedestrianisation of Exhibition Road.
Read Article ... Published on 29th July, 2009
"Keenly-priced" property to rent in Kensington
People looking for property to rent in Kensington may find some "keenly-priced" options as many part-time City workers are looking to let out their "crash pads", according to property consultants Cluttons.
Read Article ... Published on 17th July, 2009
Kensington and Chelsea residents 'boast longest life expectancy'
People living in the London boroughs of Kensington and Chelsea can expect to live longer than the national average life expectancy, new research has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 14th July, 2009
NHPAU: Nine in ten young people can't afford property
New research suggests that nine in ten young people cannot afford to buy the average first-time buyer property.
Read Article ... Published on 10th July, 2009
Wandsworth music event to draw in the crowds
People visiting Battersea Park between Friday July 17th and Sunday July 19th will have the opportunity to see some of the benefits living in Wandsworth can bring.
Read Article ... Published on 7th July, 2009
Residents of property in Kensington 'happy'
People living in flats to rent in Kensington & Chelsea and those residing in other properties in the borough are satisfied with their local area, it would seem.
Read Article ... Published on 1st July, 2009
Central London property prices 'to increase'
House prices in central London are set to increase over the coming months, according to the chief executive at London Central Portfolio, a property firm based in the capital.
Read Article ... Published on 26th June, 2009
Kensington brightened up
Residents of property to rent in Kensington could be among the beneficiaries of some expert gardening by the community's schoolchildren.
Read Article ... Published on 25th June, 2009
Shepherds Bush market to expand?
Residents of property to rent in Shepherds Bush and other areas of Hammersmith & Fulham (H&F) such as Hurlingham and West Kensington could be set to benefit from a larger market in the area.
Read Article ... Published on 24th June, 2009
Hundreds of Kensington residents visit local jobs fair
Tenants in property to rent in Kensington and flats to rent in London regions close by had the chance to enhance their job prospects last week.
Read Article ... Published on 17th June, 2009
Tenants can benefit from new BPF guide
Tenants of property to rent in Kensington and other parts of London and the UK will be able to benefit from a new guide from the British Property Federation (BPF), it would seem.
Read Article ... Published on 15th June, 2009
Tenant-landlord relationship 'starts early'
Landlords must know what kind of tenants they want to live in their home before buying a buy-to-let investment property.
Read Article ... Published on 11th June, 2009
Council keen to hear views of Kensington & Chelsea residents
Those living in property to rent in Kensington & Chelsea are among the people local councillors want to hear from, it would seem.
Read Article ... Published on 8th June, 2009
Bank votes for no change on interest rates
Those living in rented property are - like everyone else in the UK - affected by the Bank of England's interest rate decisions.
Read Article ... Published on 5th June, 2009
A new kind of property to rent in Kensington and Chelsea
Property to rent in Kensington and Chelsea is often some of the most sought-after, but now a new type of letting has been judged to be popular in the area.
Read Article ... Published on 28th May, 2009
London house prices still too high for key workers
Key public sector workers still find it almost impossible to buy homes in London, despite the fall in house prices over the past year.
Read Article ... Published on 26th May, 2009
Kensington and Chelsea to have new cultural corner
A new scheme is being planned that residents of property to rent in Kensington and Chelsea will be able to benefit from.
Read Article ... Published on 22nd May, 2009
People from property in Kensington and Chelsea have their say
People living in property to rent in Kensington and Chelsea have been given the chance to help shape the future of the royal borough.
Read Article ... Published on 19th May, 2009
Property in Kensington and Chelsea 'has value'
An estate agent in London has claimed that buyers are seeing the value of property in Kensington and Chelsea.
Read Article ... Published on 12th May, 2009
Cycle hire scheme takes step closer for residents of property in Kensington
A scheme to provide bicycles for hire in London has taken a step closer with the announcement that a sponsor is being sought.
Read Article ... Published on 29th April, 2009
Tourism campaign receives funding boost
A boost in funding for tourism efforts has been announced by London mayor Boris Johnson.
Read Article ... Published on 27th April, 2009
Property in Kensington the safest in England and Wales, study shows
Property in Kensington & Chelsea is safer than any other area in England and Wales, research has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 26th March, 2009
Hammersmith & Fulham council tax to fall
Residents of the London borough of Hammersmith & Fulham will benefit from a drop in council tax rates this year, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 26th February, 2009
Greenwich council leader proposes tax freeze
Residents of the London borough of Greenwich could be set to benefit from a freeze in council tax.
Read Article ... Published on 28th January, 2009
Kensington & Chelsea secures £10m funding
Funding has been announced to make improvements to Exhibition Road, in the borough of Kensington & Chelsea.
Read Article ... Published on 16th January, 2009
Campaign highlights energy help for pensioners
Pensioners living in London could be set to benefit as attention is drawn to the help they are entitled to.
Read Article ... Published on 9th January, 2009
Council tax help for Kensington & Chelsea residents
Kensington & Chelsea council is providing residents with a one off payment of £50.
Read Article ... Published on 8th January, 2009
Mayor responds to congestion consultation
London Mayor Boris Johnson has announced that the western extension of the congestion charging zone will be scrapped.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd December, 2008
Kensington and Chelsea home to most expensive street, study finds
The most expensive place to buy a home in England and Wales is in Kensington and Chelsea, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 17th November, 2008
BAA in £230 million Crossrail deal
Crossrail has agreed a £230 million funding deal with the British Airports Authority (BAA) to help develop the service.
Read Article ... Published on 4th November, 2008
Central London prices in record dive
House prices in the prime central London market has nosedived at a record rate, new figures have indicated.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd November, 2008
London borough males live longest
Men and women in the borough of Kensington & Chelsea live the longest of any authority in Britain, new figures have revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 31st October, 2008
New statistics show most London boroughs in house price fall
The latest Land Registry figures have revealed that 30 of London's boroughs have seen a fall in house prices in the last month.
Read Article ... Published on 28th October, 2008
Mortgage lending falls again
Mortgage lending was down again in September, new figures have revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 20th October, 2008
Consultation may see C-charge western extension scrapped
A consultation set up by London mayor Boris Johnson may lead to the scrapping of the westward extension area of the congestion charging zone.
Read Article ... Published on 6th October, 2008
Museum area set for enhancement
The museums area of Kensington is set to see a major enhancement after a £30 million scheme was given the green light.
Read Article ... Published on 29th September, 2008
London boroughs face population surge
The population of London has increased substantially faster than the rest of the country over the past decade, it has been stated.
Read Article ... Published on 29th September, 2008
London house prices plummet
House prices in London have continued to drop, new figures have revealed today.
Read Article ... Published on 26th September, 2008
Bid to make London more cycle-friendly
Architects have been urged to come up with new designs to help make London more cyclist-friendly.
Read Article ... Published on 15th September, 2008
London rents falling
The cost of renting property in London has begun to fall as a number of new rental properties enter the market.
Read Article ... Published on 20th August, 2008
Abramovich gets go-ahead for London 'palace'
Russian oligarch and owner of Chelsea Football Club Roman Abramovich has received planning permission create a £150 million property in London.
Read Article ... Published on 12th August, 2008
London house prices 'out of reach'
Despite the downturn in the economic climate, house prices in London are still rising, making it impossible for first-time buyers to get on the housing ladder.
Read Article ... Published on 11th August, 2008
Westminster tops beauty stakes
Those living in Westminster, the City and Kensington and Chelsea have topped a survey of the most physically attractive.
Read Article ... Published on 7th August, 2008
Rent in London suburbs 'booming'
An increasing number of people are choosing to rent property in the London suburbs, according to latest research.
Read Article ... Published on 6th August, 2008
Kensington and Chelsea parks get Green Flag
Popular parks in the London borough of Kensington and Chelsea have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag award.
Read Article ... Published on 6th August, 2008
London rents fall by 20%
More people are being encouraged to rent property in London as rental prices are on the decline.
Read Article ... Published on 4th August, 2008
Queen opens Chelsea flower show
The Queen has formally opened the 86th annual Chelsea Flower Show in west London.
Read Article ... Published on 20th May, 2008
Tenants 'value location above price'
The majority of tenants are more concerned about the location of their property than how much it costs, it has been suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 12th May, 2008
Prime property unaffected by crunch
Prime houses and flats for sale in London have not been harmed by the property downturn, new research has indicated.
Read Article ... Published on 12th May, 2008
Kensington dominates Rich St list
A huge proportion of the most expensive streets in England and Wales are to be found London's fashionable Kensington & Chelsea borough, new research has found.
Read Article ... Published on 21st February, 2008
Havering tops London school achievers list
Rental property-seekers pondering where to set up home in London could find many reasons for choosing Havering – but those with children may now be even more inclined to the area.
Read Article ... Published on 9th January, 2008
Prime property 'surviving credit crunch'
Prime property in London rebounded at the end of 2007, allowing property sales and rental accommodation to return to the early year boom in value, according to the Telegraph.
Read Article ... Published on 7th January, 2008
SW3 is 'most exclusive neighbourhood'
The Brompton neighbourhood of west London has been named as the priciest and most desirable in the capital by Forbes.com.
Read Article ... Published on 14th December, 2007
Islington primed for rental demand
Buzzing north-central London neighbourhood Islington has proved one of the biggest movers in status over recent years, according to a new London suburb ranking.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd December, 2007
