London Property South April 2017 by TypeStart Ltd

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High life on the river

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EDITOR Jane Stevens, a journalist who has worked for many national and regional magazines, has been a stylist, writer and editor covering a diverse range of subjects including fashion, food, travel, interiors and property. jstevens@londonpropertysouth.co.uk DESIGN & PRODUCTION TypeStart Dan Thompson 01536 418181, southpr@typestart.co.uk www.typestart.co.uk SUBSCRIPTIONS info@londonpropertysouth.co.uk HEAD OFFICE The Studio, 370 Old York Road, London SW18 1SP CONTRIBUTORS Jenny Knight is an award-winning journalist, specialising in property and education. During her long career she has written news and features for nearly every national paper. Duncan Farmer is an experienced journalist specialising in finance, business and property. Duncan writes for a wide range of newspapers including the Daily Telegraph, Sunday Times and Mail on Sunday. See his Finance report.

London Property South is a monthly magazine distributed to AB homes in: Battersea, Wandsworth, Earlsfield, Southfields, Streatham, Clapham, Balham, Tooting, Kennington, Putney, Wimbledon, Coombe Hill, Barnes, Dulwich Village, East/ West Dulwich, Camberwell, Herne Hill, as well as being available from leading South London and Country estate agents. Distribution by Regal. Copyright @ 2015 London Property South. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited. Materials are accepted on the understanding that no liability is incurred for safe custody. All prices are correct at time of going to press, but are subject to change. London Property South cannot be responsible for unsolicited material.

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37 Beauchamp Road SW11 – £410 per week

A charming and bright two bedroom first floor flat in a superb location close to Clapham Junction and Northcote Road. The flat features a large reception room with space for dinning, a modern kitchen, two double bedrooms and one bathroom with a shower. EPC-D

102 Yukon Road SW12 – £510 per week

A spacious three bed property located on a quiet residential road close to Clapham South underground and Clapham Common. This property features a large reception, a good size kitchen breakfast room, three bedrooms, and one bathroom. EPC-E

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Hambalt Road SW4 – £580 per week

A great three bedroom split level flat located in the popular Abbeville Road area. The property comprises an open plan reception and fitted kitchen with patio doors to a roof terrace, three double bedrooms, one with ensuite bathroom and further main bathroom with shower. EPC-E

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Q&A

ASKTHEEXPERT

Many older people may be thinking of selling homes they have been in for 30 years or more in order to downsize. What advice would you give to them about the market?

Stephanie Mant, Associate Partner Cluttons

e have lots of clients in the area either downsizing from their much-loved family homes of many years or moving out of London entirely. It is always a lovely meeting as the valuation of their property usually comes as a very positive surprise. I always like to provide them with as many comparables in the area as possible to really bring them up to speed with the current market and provide a realistic figure. The figure you provide means they can start working on what their next move is and plan with the family. The market is very much ‘price sensitive’, meaning it is good to market at a realistic level but it also means when looking to purchase their next property it will hopefully be relative and balance out. The key is deciding where they want to move to. This can be, perhaps, nearer grandchildren or to a lovely country home.

Coombe

£3,395,000

Discreetly located in a delightful cul-de-sac in the Coombe Hill Estate

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Ask the Expert. Cluttons’ Stephanie Mant advises potential down-sizers about the sales market Home Front. Millions of us are working from home – or the local coffee shop. Jenny Knight considers the trend Best Buy Brixton. A charming three-bed home with a great garden The Word. Kris Ericsson of Knight Frank is looking forwards to a healthy flow in sales as 2016’s dust settles Heads-up. Young people get a boost with agents’ aid and MP goes back to the office to mark a new development Word on the Street. Advice for sellers this Spring Ask the Local. Alistair Harrold of Coombe Residential looks out from his office Money Matters. Duncan Farmer paints a picture of the typical London homebuyer Secret Agent. Marsh & Parsons’ Adam Garner revealed Events – 5 of the best. Fun for mum, Easter treats and what’s great outdoors

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Inspiration South. Foolish things. Bring some fun into your home The Project. A dedicated makeover of a Georgian end-of-terrace in Lambeth

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Coombe

£5,775,000

A substantial home of over 7,000 sq ft (659 sq m) GEA Galleried entrance hall • 2 reception rooms • study • kitchen/breakfast/family room • wine store • master bedroom suite • 5 further bedrooms (3 with dressing rooms and en suite bathrooms) • family bathroom • games room with kitchenette • landscaped gardens • double garage & OSP • ER/B

Exclusively South. Three properties set to impress 42 New Homes. Jonathan Roberts, Sales Manager at Lauristons New Homes, considers ways developers are working to attract purchasers 49 Home Compare. Added extras. Contemporary additions to traditional properties 50 South West London. Traditional and modern – five desirable homes 63 Robert Holmes. A new Coombe office opens for business 95 South East London. A contemporary twobedroom flat and a double-fronted family home 104 Lettings Lowdown. Jean-Claude De Abreu of Lauristons Putney considers the mindset of the current tenant

COUNTRY LIFE 107 Feature property. A rare opportunity in Cobham

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Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833

119 Last Word. Guy Leaning of Robert Holmes & Co has the final say

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Over two million Londoners work from home meaning that homeoffices are now as attractive as shining new kitchens, reports Jenny Knight

hen time was finally called at the Black Horse in Sheen Road, Richmond, developers moved in to convert the pub into award-winning living space. A first floor apartment is now available. It has an open-plan living room with high vaulted ceilings and generous windows giving far reaching views. Clever design means there’s lots of storage space in the bedroom – also with a vaulted ceiling. There’s also a sleek fitted kitchen and bathroom. The apartment is a few hundred yards from Richmond town centre, with great connections through mainline train, underground and overground stations, and close to Richmond Park. There’s secure allocated parking for a car and a bike store, too.

s well as the live-work developments springing up across the capital there has been a growth in cyber cafés and relaxed eateries where people can sip coffee while tapping away at their keyboards. Across south London there are hubs of freelance-friendly neighbourhoods catering for the self-employed with business clubs, hot-desking hubs and shared office spaces. Company-starved freelancers like the ambiance of a café where they can mix work – checking phones and laptops – while socialising. They are also ideal neutral places to meet clients. Live-Work communities are emerging to cater for freelances, with developments or proposed developments in Hackney Price guide £550,000, Wick, Kentish Town, Putney, Richmond and White City. As well Savills Richmond 020 8614 9100 as private flats the idea is to have communal working areas and even theatres, bars, cafés and a 3D printing workshop. Piano House in Brixton, is a work hub and members club, carved out of a refurbished Victorian warehouse for self-employed locals with a café, restaurant, post room, showers, breakout areas, limited parking, bike storage and 24-hour access. Up in Park Royal, north-west London, The Collective is a 323-home project offering flats above communal spaces and co-working offices. Rents start at £225 a week and include wi-fi, utility bills, council tax, concierge, 24/7 security, room cleans and linen changes. Over in Dulwich the area has massively changed over the last decade with social spaces for freelancers who don’t want to be stuck at home springing up from cafés to the new cinema where you can see people having a snack or a drink while monitoring phones and laptops. Jane Robathan from Roy Brooks, says: “If you grab a coffee in any nearby café, you’ll find mainly two types of customers – Bugaboo-pushing mums huddled in groups and people sitting alone nursing a latte over a MacBook. The latter customer is working and the sheer amount of work-age people we see grabbing charming, three-bedroom freehold house with a tremendous private a coffee/walking dogs during office garden and three bedrooms, within easy reach of both Brixton town centre hours, is very telling. We get frequent and Clapham. requests for home/office space from There is a reception room to the front on the ground floor with a sizeable eat-in Generation Rent and lucky first-time kitchen to the rear which opens out into a garden, a good bit larger than the average buyers so it seems clear there’s tiny south London backyard. Better still the garden is hardly overlooked. a revolution in home working. There is also a sizeable family bathroom on the ground floor which was recently “Millennials have a working refurbished and is well presented. The three bedrooms are on the first floor, with plenty culture to be thankful for. They of storage space in the master bedroom. can negotiate a lot of homeThe house is ideally located for transport links on both the Northern and Victoria office time and the cafés underground lines. and parks around here are certainly testament to this.“ Lyham Road, SW2, £850,000, Marsh & Parsons 020 7733 4595

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THE WORD

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As 2016’s dust settles, Kris Ericsson, Associate Partner/Sales Manager at Knight Frank Battersea & Nine Elms looks to a healthy flow of sales this Spring

t’s always a difficult task to give an accurate market update so early on in the year, especially with so much emphasis on Brexit, property taxes, foreign policy, exchange rate fluctuations, the global economy and so forth. It has been a turbulent 12 months for all of us and while the dust is starting to settle, we get ever closer to triggering article 50 which undoubtedly will kick up more dust. £1,950,000 It’s no wonder so many buyers and sellers have been sitting on the fence with Osborne House is a beautifully refurbished semithis much uncertainty at play. So how is the market? Well, contrary to popular detached Victorian home situated in the Southborough belief, it’s rather busy. February alone has seen a 40% increase in market conservation area of Surbiton with spacious family appraisals year on year. It would be true to assume that lots of sellers who accommodation over four floors. are on the fence are getting their houses in order (pardon the pun) so that The house enjoys impressive high ceilings and many they can make a quick decision as soon as the winds favour their direction. other original period features while being a perfect home Buyer registrations are also 45% up from last year; this scenario creates for modern family life. The location is ideally situated for the pent up demand which at some point always leads to a flurry of sales; renowned fast train line to London Waterloo from Surbiton where it differs is in transactional data, in other words the amount of sales station. that have taken place. Knight Frank Esher 01372 464496 In the last quarter of 2015 to 2106 there were 320 transactions that took place In SW11. The same period for 2016-2017 saw 222 transaction occur, a fall of 30%. I would argue, that while the statistics don’t lie, we will have to treat them with some caution, as the major fall in transactions year on year was in fact due to the last 6 months of 2016 which was 60% down from the year before throwing the averages way of track, (new builds not included In this research). I 143 Tooting High St, London SW17 believe that once we analyse the first quarter of 2017 we will find 0RU • 020 8682 3303 a healthy flow of sales. Last year, 86% of all transactions in SW11 took place What’s it like? This place has beautiful between May and August with the median date being June décor and is very friendly. It serves 6. Since the average sale takes 8-12 weeks to complete and a wide variety of Spanish tapas, a the average property sits on the market for a similar period selection of wines as well as cocktails. of time (if priced correctly) that would mean that April should Only moments from Tooting Broadway, be incredibly busy. And judging by how busy March has this restaurant is ideal for those looking been so far I can see a similar trend ahead of us looking to experience Tooting. There’s a long into the Spring market of 2017. So, home owners, don’t marble bar, a cosy back room which be disheartened. There are plenty of new buyers now can accommodate private parties and ready to commit and on that token; prospective buyers, a heated garden area. now is the time to get your finances in place because And the food? Snacks include April and May will be a hectic time of year for us all in Morcilla Scotch Eggs with Piquillo SW11. Pepper Chutney. You can go for And if you need any advice on buying or selling, individual tapas favourites such as as well as mortgage advice, just pick up the phone Boquerones, Patatas Bravas and Salt and give us a call. We are here to help and assist Cod Fritters or you can leave those in all ways possible. difficult decisions to someone else and John-Paul Burrough go for a set menu. Marsh & Parsons

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Warriner Gardens, SW11 £2,600,000 A truly unique four-bedroom house set in a quiet, secure gated development with allocated parking, moments from Battersea Park and with easy access to the King’s Road. Freehold. EPC=D • Four bedrooms • Approx. 2,300 sqft • Private courtyard • Residents’ parking

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Chelsham Road, SW4 £1,735,000 A five-bedroom Victorian family home with generous living space and a large garden, located on a popular residential road close to Clapham High Street and the wide open spaces of Clapham Common. Freehold. EPC=E

• Five bedrooms • Large garden • Excellent transport links • Close to Clapham Common Clapham Sales: 020 8033 9046 sales.clp@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Spenser Road, SE24 ÂŁ1,699,950 An elegant five-bedroom house situated in the sought-after Poets Corner of erne ill, with off-street par ing. reehold. EPC=D Brixton Sales: 020 7733 4595 sales.brx@marshandparsons.co.uk

Upper Tooting Park, SW17 ÂŁ1,375,000 A five-bedroom property on a beautiful residential road close to

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Newport Road, SW13 ÂŁ1,373 per week A stylish and contemporary four-bedroom property, with off-street parking and a split-level landscaped garden. EPC=E Barnes Lettings: 020 8033 9040 lets.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk

Manchuria Road, SW11 ÂŁ965 per week A beautiful five-bedroom family home with a private south-facing garden, situated moments from Clapham Common. EPC=D Battersea Lettings: 020 8033 9041 let.bat@marshandparsons.co.uk

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MOVE FASTER Sell with Knight Frank We pride ourselves on exceptional service and unrivalled market knowledge, with a global network of 417 offices across 58 countries that can showcase your property to the widest possible audience. KnightFrank.co.uk/Battersea

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Guide price: £1,250,000

Albert Mansions, Albert Bridge Road SW11 A beautiful flat for sale situated on the raised ground floor of Albert Mansions. This property has generous celling heights, charming period features and is flooded with natural light. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen, Balcony. EPC: C. Approximately 77.9 sq m (839 sq ft) Battersea@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3866 2930

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Guide price: £1,250,000

Mandeville Courtyard, Battersea Park Road SW11 In a secure gated development, this first floor flat enjoys high ceilings, exposed brickwork and is presented in excellent condition. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Reception/kitchen/living room. EPC: D. Approximately 101.6 sq m (1,094 sq ft) Battersea@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3866 2930

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A VERY IMPORTANT DECISION We pride ourselves on exceptional service and unrivalled market knowledge, with a global network of 417 offices across 58 countries that can showcase your property to the widest possible audience. To arrange a free market appraisal, please call us on 020 8022 6116 or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/clapham Guide price: £760,000

Northbourne Road, Clapham SW4 An impressive and modern first floor flat with a 'New York Lofts' style and situated moments from Abbeville Village. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen. EPC: C. Approximately 75.71 sq m (815 sq ft). clapham@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 6116

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Guide price: £1,775,000

Chelsham Road, Clapham SW4 An impressive family home with excellent living space located close to the amenities of Clapham Old Town. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, garden, offstreet parking for 2 cars. EPC: D. Approximately 226.49 sq m (2,438 sq ft). clapham@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 6116

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Guide price: £650,000

Molasses House, Plantation Wharf SW11 A beautifully renovated flat in Molasses House. Immaculately presented and in excellent condition. With a stylish, contemporary kitchen, art deco style bathroom as well as very fashionable and stylish fittings and fixtures throughout. With one underground parking space and concierge service. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, reception room, kitchen, Porter / Concierge. EPC: C. Approximately 78 sq m (840 sq ft) Riverside@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3641 5934

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Guide price: £1,675,000

Albion Riverside, Battersea Park Road SW11 A beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bathroom lateral facing apartment on the 8th floor overlooking Ransomes Dock and Battersea Park with a sunny stylish balcony terrace and stunning skyline views. Moments from Chelsea, the apartment is well appointed with a generous layout. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, balcony, Porter / Concierge. EPC: D. Approximately 108 sq m (1,163 sq ft) Riverside@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3641 5934

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Waterloo Road, Southwark, SE1 Superb duplex penthouse apartment for sale in SE1 A superb penthouse apartment presented in wonderful condition throughout with substantial living space. Featuring 2 bedrooms, reception room, 2 bathrooms, kitchen/dining area, study and terrace. EPC: B. Approximately 1,652 sq. ft. (153.5 sq m). Leasehold

Guide price: £1,525,000

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WHAT'S YOUR NEXT MOVE? If you are considering moving, now is the time to speak to one of our property experts We pride ourselves on exceptional service and unrivalled market knowledge, with a global network of 417 offices across 58 countries that can showcase your property to the widest possible audience. Contact us today on 020 8022 358 to arrange a free market appraisal or visit KnightFrank.com/wimbledon.

Guide price: £3,599,500

Coombe Park, Coombe KT2 A beautifully appointed and fully modernised detached house sitting on just under 0.8 acres of land. 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, study, family/media room, utility, WC, garden, garage, off street parking, EPC: C. Approximately 453.1 sq m (4,777 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 1358

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Guide price: £3,250,000

Belvedere Grove, Wimbledon Village SW19 A double fronted Edwardian family house, retaining many period features. 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/family room, utility room, 2 WCs, cellar rooms, loft storage, garden, off street parking. EPC: D. Approximately 334.8 sq m (3,604 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 1358

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Scotts House, Battersea Power Station SW11 Beautiful flat to let on the sixth floor This property boasts 1353 sq ft of living space making the flat incredibly spacious. The flat comprises of two large double bedrooms with built in storage. The master bedroom has a dressing room and a fantastic modern bathroom. The second bathroom is just across the hall from the second bedroom. The flat also benefits from a large kitchen and reception area. EPC: B. Approximately 125 sq m (1,353 sq ft) Available furnished

KnightFrank.co.uk/Battersea Battersea@knightfrank.com 020 3866 2920

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LOOKING TO LET? We pride ourselves on exceptional service and unrivalled market knowledge, with a global network of 417 offices across 58 countries that can showcase your property to the widest possible audience. If you are considering letting a property this year, please contact us on 020 8022 6119 or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings

Guide price: £435 per week

Elmhurst Mansions, Clapham SW4 A fantastic ground floor flat with a garden located in a prime spot close to Clapham Old Town. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, reception room, kitchen, garden. EPC: E. Approximately: 53.51 sq m (575sq ft). claphamlettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 6119

All potential tenants should be advised that as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 and referencing fees of £48 per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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Cicada Road, Wandsworth SW18 This sizeable family house has been beautifully decorated and offers excellent living space. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, utility, garden. EPC: D. Approximately 196 sq m (2,110 sq ft). claphamlettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 6119

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Riverside One SW11 3 bedroom flat overlooking the River Thames A superbly stylish, riverside apartment in one of the river's most desirable buildings and most sought after locations. With stunning views of the river Thames, Chelsea Embankment, Albert Bridge and Battersea Bridge. This beautiful, bright, riverside flat has a contemporary open plan kitchen and living room, and 3 large bedrooms. EPC: B. Approximately 206 sq m (2,223 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/Riverside Riverside@knightfrank.com 020 3587 7670

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Guide price: £5,000 per calendar month

St. Mary's Road, Wimbledon SW19 Completely refurbished family house situated a short distance from Wimbledon Village. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, study, open plan kitchen, rear garden and off street parking. EPC: E. Approximately 183.9 sq m (1980 sq ft) wimbledonlettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3641 7650

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Golf Club Drive, Kingston upon Thames KT2 Breath-taking family house situated within the exclusive Coombe Hill Estate. 9 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 8 reception rooms, beautiful kitchen/breakfast room, indoor swimming pool, terraces, gardens, double garage and off street parking. EPC: C. Approximately 843 sq m (9074 sq ft) wimbledonlettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3641 7650

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very special apartment with one of the best river views you could ask for â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you almost feel that you are over the water. This one to two-bedroom flat with two bathrooms is in Riverside One, an exclusive block designed by Foster + Partners. (The penthouse to the building was originally owned by Norman Foster and covers the entire length and breadth of the building.) The flat, as you would expect, is well laid out and offers generous, lightfilled rooms with excellent ceiling heights. The spacious reception room and the main bedroom, with full-length windows, give spectacular, uninterrupted views of the river and the city beyond. There is a 24-hour concierge service and a secure underground car park. This flat is being sold with one car space. Riverside One is on the south bank of the Thames between Albert and Battersea Bridges and is within easy walking distance of Battersea Park and the shops and restaurants of Kings Road and Chelsea. Riverside One, Battersea Park SW11, ÂŁ2,200,000, Knight Frank Riverside 020 3597 7670

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EXCELLENT FAMILY HOME ARRANGED OVER FOUR FLOORS NEAR BATTERSEA PARK meath street, sw11 Double reception room ø family room ø dining room/ kitchen ø 3 bedrooms (1 en suite) ø 2 further bedrooms/studies ø further bathroom & wet room ø patio garden and terrace ø attic and basement storage ø 209.3 sq m (2,253 sq ft) ø EPC=D

Guide £1.985 million Freehold

Savills Battersea Park Mayow Short mshort@savills.com

020 3402 1900

IMMACULATE AND INTELLIGENTLY DESIGNED FAMILY HOME LOCATED BETWEEN THE COMMONS bennerley road, sw11 Reception room ø family room/kitchen ø 5 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø garden ø 170.4 sq m (1,834 sq ft) ø EPC=D

Guide £1.65 million

Savills Northcote Road Christopher Lewis clewis@savills.com

020 3428 2222

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FULLERTON ROAD, SW18

CLAPHAM MANSIONS, sw4

Reception room ø kitchen ø master bedroom suite ø 3 further bedrooms ø 2 further bathrooms (1 en suite) ø garden ø 141 sq m (1,518 sq ft) ø EPC=E

Reception room ø dining room ø kitchen ø 2 bedrooms ø family bathroom ø communal gardens ø 106.6 sq m (1,148 sq ft) ø EPC=E

Guide £1.35 million Freehold

Guide £925,000 Share of Freehold

Savills Wandsworth jcolliver@savills.com 020 8877 1222

Savills Clapham ckennaway@savills.com 020 8673 4111

ROBERTSON STREET, SW8

WANDSWORTH COMMON, sw18

Reception room ø open plan kitchen ø master bedroom suite ø second double bedroom ø family bathroom ø roof terrace ø 69.8 sq m (752 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Reception room ø dining room/kitchen ø 2 bedrooms ø bathroom ø garden ø courtyard ø cellar ø 99.8 sq m (1,075 sq ft) ø EPC=D

Guide £795,000 Share of Freehold

Guide £775,000 Share of Freehold

Savills Northcote Road dzendra@savills.com 020 3428 2222

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The Clapham Historical Society has honoured Galliard Homes’ new Metropolitan Crescent scheme near Clapham Common with a green plaque award. The awards are given to exceptional buildings that are historically important and have been converted to a new use. Alan Johnson MP, a former Home Secretary, unveiled the plaque earlier this month (with Lambeth Mayor Councillor Saleha Jaffer). Alan was formerly the head of the Communication Workers’ Union and worked in the building for many years. Originally built in 1086 as Grove Lodge, a grand manor house, It was demolished in 1936 and replaced by the current mock-Tudor building built for the Union of Post Office workers. Galliard Homes acquired the three-storey building in 2012 and have made significant efforts to create minimal disruption to the original architecture. The mock-Tudor facade of the building has been restored and the oriel windows, mock-battlements, feature brickwork and mansard roof with dormer windows have all been retained. Metropolitan Crescent now offers 36 luxury one, two and three bedroom apartments and two penthouses. www.galliardhomes.com

Savills’ Northcote office has helped to safeguard the future of the lollipop men of Honeywell School in Wandsworth, following a cut in council funding. Back in 2012, the council removed funding for school patrols meaning local lollipop men and women have to be funded by the schools, at the cost of roughly £9,000 per year – too much for most schools to afford. Raj and Fred, the Honeywell School lollipop men, help children and parents A design team led by Denmark’s Bystrup Architecture Design and Engineering is cross the road during the morning dropstarting exploratory works for a new car-free bridge across the Thames. off and afternoon pick-up, ensuring their Bystrup has been commissioned by Wandsworth Council to design the Nine Elms safety across two busy roads. Pimlico Bridge, set to be one of the first Thames crossings built specifically to meet the The school has been able to keep Raj needs of pedestrians and cyclists. A new bridge linking Nine Elms and Pimlico was first and Fred patrolling the area through proposed back in 2003. fundraising events and sponsorship Lead designer Erik Bystrup said: “Our design concept is based on an elegant bridge that from Savills. Together, they have provides simple and uninhibited access for all, with minimal impact on each bank. This will raised about £35,000 over the last be one of the very first shared pedestrian and cycle bridges over the Thames, adding to the four years and need to raise a rich history of London’s river crossings.” further £9,000 for the year ahead. Chris Lewis, Head of Savills Northcote, says: “We are delighted to be supporting Honeywell School in their efforts to save their lollipop men. It is an incredibly important The super-rich are getting richer, according to Knight Frank’s latest Wealth Report, which says the service, and one which we number of ultra-high-net-worth individuals – those with $30 million or more in net assets – rose by 6,340 don’t want to see disappear in 2016, taking the total to 193,490. from the local community.” Looking at Europe, the UK will remain the front-runner in terms of its ultra-wealthy population, with a For information about forecast 30% rise the next decade. The surge in share prices has been credited with the increase, but many how to support the of the super-rich are putting their cash into residential property. According to the report, 32% will invest in cause contact Lisa King cross-border real-estate deals in the next two years with property a substantial target for outbound capital. on lisa@clarkking.co.uk Duncan Farmer

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YOUTHCHARITY Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward has entered a charity partnership with London Youth, a charity that supports a network of youth groups and clubs across the capital with a mission to support and challenge young Londoners to become the best they can be. KFH’s role as charity partners of London Youth is to build awareness of the charity, which aims to raise over £60,000 by the end of this year. Julian Peak, Sales Director at KFH: says: “When searching for a partner, we wanted a charity that focused on London, tapped into the needs of our capital and resonated with our staff. “Our staff is already engaged with the partnership and their local community centres and clubs and we have scheduled a number of fundraising events.” Rosemary Watt-Wyness, CEO of London Youth says: “This is a great opportunity to showcase the value of good youth work and connect local businesses with community youth organisations situated right on their doorstep. Through the efforts of KFH staff, our members will be able to develop stronger partnerships, raise income for their vital work with young people, and build stronger communities.”

MOREFORSALE Property supply in London increased by 4.7% in February with some areas doing even better. Kensington and Chelsea saw an uplift of 231% while Lambeth saw property supply increase by 20.4%. In Wandsworth 11.6% more property went on sale in February compared to the preceding month. Alex Gosling, CEO House Simple says: “The market needs a boost in supply and it’s encouraging to see that new listings are up in February, albeit that we would typically expect numbers to rise in the coming months as sellers list their properties in time for the Spring market. “What’s more encouraging is that new stock levels are higher than October 2016 and only slightly short of September 2016, both traditionally strong months for the property market. Now we need to see buoyant listings figures in March and April because the buyers are definitely there, and thanks to the continued competitive mortgage deals still on offer, they are committed to purchasing.”

WORD ON THE STREET WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR THOSE WANTING TO SELL IN THIS SPRING MARKET? PATRICK RAMPTON RAMPTON BASELEY

The Spring Market is upon us – the period from Feb half term until Easter holidays often being one of the busiest times of the year. Stock levels are down by about 35% since before Christmas and buy levels rising – reduced supply and increasing demand means better selling conditions and often price rises. Though perhaps not in this case – uncertainty is the new certainty as they say, and with this in mind we consider that prices are still pretty level, and buyers very price conscious. However the “best in class” at every level of the market are probably now selling for around 5% more than last year, as buyers are keen to select those properties that are guaranteed re-sellable. So the key to selling this Spring is either have the best in class or be very careful with price.

SAM SPROSTON KNIGHT FRANK WANDSWORTH I would advise all potential vendors at all times of year to prepare their property as much as possible, not just in the Spring. The simplest of things can make a big difference such as cleaning the windows! Look to get unnecessary clutter into the loft and now the sun is shining get to work on the garden or any outside space you have to make it look inviting, cared for and ready for the year ahead. There is no better phrase to coin at this time of year than to give your home a thorough ‘Spring Clean’!

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>>GROWN UP With no room for real greenery in our astroturfed patches, it falls to big sculptural plants to bring the outdoors in in a very stylish way >>ROUGH STUFF Materials like concrete, mixed metals and raw wood have the style edge over glossy surfaces, clean lines and high shine metallics >>TAKE FIVE Delicious designs in fruity shapes (think Jonathan Adler’s golden banana vase) are fresh this Spring Soft crochet apple pouffe for kids (£165, www.cukcooland.com)

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erfect for al fresco cooking and dining, Midnattssol (Swedish for Midnight Sun) is a beautifully nostalgic collection of eco-friendly Scandinavian home accessories and tableware from Isak. The range is inspired by Nordic heritage, the seasons and nature itself. Midnattssol celebrates the vast contrast between Scandinavian summers and winters, dark and light, through a signature monochromatic style. The collection consists of hard-wearing kitchen essentials including enamel cooking pots and pans, ceramic carafes, bowls, mugs and plates, 100 per cent cotton blankets and tea towels, hand-turned wooden candlesticks, kitchen utensils and trays. Isak was established in 2006 by Swedish-born designer Sandra Isaksson. Cotton blanket, £65; enamel coffee pot, £32; ceramic mug, £12; birchwood tray, £28 and Black Sun linen tea towel www.isak.co.uk

>>ON THE BLOCK Exposed brickwork comes and goes in interior design popularity. Cool again – see them on upholstery fabric, bright lights and a vase with attitude (Brick vase, £29.95 www.designmyworld.net)

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LAMBETHLOVE From the elegant ironwork railings to the Georgian cornicing, this house looks untouched by time. But, as Paul Sadler explains, most of the details have been painstakingly recreated

hen Paul bought the Grade II listed house it was in a terrible state after a makeover in the 1950s followed by complete neglect. “It was semi-derelict. It’s hard to imagine that a house in London within 10 minutes of Big Ben was lacking a bathroom, kitchen or running water with an outside toilet. An elderly woman had lived here as a protected tenant and the owners had left the place to rot. “Then squatters got in and smashed it to pieces. It was partly boarded up when I saw it. Originally the street had been a long terrace but during the war half of the terrace had been destroyed.” Nevertheless enough remained of both the terrace and the house to persuade Paul, who runs an energy company, that love, care and money would restore the house to its original beauty. He took nine months away from his company to projectmanage the restoration. “I had a photograph from the 1920s that I used to ensure that the replacement railings and the balconette at the front of the house were ‘right’. The house has a superb location and originally I planned to stay put, so I spared no expense. The house was taken back to bare brick and then given a modernised Georgilisatiion. The fireplace in the dining room cost £3,000 and all the cupboards and the kitchen were bespoke. “I did some of the work myself but mainly I made the coffee and went out for the sandwiches and to buy the screws, acting as a labourer but being on hand to ensure that all the decisions were mine. “ Originally with four bedrooms, the result is a comfortable and stylish two-bedroom house that Paul is prepared to turn into a three-bedroom house with the addition of a stud wall. The first floor consists of a large and bright reception room, that makes a perfect entertaining space. The kitchen and dining area on the ground floor, and two bedrooms and a study are on the lower ground floor. The house is at the end of the terrace and is larger and more imposing than its neighbours in King Edward Walk, an elegant tree-lined street situated just off Lambeth Road. The street is within the West Square Conservation Area and within easy reach of the Old & Young Vic Theatres on The Cut and the food market on Lower Marsh, just beneath Waterloo Station.

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King Edward Walk, SE1, £1,149,950, Winkworth 020 7587 0600 WORDS: JENNY KNIGHT

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three to four-bedroom houseboat that feels like a boutique hotel with all the fun of life on the water is on sale. The mooring for the floating home is at Riverside Quarter – one of London’s most picturesque settings. The boat is built to exacting standards and with a contemporary, stylish interior with attention to detail. Its winsome address is 11 Nauti Buoys. There are three bathrooms and two to three reception rooms as well as a deck area for relaxing in the sunshine or to enjoy an evening drink. It has air conditioning to all principal rooms with individually controlled under-floor heating throughout and the upper floor has a surround sound system. There is guest car parking and direct access to the Thames River Taxi service and mooring space for a five metre long tender or speedboat. Riverside Quarter offers gated mooring and secure underground parking with porter and concierge service. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and gym. 11 Nauti Buoys, Eastfields Avenue, Riverside Quarter, SW18, £2,150,000 Knight Frank 020 3597 7670

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simply stunning, four double-bedroom Victorian family home, with two reception rooms and three bathrooms, situated on a sought after residential road. This superb semi-detached property has recently undergone a complete refurbishment resulting in an exquisite kitchen/family room and a totally sumptuous home that provides over 2,300 square feet of accommodation. The good-looking classic Victorian exterior enfolds a contemporary and elegant interior. In addition there is parking for two cars and a separate outbuilding that is currently being used as an office and an attractive small garden. There are popular schools nearby and, in the opinion of the agents, this family home is one of the finest that is currently available. Parkwood Road is a sought-after residential location which can be found just off Woodside. It is close to the array of shops, restaurants, cafĂŠs and cinema that can be found in Central Wimbledon and also within easy reach of Wimbledon Station, serving the mainline and district line. The property is also within walking distance of the delightful South Park gardens and a hike up the hill to the sprawling delights of Wimbledon Common. Parkwood Road, Wimbledon, SW19, ÂŁ1,775,000, Lauristons 020 8946 9468

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his newly built and luxuriously appointed seven-bedroom, family house with 6,818 sq ft of accommodation over two floors has wonderful uninterrupted views over Coombe Wood Golf Course. It is situated on a private road on the prestigious Coombe Estate, within easy reach of Wimbledon Village, and has four reception rooms, five bathrooms, a gymnasium, garden with garden games room and a double garage with extra off-street parking. This classically designed home is close to many good schools, including Holy Cross, Rokeby, Kings College School and Kingston Grammar. It comes with high specification fittings including bespoke sash windows, smartly appointed bathrooms, wide plank flooring, with air conditioning and underfloor heating. There is a control 4 system for security, heating, music and lighting, built-in ceiling speakers and solar panels to the roof. The property is approached through wrought iron gates opening onto a gravelled forecourt. The entrance hall has a ceramic tiled floor and a bespoke easy rising staircase with metal frame and wood cladding to the first floor. Off the hall is the double-aspect drawing room, with an open feature fireplace and sliding doors to the dining room, which overlooks the rear garden. The kitchen has a range of bespoke wall and base units with flamed granite worktops and grey mirrored splash backs. The central island with bespoke walnut and painted units has space for six stools. The double-aspect master bedroom suite with views over the golf course through a triple-width arched window, and a dressing room with bespoke fitted units and smartly appointed en suite bathroom, is on the first floor. There are five more bedrooms, three with en suite bath/shower rooms and two with dressing rooms, plus a family bathroom and gymnasium/bedroom seven. Brook House, Coombe, KT2, ÂŁ5,250,000, Robert Holmes & Company Coombe 020 8947 1100

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NEWHOMESUPDATE Lauristons’ New Homes Sales Manager Jonathan Roberts looks at the innovative ways developers are working to attract purchasers

t many of our new homes developments, developers are taking additional steps to attract ever increasing levels of new applicants. For most, this means making qualifying units available through the Government’s help-to-buy scheme, providing access to support in raising the necessary deposit for a brand-new home. New homes (within London) up to a maximum of £600,000 that are due to be completed within six months can potentially come with as much as 40 per cent deposit, subject to terms. Other developers are considering more unusual ways of attracting purchasers such as offering furniture packs, car club membership, selling fees paid or holiday vouchers. Newly built homes offer purchasers a whole host of additional benefits in addition to the incentives offered by developers. 10 year structural warranties, interior defects warranties, high efficiency heating and hot water systems, all helping to reduce a buyer’s household outgoings. Purchasers often have the opportunity to personalise their new home by making selections on finishing specifications, dependent on the buildstage at the point of reserving – the earlier the reservation, the more options available. We are currently experiencing demand from both domestic end-user pecialist London developer Frasers Property purchasers, first-time buyers and up/down-sizing applicants, as well as UK have unveiled what they dub the ‘ultimate flexible a resurgence of overseas investor purchasers taking advantage of the living space homes’ on Camberwell Green. historically low value of the pound. Purchasers with cash in dollars or The six-storey building contains 96 one, two and threeother foreign currencies can buy UK property now for as much as bedroom apartments designed to maximise flexibility to 20 per cent less than 12 months ago, creating even higher levels of provide accommodation for either a teenager, elderly relation demand for the domestic purchaser to contend with. or extended family member. Given the stretch on affordability in Central London, many The apartments are designed with an entrance hall, behind developers are targeting higher volume locations further from which is the main living accommodation, consisting of the living the city, but which still offer buyers frequent, fast links into town. room, kitchen and main bedroom. Alongside this, a second bedroom can be partitioned from the main space and used to provide a distinctive yet private pad for another person. Designed by award-winning architects CareyJones ChapmanTolcher, the development has a striking contemporary façade with features including expanses of glazing, bronze metal panelling, brickwork, balconies and rooftop terraces. It has been designed to maximise views of the green. There is a tranquil roof garden at the centre of the development, for residents use only. There will also be retail units on the ground floor. Simon Lear, CEO Development at Frasers Property UK said: “The economic landscape in London is fast-shifting, and homeowners are constantly looking for ways to help with mortgage repayment, or to make their home work for them. Hence flexible living space homes are perfect for London property buyer”.

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Cambium in Southfields, 1 bedroom apartments start from £429,950, Lauristons 020 8879 9099

Camberwell on the Green, Camberwell, £405,000 to £1,023,000, Marsh & Parsons 0207 368 4830

Stunning new one bedroom apartments available from £499,950

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earing completion in Weybridge Park, Octagon’s latest two detached luxury homes offer spacious and flexible accommodation for growing families. Set over three floors and surrounded by landscaped gardens, Ashridge House and Linley House are within the heart of a private gated estate. With unprecedented amounts of space on the ground floor, the new homes include formal dining and drawing rooms, a sizeable study and a utility room. There is also a large kitchen which houses a grand breakfast bar and family room. The lavish master bedrooms have walk-in dressing rooms on the first floor, along with three further bedrooms, also with en suite bathrooms and fitted wardrobes. The second floor houses a large playroom area, the fifth bedroom and an additional bathroom. The estate is close to transport and local amenities, with Weybridge train station just 0.4 miles away and the town centre within easy walking distance. Frequent trains to Waterloo station take 35 minutes, and the ewley Homes has launched a development of five family friendly homes in M25 and Heathrow Airport are both easily Sunningdale with multi-purpose and spacious kitchens, where the family can accessible. convene for informal meals, homework, handicraft projects through to formal Andrew Grant, Partner at Curchods, dinner parties. says: “Weybridge Park is one of Surrey’s The five or four-bedroom houses are within walking distance of the mainline station – best kept secrets and available ideal for commuting or weekend trips into London. And a Waitrose is next to the station. properties on the estate are very few Holcombe House Gardens is situated in an exclusive private setting, close to both the and far between due to the perfect M3 and M25 motorway networks. The area benefits from a wide selection of independent balance of private yet unpretentious and state schools including Holy Trinity Primary School, Sunningdale School, The Marist living it offers. Significantly smaller Prep School, Cheapside Primary School, Heathermount School, St George’s and St Mary’s. than its better known neighbour, Recreational facilities range from polo and spa at the Dorchester Collection’s Coworth Park; St George’s Hill, Weybridge Park to golf at either Sunningdale or Wentworth Golf Clubs; to racing at nearby Ascot or Windsor enjoys a real community feel, with The houses come with the usual attention to detail for which Bewley Homes is renowned – the great commuting options good ceiling heights and spacious proportions. Each house offers a spacious kitchen/breakfast and brilliant local schools room either incorporating, or with, a separate family room, leading directly onto the back garden. making it exceptionally In addition, every property comes with a formal sitting room, a utility room and garaging. popular with families.” Neil Simpson, Sales Director at Bewley Homes, says: “Any family looking to move to the Sunningdale and Ascot area, really should put Holcombe House Gardens at the top of their search. Weybridge Park, In my opinion, it cannot be beaten either in terms of quality or location, at this price level.” Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 £3.55m, per house, Holcombe House Gardens, near London Road, Sunningdale, £1,450,000 to £1,795,000, Bewley Curchods 01932 843322 Homes 0118 970 8200

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ASKTHE LOCAL Alistair Harrold, Lettings Manager at Coombe Residential highlights Coombe, Kingston upon Thames What’s going for it?

Richmond Park is on the doorstep. Its 2,368 acres of natural beauty are home to the beautiful Isabella Plantation, Pembroke Lodge (for coffee, lunch and tea) and herds of Red and Fallow deer. This fabulous area is also home to five golf clubs, including the prestigious Coombe Hill Club.

Well connected?

Yes! Easy access to Kingston, Wimbledon, Norbiton and New Malden stations with good links to Clapham Junction and Waterloo. Also close to the A3 making Heathrow and Gatwick accessible.

And the schools?

There are several private schools on the Coombe estate itself for both boys and girls and Coombe Hill Junior School is a highly regarded state school on Coombe Lane West.

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Where to buy

Go to Warren House on Warren Road for lovely afternoon teas or drinks on the terrace in the summer. There are heaps of cafés, restaurants and bars in Kingston and Wimbledon Village – just a short taxi ride away! Coombe is relatively small and very exclusive so anywhere in Coombe would make a really super home, however the private estates are always popular and gated communities are always in strong demand.

The attraction of the area constantly meets a growing demand from families wishing to access excellent local schools and easy access to the City and West End. The fabulous golf courses within the Coombe Estate plus the unrivalled open space of Richmond Park help to make this area a sought after location for all families seeking a home with a rural feel and yet only nine miles from Knightsbridge.

Gem of the month Juniper House, Kingston Hill A classic new build house backing directly onto Richmond Park with approx 4,600 sq ft of accommodation arranged over three floors behind a secure gated forecourt. £10,000 per calendar month to rent, £4,450,000 for sale Coombe Residential 020 8947 9393

Coombe and its surrounding area is a small oasis of beautiful and prestigious properties, which are limited in supply and historically proven to hold their worth.

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MONEYMATTERS

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Know it alls who foresaw that house prices would crash and mortgage rate spike upwards in late 2016 and 2017, will be disappointed to know that, so far, its not all doom and gloom. In fact for those looking to purchase a new home or remortgage an existing one, the picture is really quite positive. Firstly, lenders are maintaining their competitive stance when it comes to pricing. Increased competition and the desire to hit lending targets ensure that, even in the face of increasing cost of funds, we have not seen that replicated across to mortgage rates. Secondly, where lenders are less keen to engage in price competition, they are willing to be more creative, flexible when it comes to underwriting. Increasingly, borrowers who believed that they couldn’t purchase or remortgage – may now find a lender willing to cater for their needs. Lenders must still meet certain requirements imposed on them by the regulator, and there are things that borrowers can do to help their situation. Having a clean credit record, being on the electoral role, reducing debts and commitments will all make a difference. Gareth Lowman, SPF Private Clients

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of landlords are happy with their tenants, but many would like to put up the rent

SOLIDSOUTH The latest house price index from Nationwide shows that average growth in the UK has been about 4.5 percent, but the market in London has “softened”, as estate agents euphemistically put it. However, there is positive in the south of the capital, says Property Partner: “Although we probably won’t be seeing London house prices over the short-term racing in front with dizzying double digit rises, established markets such as Clapham, Balham and Wandsworth should remain solid. They’re good transitional areas for people moving out of the capital for more space to Surrey and especially Guildford – a well-established wealth corridor.”

the rate on Yorkshire building society’s two-year discounted variable rate mortgage

NUMBERCRUNCHING The average household income of home movers in London

The amount of gross household income Londoners spend repaying their mortgage

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Fixed Rates

Source: SPF Private Clients Lender

Rate

Until

Reversionary Rate

APR

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HLC

ERC

Product Fee

Exit Fee

Notes

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4/30/2019

4.74%

4.2%

65%

n/a

2%/1% until 30/04/19. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

£1495 Product Fee

£90

£5m

Platform

1.24%

4/30/2019

4.49%

4.1%

75%

n/a

2%/1% until 30/04/19. £1000 overpayment p.c.m

£1499 Product Fee

£74

Mx £1m. Free Valuation. Free Legals for remortgages

First Direct

1.89%

24 months

3.69%

3.5%

90%

n/a

3%/2% in first 24 months. Unlimited overpayments allowed

£1450 Booking Fee

£149

Max loan £400k

Tesco Bank

1.78%

4/30/2022

3.89%

3.1%

60%

n/a

5%/4%/4%/3%2% until 30/04/22. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

£995 Product Fee

£90

Max loan £1m

Coventry BS

2.39%

3/31/2027

4.24%

3.5%

50%

n/a

5%/5%/3%3%/3%/1%/1%/1%/1%/1% until 30/03/27. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

£999 Product Fee

Mx £1m. Free Valuation. Free Legals for remortgages

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PICTURETHIS Duncan Farmer paints a portrait of the typical London homebuyer

he latest statistics from the Council of Mortgage Lenders, which represents banks and building societies, paints a fascinating picture of the typical London homebuyer, and show how they have changed in recent years. Although the market is changing – and prices in the capital have fallen slightly – the reasons for this are varied: lack of supply, nerves about Brexit and the economy and falling incomes. The average age of a home mover is 37, compared with 31 for a first-time buyer, and home movers spend 18.5 per cent of their gross household income on paying off their mortgage – both capital and interest, which is down from 19.5 per cent in 2015 and 18.6 per cent in the third quarter of last year. Part of this fall may be because more existing homeowners have been remortgaging to get on to the lowest deal. First-time buyers spend slightly less of their gross income on their mortgage – 18.1 per cent, which is again lower than in previous years. The average size of their mortgage is £335,400 (home movers) and £254,000 (firsttime buyers) and the size of that loan compared to the value of their house and flat is different. In the case of first-time buyers it has fallen to 73.7 per cent from 75.2 per cent in 2015 and 75 per cent in the third quarter of last year. But for those buying their second, third or fourth home, the figures are 65.8 per cent, down from 66.3 per in 2015, but slightly higher than last year, 65 per cent. Income multiples are slightly higher: 3.97 times gross earnings for movers and 4.04 times for first-time buyers. That may in part be due to the fact that average earnings in the capital have fallen: the average household income was £63,700 (£40,200 in the UK overall), down from £64,700. The average household income of a home mover was £87,300 (£54,900 in the UK overall), down from £87,600. “Persisting supply and affordability issues appear to be exerting an ongoing restraint on growth, meaning there is some uncertainty around how the market will perform in 2017,” said Paul Smee, the CML’s directorgeneral. “By contrast, remortgage activity appears to be experiencing a resurgence. Competitive mortgage rates aided by low interest rates have sparked remortgage levels not seen in the capital since 2008.”

A beautiful home needs a beautiful mortgage Whether you are buying your ﬁrst home, next home or need to remortgage, look no further than SPF Private Clients for specialist mortgage advice. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. There will be a fee for mortgage advice. The precise amount will depend upon your circumstances and loan amount. We estimate that the fee will be 0.67% of the amount borrowed.

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RENTREACTION Rents in the UK rose by an average of just 0.8 per cent in February, compared to the same month last year, according to data from HomeLet’s data, which says the figure is well below the rate of inflation of 1.8 per cent according to official statistics. The decline in the pace of rental price appreciation, which was 4.7 per cent as recently as last June, may become a concern for landlords. Research suggests that over half of the 3,726 landlords surveyed expect to have to raise rents in the face of mounting cost pressures, but almost a third of those (29 per cent) plan to defer this to next year.

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Variable Rates Lender

Rate

Until

Rev. Rate

APR

Max. LTV

HLC

ERC

Product Fee

Exit Fee

Notes

Yorkshire BS

0.98%

Discount from SVR until 30/04/19

4.74%

4.1%

65%

n/a

1% until 30/04/19. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

£1495 Product Fee

£90

Mx £5m

Yorkshire BS

1.23%

Discount from SVR until 30/04/19

3.74%

3.5%

75%

n/a

1% until 30/04/19. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

£995 Product Fee

£90

Mx £1m

TSB Bank

1.54%

Tracker over base until 30/04/19

3.74%

3.6%

85%

n/a

3% / 1% until 30/04/19. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

£995 Product Fee

£265

Mx £1m. Free Valuation & Free Legals for remortgages

Coventry

1.35%

Variable rate for term

n/a

1.4%

65%

n/a

None

£999 Product Fee

£125

Mx £1m. Free Valuation. Free Legals for remortgages

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Name Adam Garner

Position Lettings Manager Where do you live? Putney.

FIVEO SOU FTHEB TH E EST: VEN TS

What and where was your first London home? A house share in the heart of Stockwell – they were like family!

What do you consider your greatest achievement? Playing for Doncaster Rugby Club at Twickenham three times. It was a real childhood dream come true. Tell us something that would surprise people about you. I completed two ski seasons in the French Alps of Meribel as a resort rep from 2012-2014. Aside from property what’s your most expensive purchase? Definitely my watch! Favourite book, film or album now? The XX album, I See You. What did you want to be when you were growing up? I really wanted to be a professional rugby player. What three things would you take to a desert island? A water conversion kit, Spotify – as silence is not always golden, and a picture of my family. What is your most treasured possession? My watch, which was my 21st birthday gift from my parents.

What is top of your bucket list? I’ve always wanted to travel around Australasia. Who would you like to be stuck in a lift with? Sir Clive Woodward, so I could pick his brains about his style of management and what makes him tick. What is your guiltiest pleasure? Listening to The Archers on BBC radio 4 – I love a good radio drama!

SAT 25 MAR 2.15PM

Watch the 400 national and international crews speed along the Thames in this annual rowing event. See them off from Chiswick Bridge, cheer from Barnes Bridge as they gather pace, or watch them approach from the Hammersmith Bridge to the finish at Putney.

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Favourite open space in London? Brockwell Park – especially relaxing at the Lido.

HEAD OF THE RIVER RACE

LONDON WETLAND CENTRE, BARNES MOTHER’S DAY SUN 26 MAR

Spring is the ideal time to see flowers beginning to bloom and ducklings waddling after their mothers. Treat your own mum to a walk in the gardens and meadows, followed by afternoon tea with Prosecco in the Water’s Edge Café. Mums enter free with a paying child or adult.

EASTER GIANT DUCK HUNT

SAT 1 APR - MON 17 APR Some of the ducklings have gone missing, can you help find them? Follow the trail around the beautiful nature reserve to discover where they are hiding. If you find them all you’ll win a chocolate prize! www.wwt.org.uk/ wetland-centres/london

JURASSIC KINGDOM OSTERLEY PARK

SAT 1 APR - MON 17 APR 30-life-sized animatronic dinosaurs roar and screech in every corner of Osterley Park. Jurassic Kingdom, is a spectacular outdoor dinosaur experience aimed at family audiences. www.jurassickingdom.uk

WANDSWORTH COMMON BIRD WALK SUN 23 APR

Discover the 100-plus species of birds that visit and use the Commons; learn to identify them by sight and sound, and find out about their natural history and behaviour. Walks last up to 4 hours but you can leave at any time. Not suitable for young children or dogs. www.wandsworth.gov.uk

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HOME COMPARE

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THEBURBS Woodside House, Surbiton, a 6-bedroom detached house, offers extensive accommodation and gardens with pool and tennis court. A modern, open-plan kitchen/ breakfast room features floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors, a skylight ceiling and modern fully integrated kitchen. Knight Frank Esher 01372 464496

£1,100,000

“They were very helpful and polite and knowledgeable. Found a buyer promptly and acted very professionally.” T.A. 2016

THESTICKS Greenhill House in Wrotham, Kent is a Grade II listed, 5 double-bedroom house. A superbly designed modern extension provides a light, open-plan kitchen and dining room, with double doors giving access to the south-east facing gardens with far reaching views. Savills Sevenoaks 01732 789 700

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HOWPOOLISTHAT?

This beautifully renovated Victorian house with a south-facing garden, has been stylishly extended On the Toast Rack, a spectacular six-bedroom home with five bathrooms, a double into loft, side and basement to create a five to sixreception room, cinema room and swimming pool. bedroom family house on Honeywell Road in the The semi-detached house has been redesigned to create a unique family catchment of the sought-after Honeywell School. house with tremendous natural light. The stylish, contemporary home has solid The owners have sympathetically preserved wood flooring throughout with under-floor heating. It has been re-wired and renumerous Victorian features and blended them with plumbed and is highly insulated with a high efficiency gas boiler, high pressure contemporary touches to create a balanced style. hot water system and full lighting system. The double reception room has an elegant fireplace, The property opens into a lovely wide entrance hall and to the rear is a with wood-burner, ornate plasterwork to its high ceilings wonderful open-plan kitchen/dining/living room which offers a multi-purpose and solid oak floors. The extended kitchen is wonderfully living space: complete with surround sound. light thanks to its extra-large roof lights and has an Glass sliding doors extend the entertaining space onto a large decked excellent range of wall and base units, a central island terrace overlooking a private, well stocked, landscaped 40ft garden. unit, stone worktops and good-quality appliances. It opens A glass-sided staircase with low level lighting leads to an impressive out onto a sunny, south-facing landscaped garden which basement with unusually high ceilings with a double bedroom to the front receives sun for most of the day. with French doors to a small patio. A contemporary wet room, complete Downstairs, an entire new floor of living accommodation with steam room, is located alongside. To the rear is a large family/ has been created by a superb basement conversion with media room with access to a stunning swimming pool complete with a modern bare-brick walls and oak floors. It currently comprises Jacuzzi and a counter-current setting. an outstanding family/media room, a well-equipped utility room, Upstairs, the master bedroom suite with a walk-in wardrobe and masses of clean dry storage and a cloakroom/WC. en suite bathroom with a separate double glass rain shower and On the upper two floors there are five double bedrooms, two a guest suite are on the first floor. There are two more double family bathrooms and a study/sixth bedroom. bedrooms on the second floor as well as a studio/bedroom with The entire ground and lower ground floors and both bathrooms views across south west London. have under-floor heating. Henderson Road, SW18, Wandsworth 020 8682 7777

£4,250,000,

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Frank

Honeywell Road, SW11, Between the Commons, £2,100,000, John Thorogood 020 7228 7474

SEPARATESTUDIO Located in a quiet cul de sac overlooking the Harrodian School playing fields this superb five-bedroom house is close to both the Thames and Barnes Village, with good transport links to Hammersmith, Central London and the City. The interior has many outstanding features including a separate studio suite with shower room at the foot of the garden. The large hallway has a beautifully tiled floor and elegant reception to one side. The focus of the house is a huge kitchen/family room with oak floor which overlooks the rear garden. The house has master bedroom with en suite bathroom and four further double bedrooms, two further bathrooms (one en suite) and a laundry room. There is also a summer house and garden and driveway parking. The house is available from the end of April. Belgrave Road, London, SW13, £8,750 per month, Carter Jonas 020 8878 1115

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Parkwood Road, Wimbledon, SW19

Asking Price: ÂŁ1,775,000 Freehold

A simply stunning four double bedroom Victorian family home situated on a sought after residential road. This superb semi-detached property has recently undergone a complete refurbishment resulting in an absolutely exquisite kitchen/family room and a sumptuous home throughout. Providing over 2300 sqft of accommodation, off street parking for two cars, a separate outbuilding and popular schools nearby, this family home (in our opinion) is one of the finest currently available. Parkwood Road is a sought after residential location which can be found just off Woodside. The array of shops and restaurants that Central Wimbledon has to offer can be found within the immediate vicinity as can Wimbledon Station (District & Mainline). EPC EER D.

Wimbledon Sales: 020 8946 9468

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Balham Balham 020 020 87728772 93739373 balham@lauristons.com balham@lauristons.com

Battersea Battersea Kennington Kennington LandLand 020 020 79787978 58005800 020 020 73857385 22962296 020 020 89438943 22112211 battersea@lauristons.com battersea@lauristons.com kennington@lauristons.com kennington@lauristons.com land@lauristons.com land@lauristons.com

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Keswick Road, Putney, SW15

Asking Price: ÂŁ799,950 Share of Freehold

This beautiful two bedroom second floor apartment has been recently refurbished to a very high standard and is a credit to the current owners. Forming part of the hugely sought after Espirit House and offering in excess of 1000 sq ft of living space, the accommodation comprises a large welcoming entrance hallway with ample storage, a superb 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; double aspect reception room and stunning open plan kitchen with separate dining space and a private balcony making this a fantastic entertaining space. The property also has the added benefits of secure underground parking, a share of the freehold, lift access and a secure entry system. Both East Putney Tube station and Putney Mainline station are within 0.1m and 0.4m. EPC EER C. Putney Sales: 020 8780 8780

Franche Court Road, Earlsfield, SW17

Asking Price: ÂŁ925,000 Freehold

A beautifully presented four bedroom family home in a highly regarded road in Earlsfield. Franche Court Road is moments away from the open spaces of Garratt Park and Garratt Green. The property features an open plan double reception room and a kitchen with granite worktops leading to a conservatory opening onto the garden; with the option to extend the side return subject to the usual consents. The first floor comprises of a large family bathroom complete with stand-alone bathtub, and two double bedrooms, both with built in storage. A further two bedrooms occupy the loft conversion; the larger with an en-suite shower room and storage in the eaves, with a Juliette balcony overlooking the garden. EPC EER E. Balham Sales: 020 8772 9373

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Putney Wharf Tower, Putney, SW15

Asking Price: £799,950 Leasehold

This beautifully presented two bedroom apartment is situated on the sixth floor of the iconic Putney Wharf Tower and offers stunning river views. With the benefit of the favoured West facing aspect, the next owner will be able to enjoy the sunset as well as having a fantastic view of the start of the annual boat race. The accommodation comprises entrance hall, spacious reception room with open plan kitchen and direct access to the balcony, master bedroom with en suite shower room and built in wardrobes, further double bedroom and modern bathroom. The property has a secure underground parking space and further benefits include a 24 hour concierge service and residents’ gym. Putney Bridge Station is within 0.3m and Putney Station is within 0.4m. EPC EER C. Putney Sales: 020 8780 8780

Sisters Avenue, Battersea, SW11

Asking Price: £2,100,000 Freehold

A substantial and imposing Victorian residence currently arranged as three apartments and laid over four floors. The property boasts circa 2,800 square feet and can be further enhanced and extended into the loft and the rear, subject to usual planning consents. The property is an ideal investment opportunity and could also be converted into a superior family home STPP. The property is located just off Lavender Hill and is a short distance to Clapham Junction Mainline offering easy access in to the City and The West End. Clapham Common is less than a 5 minute walk up the road and heading in the other direction you are right in the heart of Battersea with a selection of the bars and restaurants. EPC EER D. Battersea Sales: 020 7978 5800

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