Robinson Jackson Group Moving Magazine - Rainham Edition

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FEATURing HOT PROPERTY - WHAT’S #TRENDINgnow GET TO KNOW RAINHAM & GILLINGHAM HOW TO COMPARE AGENTS FOR THE BEST SERVICE

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contents 04 - ALL ABOUT RAINHAM & GILLINGHAM Rainham and Gillingham offer the perfect balance of high-speed commuter links, excellent schooling and a semi-rural backdrop.

Read on to find out more.

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There’s no better endorsement of our services than testimonials direct from our clients. Read the latest reviews written by people we have helped.

18 - PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT I: COMPARE THE MARKET Need to choose an estate agent? We explain why it’s essential to compare High Street agents and online companies side-by-side to guarantee you get the service you deserve.

28 - PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT II: #TRENDINGNOW Property journalists can’t get enough of The Robinson Jackson Group, as well as SE London and Kent. Discover why we’re the goto agent for the property press.

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46 - RECIPES: STREETS AHEAD Recreate street food flavours at home with our selection of recipes inspired by the pop-up markets and mobile catering vans that are taking the food scene by a storm.

56 - HOME ACCESSORIES: LIGHT FANTASTIC Want to give your home a new look with minimal effort? Add a neon symbol, illuminated sign or string of fairy lights. Here’s the best around - just plug in and switch on!

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Last, but certainly not least, you can find a selection of our properties for sale and to let throughout this magazine. You can also go online to robinson-jackson.com to see our full portfolio of homes; searchable by price, postcode, number of bedrooms and property type.

If you would like us to feature your property for sale or to let in the next edition of our magazine, contact your local branch today.

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welcome to the latest issue of

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THIS MONTH’S GUEST EDITOR IS LEE FRANKLIN, BRANCH MANAGER AT OUR RAINHAM BRANCH Welcome to the latest issue of Moving. As we went to press, The Robinson Jackson Group was celebrating success in the inaugural Best Estate Agent Guide, which is supported by Rightmove. Our agency has been judged to offer exemplary examples of customer service, with some of our branches featuring in the prestigious Top 100 Estate Agents list (amazing when you consider over 25,000 branches were included in the analysis). It’s great to have our hard work acknowledged by an independent source in what has been the property industry’s most in-depth analysis of customer services.

Now back to this issue. We always pack our magazine full of as many properties as possible but inside are just a tiny proportion of the houses and flats currently available. The theme in my branch at Rainham and across the whole Robinson Jackson Group is choice – every office has a healthy property portfolio ready for you to view and we’re adding over 400 homes every month. Our website, robinsonjackson.com, is the most up-to-date place to search for properties for sale and to let, so bookmark it now. And don’t forget, register with your local branch to find out about new instructions before they even go online, so get in touch. It really is a great property market - don’t dip your toes – dive in!

If you’re unsure about where to move to, our ‘#trendingnow’ feature on page 28 reveals the SE London and Kent hot spots that property journalists can’t stop writing about. Luckily, we have a branch covering every one of the places mentioned

– from Sydenham to Swanley. And if you fancy a move to the Medway, read about my areas – Rainham and Gillingham – on page 4. Go on, go window shopping and see what catches your eye.

Making buying conditions all the better are some very attractive home loans. Our in-house mortgage advisors (available in every branch) are in agreement that it may be a good time to lock in to a fixed rate deal – whether you’re looking to buy your first home, are taking a step up the property ladder or want to remortgage.

Of course, a good buying market goes hand-in-hand with a good selling market and many of those purchasing a new property will have something to sell. Right now it feels there are just as many agents wanting to sell your home as there are homes for sale. Making the right choice is the difference between a successful sale and an unsold property, so do your research and always include High Street agents in your final selection. Our ‘Compare the Market’ feature on page 18 explains the benefits of comparing agents side-by-side before you appoint one to sell your property.

Finally, it wouldn’t be an issue of Moving if we didn’t bring you some home interior and cooking inspiration. Turn to page 46 for some mouth-watering street food recipes and on page 56, we have a selection of novelty lights to brighten up your home.

Enjoy!

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all about... rainham & Gillingham Every issue we focus on one of our local areas.

This time we look at two together – Rainham and Gillingham – neighbouring towns in Kent’s Medway.

Many home movers are looking for a little piece of nirvana – a home nestling among green surroundings with village charm yet a quick commute into London for jobs and leisure opportunities. Rainham in the Medway ticks all the boxes, with its sister town Gillingham providing a great contrast, with modern riverside charm and oodles of contemporary new build apartments.

“You could say Rainham is one of the more aspirational Medway towns,” comments Lee Franklin, the Branch Manager at Robinson Michael & Jackson’s Rainham branch. “The area holds its value well and we get a lot of home movers from other Medway areas looking to take a step up the property ladder here.”

Next door, Gillingham is suddenly attracting attention thanks to the big Victory Pier development. “It’s recently dawned that there are great riverside views, smart living choices

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and a good train line into London – having the prestigious house builder Berkeley Homes choose Gillingham for such an exciting project is the ‘seal of approval’ many buyers look for when choosing an area. My branch regularly markets a number of re-sale apartments at Victory Pier for those who love the stylish waterside surroundings, on-site gym and lowmaintenance apartments.”

Both Rainham and Gillingham are on the HS1 high speed rail line to St Pancras – with journey times of 50 and 44 minutes, respectively. “It’s a commute under that magic hour mark,” adds Lee. “People can leave work in London at 5.30pm, hop on the train and watch the landscape change as they look out the window. The high rises and density merge into farm views and uncrowded vistas as the train eases its way into the Medway, arriving back to either Rainham or Gillingham stations before 6.30pm. Living here means people can achieve that work/life balance without breaking the bank.

Houses here offer space, gardens, secure parking and value for money, while the immediate community is welcoming and diverse as any London suburb.”

While the ‘work’ balance is provided by the quick commute, the ‘life’ aspect in both Gillingham and Rainham is rich.

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Gillingham Marina - thanks to Medway Council

Country pubs, including The Cricketers, The Hungry Fox and The Flying Saucer, are sought after for their food and friendly atmosphere, with bars for more raucous nights out dotted about, especially in Gillingham and around the student village of Liberty Quays.

Families are very well catered for too. “The schools are one of the biggest draws for parents, with Rainham Mark Grammar and Chatham Grammar for Girls (actually set on Rainham Road), providing those elusive selective school places that so many families are chasing,” says Lee. “It’s not just about the schools either. We have the much loved Silver Blades ice rink, over 50 shops and restaurants at Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, and a number of country parks all on the doorstep.

As well as commuting, the high speed rail line also opens the door to international travel via the Eurostar at nearby Ashford International – Paris, Lille and Bruges are all within easy reach.”

Buyers unsure of what Rainham and Gillingham have to offer can speak with the Rainham team in person – local experts who live in or grew up in the ME7 and ME8 postcodes. Their in depth area knowledge will help steer you in the right direction but as a quick snapshot, Rainham is divided into several smaller neighbourhoods, including Rainham Mark,

Macklands, Parkwood, Wigmore, Twydall, Meresborough and Lower Rainham. “Your search in Rainham will uncover every property type, from Grade II listed buildings, Victorian dwellings, Edwardian terraces and 1930s semis to 1950s post war homes, new build houses, bungalows and apartments with river views. The most recent property explosion in the town came in the 1960s when the Parkwood Estate was built, although we’re starting to see a new wave of house building as demand in the area grows,” adds Lee. The area around Gillingham Pier (now known as Victory Pier) along the waterfront is undergoing intense regeneration.

A number of mixed-use developments from top house builders, such as Berkeley, are changing the former industrial landscape, with the promise of new retail and leisure outlets as the developments mature.

“There’s so much going for Rainham and Gillingham that only a visit in person can really set the scene – we’re only scratching the surface. What we do know is people move to the area and stay in the area, putting down roots and enjoying a fine slice of Medway life.”

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We asked the team at our Rainham branch to reveal their favourite places to eat, drink, shop and socialise in Rainham & Gillingham.

1. Cargo Bar & Restaurant Cargo Bar & Bistro is run by the University of Kent and is set within the student village at Liberty Quays, Gillingham. There’s a great bistro-style lunch and dinner menu together with live music, quiz nights and comedy specials. The venue is a stylish addition to the area, with nautical and industrial influences, booth-style seating and plenty of screens to watch live sporting action.

2. Silver Blades Ice Rink Silver Blades has been offering ice-based activities for over 24 years, and continues to be a centre of sporting excellence in both ice hockey and figure skating. The full size ice pad with seating for 800 spectators is home to the Invicta Dynamos Medway’s national league ice hockey team. Anyone can join in the open sessions or beginners can take specific ‘learn to skate’ or ‘learn to play ice hockey’ classes. There’s also themed ice discos, spectacular ice shows, the facility to host birthday parties and Bar Blu for rink-side refreshments.

3. Forrester’s Pottery & Craft Studio This is the perfect place for keen crafters and creative kids.

There’s a myriad of craft classes and drop-in sessions, spanning pottery painting, ceramic work, canvas art, decopatch and paper mâché. As if that wasn’t enough, there are hot and cold drinks and a selection of snacks available in the studio café, as well as a fully stocked front-of-house bursting with arts and crafts supplies, toys, puzzles and games.

4. Capstone Farm Country Park Capstone Farm Country Park is one of Medway’s finest green spaces, offering wonderful opportunities for walking, running, cycling and much more. Capstone covers 114 hectares of former farmland on the North Downs and boasts a variety of habitats, including ancient woodlands, old orchards, a freshwater lake, meadows and hedgerows. Don’t forget to refuel at the café or visit the play area if you have children (or just feel young at heart).

a treasure trove of home accessories, gifts and cards, with a brilliant range of personalized items available to order. For a more bespoke touch, The Vintage Dove team offer a makeover service, undertaking the repainting, reupholstering and decaupaging of existing pieces of furniture.

6. Prince of Ales The trend for no fuss, no frills micro pubs has reached Rainham in the shape of the Prince of Ales. This watering hole replaces a former retail premises, with cozy proportions and a cozy atmosphere. Don’t expect whistles and bells - the emphasis is firmly on the drinking experience, with real ale served directly from the cask alongside a selection of wines, prosecco and ciders. The food served is kept to traditional pub nibbles such as crisps, nuts, pork pies and scotch eggs.

7. Riverside Country Park Riverside Country Park is a large coastal park situated alongside the River Medway estuary between Gillingham and Rainham. The park covers approximately 247 acres, includes Motney Hill and Berengrave Local Nature Reserve, and features a variety of natural habitats including mudflats, salt marsh, ponds, reed-beds, grassland and scrub. It’s a haven for wildlife and the estuary environment has special protection as part of the Medway Marshes Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

8. Nutmegs Patisserie If you prefer your cake and coffee from an independent café and not a chain, Nutmegs is a must visit. The patisserie is renowned for its afternoon tea – with options for vegetarians, vegans and those following dairy or gluten free diets. Expect mini quiches, specialty sandwiches, choux pastry creations, scones with clotted cream and jam, classic French pastries and mini cakes. The Nutmegs team also make exquisite special occasion and wedding cakes for those impressed with their in-café experience. Breakfast, brunch and lunch also served if you’re all caked out.

5. The Vintage Dove The Vintage Dove specialises in French shabby chic style furniture, crammed with one off and unique items from around the country. As well as furniture, the attractive store is

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Photos with thanks to fatcrowphotography.com, the University of Kent and Medway Council

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welcome to rainham

Darland Farm Yard, Pear Tree Lane

A stunning unique development of three high specification luxury homes set in a private picturesque setting in Darland.

• Available off plan • Due for completion early 2018 • Very rare opportunity to purchase in such a location • Overlooking Darland Banks • New build warranty • High specification • EPC Rating - Awaiting

Guide £725,000 - £900,000 Freehold Pay a visit to our High Street branch and we’ll explain how we’ve been helping stressed-out city workers escape to our semi-rural town.

Rainham retains its country charm yet offers quick links into London – delivering commuters by rail into the capital in under an hour.

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Chatham Marina

Maidstone Town Centre

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Areas Covered: Rainham, Bredhurst, Darland, Gillingham, Hartlip, Hempstead, Lower Halstow, Newington, Parkwood, Twydall, Upchurch, Wigmore 8

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Lee Franklin - Branch Manager

01634 263000 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Russett Farm, Rainham Offers over £325,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

Pump Lane, Rainham EPC Rating - C

Elmfield, Gillingham Guide £260,000 - £280,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - D

Shakespeare Road, Gillingham EPC Rating - D

Grassy Glade, Hempstead Offers over £380,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 3

Offers over £290,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Offers over £220,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - C

Sturdee Avenue, Gillingham EPC Rating - D

Offers over £320,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

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EPC Rating - E

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W DARLAND FARMYARD GILLINGHAM, KENT ME7

Three new luxury detached homes set in a rural location with fantastic views of the picturesque Kentish countryside. High specification kitchens, under floor heating, and quality fixtures and fittings all come as standard. Expected completion is autumn 2017.

For more details or to book a viewing contact the office today - 01634 263000

Prices starting from ÂŁ725,000.

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Words of thanks Our sales figures speak for themselves but what our clients say is equally as powerful. We are extremely grateful for the kind words we receive for our service and the feedback we get from thousands of happy movers.

“Buying made simple. We purchased our house from Robinson Jackson’s Bexleyheath branch. I can honestly say they were brilliant from start to finish. They communicated well with our soliciting company, which helped and made our move go to schedule. I know some estate agents are known for not being helpful once you sell or buy through them but these guys have been great. We would recommend them to anyone looking to sell or buy. Thank you to all who helped.”

MR & MRS SADRETTIN

“Ben Harrington dealt with the sale of my property and the purchase of my new one. The recommendation of a local solicitor was most helpful, as was the complete run-down of fees and outlay.

Sue the Sales Progressor was on hand to help with any questions re: my purchase in detail for me. Both Ben and Sue did an excellent job and the other staff at Welling were very supportive.”

MS BLYTHE

MRS LOCKWOOD

After being on the market 2 months with an internet agent, it became very clear that we had been let down. The pictures were mediocre, the board took almost 3 weeks to go up and we only received 2 viewings; which we never got feedback for. We decided to contact Robinson Michael & Jackson and it was the best thing we could have done - we sold in less than a week. It goes to show that you get what you pay for.

MISS VIOLET

For more reviews from our clients visit robinson-jackson.com

“I wasn’t ‘just another customer’. I felt ‘included’ in the process, which was made easier by all the helpful and well informed staff at Swanley. I was allocated a desk based officer who liaised with me right up until the sale day and helped me when I had any questions.”

“A happy, helpful and friendly service.

They explained clearly all procedures and processes at every stage. They also chased my solicitors on outstanding information when purchasing my property.”

MS MORARJI

“The team in Chatham worked really hard for us, to help us buy the property we fell in love with and to sell our other house, which took just 3 months from viewing to moving.”

MS UPTON

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welcome to belvedere

Stapleton Road, Bexleyheath

Located in the ever popular ‘Pantiles’ area, is this spacious extended four bedroom Feakes & Richards home, which is within walking distance of local shops and Bexleyheath train station.

• Four bedrooms • 27’3 x 11’10 Through Lounge • Sought after location• Garage • Off road parking • A must view • EPC Rating - E

Offers over £470,000 Freehold Nuxley Village is at the heart of Belvedere and that’s where you’ll find the Robinson Jackson office. Belvedere retains a friendly atmosphere and is popular with first-time buyers and families. The swing park at the top of the village is perfect for the summer if you have children, while the pubs provide excellent food and entertainment.

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M25 Junction 2

Bluewater

London by train

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Jack Glyde - Branch Partner

01322 441010 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

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Harold Avenue, Belvedere OIEO £355,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Milford Close, Abbey Wood EPC Rating - D

Church Manor Way, Abbey Wood OIEO £390,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

OIEO £200,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - D

Fairmont Close, Upper Belvedere EPC Rating - G

Clovelly Road, Bexleyheath

Guide £230,000 - £250,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 1 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - C

Eardley Road, Belvedere

EPC Rating - Awaiting OIEO £360,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

OIEO £385,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

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EPC Rating - E

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welcome to bexley village

Wansunt Road, Bexley

Located in one of Bexley most desirable roads is this remarkable home which has undergone an impressive redevelopment program by the current owners, offering a spacious and luxurious standard of living.

• Two reception rooms • Underfloor heating throughout • Luxury kitchen with granite worktops • Light and airy open plan living space • Feature bi-fold doors to the rear garden • EPC Rating - D

Guide £1,000,000 - £1,250,000 Freehold Bexley is one of the most-sought after locations within the borough, with Bexley Village a thriving and unique part of the local make-up. Boutiques, independent shops and a buzzing social scene make Bexley a vibrant place to live and work. Its own mainline train station and walking distance to two of the borough’s grammar schools make Bexley a popular choice.

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Bexleyheath Broadway

Bluewater

London by train

Areas Covered: Bexley Village, Bexley, Blendon, Baldwyns Park, Coldblow,

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Kevin Wooder - Managing Partner

01322 559900 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Summerhouse Drive, Joydens Wood

The Coppice, Bexley Guide £875,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - C

OIEO £675,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

The Firs, Bexley Guide £575,000 - £600,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

Parkway, Bexley EPC Rating - D

Vicarage Road, Bexley Village Guide £425,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - F

Guide £525,000 - £550,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - D

Knoll Road, Bexley Village EPC Rating - D

Guide £825,000 - £850,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

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welcome to bexleyheath

Lyndhurst Road, Barnehurst

Very rare to the market set on an amazing corner plot is this four double bedroom semi detached family home. The property has three reception rooms and ample parking for several cars.

• Great frontage • Large conservatory • Kitchen/breakfast room • Superb living space • En-suite • Close to station• Barnehurst schools nearby • EPC Rating - awaiting

Guide £580,000 - £620,000 Freehold Bexleyheath is probably one of Kent’s most versatile commuter towns, with frequent rail services to mainline London stations, favoured by city workers. We are based on the Broadway, which is a very popular shopping destination - where you’ll find The Mall and other major high street outlets.

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Bluewater

M25 Junction 2

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Areas Covered: Bexleyheath, Barnehurst, Bexley, Crayford

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Neil Smith - Branch Manager

020 8298 7000 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Veroan Road, Bexleyheath

Woolwich Road, Bexleyheath

EPC Rating - Awaiting OIEO £430,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Brampton Road, Bexleyheath Guide £595,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 5 Receptions: 3 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - D

Pickford Close, Bexleyheath EPC Rating - E

Hansol Road, Bexleyheath Guide £485,000 - £533,500 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

Guide £365,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - Awaiting Guide £515,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

Chessington Avenue, Bexleyheath EPC Rating - E

EPC Rating - Awaiting Guide £450,000 - £465,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

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compare the market If you’re pondering the online vs High Street agent options, it’s essential to compare a company’s reputation and their motivation for selling your home. In the present local market conditions, homeowners are finding they are more reliant than ever on the advice provided by their chosen agent. In this feature, Simon Woodcock discusses the merits of meeting several agents before committing yourself.

apart because they are not proactively monitored by the agent.

Sadly, there’s sometimes a big sting in the tail too - a bill from the online agent or a finance firm even if the company hasn’t sold your property.

The traditional method of inviting three agents into your property to provide a valuation should still be your first step to selling.

Today, however, prime-time adverts are blinkering people and distracting them away from this logical process. On average,

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people move every seven years and over this period the industry

comparison website, ‘compare the market’

has changed massively, so comparing agents like-for-like has

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months of frustration, with buyers pulling out or chains falling

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is a fundamental action when choosing

never been more important.

any product or service – it’s essential to

Meeting agents face-to-face is a great way of assessing the

assess the options, narrow down a shortlist,

services offered and their experience of the local market. It

then choose the company you trust most

gives you the chance to look an agent in the eye and really

to get the job done. I would urge the same

probe them about their reputation in the local area and historic

approach when selling your home and compare

track record. Important questions to ask all the agents you

agents on a like-for-like basis. Look beyond the persuasive nature

consider include; who will be your dedicated point-of-contact

of a 30 second TV commercial and ask yourself; will they offer

throughout the sales process up to completion, do they know

the best advice and find me the best buyer (not necessarily the

what’s selling in your area and how will they sell your property?

one offering the most), am I happy to enter in to a four month

Most importantly, how will they find ‘the best buyer’ and manage

relationship with them and, ultimately, will they help me move?

any related property chain, so you can sell and move forward

Recent advertising industry intervention and a TV expose have

with your plans?

dogged online agents, leaving the public questioning whether

We hear time and time again that the supposed ‘local property

they are as effective (even trustworthy) as they first appear. The

expert’ sent by an online agent has travelled for miles to

number of complaints to the BBC were of such volume that one

value the property, knows little about the area and will usually

online agent was featured as the opening story on consumer

have nothing to do with the transaction after the valuation is

series Watchdog. The screening was shortly followed by an

concluded. From that point on you could be on your own with

article by consumer champion Which?, highlighting how the

limited or no professional support. You may be responsible for

Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has repeatedly intervened

your property’s online presentation, the organisation of viewings,

with regards to figures used in advertising by online agents.

negotiation of the price, and the liaison between solicitors,

The above illustrates how important it is to be cautious of catchy

mortgage providers and possibly other connected properties

TV commercials and not to dismiss High Street agents out of

within a chain. Your contact details are also likely to be provided

hand. Keep your options open, invite High Street agents to

to any buyer, so you could be receiving calls morning, noon

value your property and make a judgement only once you’re

and night – calls that would normally be fielded by a High Street

comfortable with the pros and cons presented by both parties.

agent. With so much riding on a successful sale - perhaps you’re

Our advice is free, so there’s nothing to lose. Meeting an agent

moving for a new job or for a school place - this DIY approach

in person is especially important given that selling a property

doesn’t always give comfort to the homeowner.

is a legal transaction and the staff are dealing with your most

Do your own comparisons - speak to other people about

valuable asset.

their experiences, search for the respective online agents on

As Watchdog uncovered, the online or so called hybrid service

Facebook, see what the public are saying - you’ll find a balanced

you sign up for may not always be the service you expected.

view. There are very few products or services that we’d buy

The fall out is evident across The Robinson Jackson Group - we’re

without comparing and researching first - selling your property

helping many sellers who have been let down by an online

should be no different. Invite a local branch from The Robinson

service. Sellers turn to us after being unsuccessful with an online

Jackson Group to your property and hear what we have to say,

company, with their property still for sale or falling through after

that’s all we ask.

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welcome to catford

Allerford Road, Catford

Well-presented semi detached family home offering spacious accommodation throughout. Three bedrooms, two reception rooms, modern fitted kitchen and bathroom, 60ft app rear garden and parking.

• Semi detached • Three bedrooms • Two reception rooms • Off street parking • 60ft rear garden • Good order throughout • EPC Rating - D

Guide £525,000 - £550,000 Freehold With great links into the West End and central London, Catford is currently attracting lots of interest from London commuters and investors who are seeking more for their money. There’s a cosmopolitan feel to the town and some great period properties at attractive prices.

Our office is located on Rushey Green, right in the heart of the town.

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Scott Fletcher - Branch Manager

020 8698 1234 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Arran Road, Catford Guide £780,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Balloch Road, Catford EPC Rating - D

Oakview Road, Catford OIEO £400,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

OIEO £325,000 Share of Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - E

Ardgowan Road, Catford EPC Rating - D

Guide £600,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - E

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Inchmery Road, Catford Guide £415,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Brownhill Road, Catford EPC Rating - D

OIEO £355,000 Share of Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

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welcome to chatham

Maidstone Road, Chatham

This stunning, detached family home has to be seen to be fully appreciated. Extended & decorated by the current owners to a very high standard with no expense spared. A very versatile layout.

OIEO £750,000 Freehold

• Versatile living room accommodation • Presented to a very high standard • Swimming pool • In and out driveway to the front • Downstairs shower room • Secluded garden • No forward chain • Personal interest of RMJ • EPC Rating - D

If you’re thinking of moving to Medway, Chatham and neighbouring Rochester are really good places to start. The area is a hit with first-time buyers and there’s plenty of homes to choose from - from brand new waterside flats through to period conversions. Call into our town centre office to find out what’s for sale in your budget.

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Ebbsfleet International

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Areas Covered: Chatham, Borstal, Brompton, Rochester, St Marys Island,

Wouldham

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Mark Franklin - Branch Manager

01634 880888 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

SOLD

Teal Drive, St. Marys Island OIEO £319,995 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

Elliotts Way, Horsted Park EPC Rating - C

Guide £450,000 - £500,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - B

SOLD

High Street, Wouldham Guide £450,000 - £475,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

New Road, Rochester EPC Rating - D

OIEO £200,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - D

SOLD

Hamond Hill, Chatham Guide £450,000 - £470,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 5 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 3

Brier Close, Chatham EPC Rating - C

OIEO £270,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

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EPC Rating - D

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welcome to dartford

Common Lane, Wilmington

Externally properties can be deceiving and internal viewing is the only way you can appreciate the layout and accommodation on offer in this five bedroom, four reception room detached family home.

Guide £1,100,000 - £1,200,000 Freehold

• Double garage with a games room above • Master bedroom with en-suite & dressing room • 5 bedrooms with 4 en-suites • 30ft kitchen dining area • Heated outdoor swimming pool area • Ideally located for Wilmingtons popular schools • popular motorway links • EPC Rating - C

Dartford is the bridge between London and Kent, with the sprawling countryside on its doorstep and great links into the capital. You’ll find our office on the one-way system running through Dartford centre, so look out for us if you’re in town enjoying the shopping or a show at the Orchard Theatre.

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Bluewater

Ebbsfleet International

London by train

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Nick Menzies - Branch Manager

01322 281281 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Darenth Road, South Dartford Guide £750,000 - £775,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 3 Bathrooms: 2

Halcrow Avenue, Dartford EPC Rating - E

Alan Close, Dartford Guide £160,000 - £180,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Guide £320,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - B

Jepson Drive, Dartford EPC Rating - D

Guide £375,000 - £400,000 To be advised Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - C

SOLD

Kirby Road, Stone Guide £260,000 - £280,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Leyton Cross Road, Wilmington EPC Rating - D

OIEO £600,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 6 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 3

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EPC Rating - D

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welcome to Eltham

Archery Road, Eltham

Situated in the heart of Eltham, this beautifully presented four bedroom house makes an ideal family home and is presented to the market without the complication of an onward chain.

• Four bedroom house • Two reception rooms • Conservatory • 85’ rear garden • Driveway • Short walk to Eltham station • EPC Rating - D

Asking Price £600,000 Freehold Our office in Eltham is always busy, with families and professional couples looking to the town for good commuter links without the southwest London price tag. We have everything from keenly priced ex-local authority homes to the grandest of Victorian houses, with the Eltham Park and Progress estates in high demand.

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Eltham Palace

O2 Arena

M25 Junction 2

London by train

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Brian Pitzey - Branch Partner

020 8859 9600 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

SOLD

The Vista, Eltham Guide £375,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Bexley Road, Eltham EPC Rating - D

Castlewood Drive, Eltham Guide £425,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - D

Carters Hill Close, Mottingham EPC Rating - D

Woodington Close, Eltham Guide £285,000 Share of Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Guide £700,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Guide £300,000 Share of Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - C

William Barefoot Drive, Mottingham EPC Rating - D

Asking Price £350,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

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EPC Rating - D

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THAMESMEAD

Lewisham:

ABBEY WOOD

a town described in The Evening

Standard as a‘next most desirable’ market undergoing a ‘remarkable transformation’. Some properties have

WOOLWICH

grown in value to the tune of 80% over the last 5 years CHARLTON

(Savills). For a selection of properties view page 32

BELVEDERE

PLUMSTEAD

NEW CROSS

SHOOTERS HILL

WELLING

LEWISHAM

BEXLEYHEATH

EAST DULWICH

BLACKFEN

ELTHAM CATFORD NEW ELTHAM

Bexley: a borough very much in the

SYDENHAM

‘one to watch’ band, with The Evening Standard listing it SIDCUP as a key area in the

Sydenham/Penge:

‘rise of South London’ category. Expect The

Metro’s

the lure of grammar schools to keep buyers

‘top 10 first-time buyer hot spots’ featured both

CHISLEHURST interested.

For a selection of properties view

Sydenham and Penge as affordable places to buy

page 14

yet where there’s still emphasis on ‘location, location, BROMLEY

location’. For a selection of properties view page 58

ST PAULS CRAY

PETTS WOOD

#trendingnow

ST MARY CRAY

CROFTON

WEST WICKHAM

ORPINGTON

Headline-making ‘hot property’ GREEN STREET GREEN

FARNBOROUGH CHELSFIELD

In the last six months we have seen South East London

journalists can’t get enough of places such as Abbey Wood,

and Kent make the press for all the right reasons. In

Plumstead, Swanley and Gravesend.

fact, we’d say our areas are #trendingnow – meaning

“We’re regularly contacted by newspapers

they’re hot topics of conversation, appearing in print

such as The Evening Standard and The Metro

and across social media. Here’s why The Robinson

for local area comment and properties for sale,” says Jack Glyde, the Branch Partner

Jackson Group is the ‘go to’ agent for journalists.

at Robinson Jackson Belvedere. “Journalists

It was only a matter of time before property journalists

know we have the area knowledge and the

started expressing an interest in South East London and Kent.

best selection of homes to give their features accuracy and

Swathes of regeneration, improving public transport links and

interest. Intensity is really picking up ahead of Crossrail’s

affordable house prices are extremely eye-catching, and

opening in 2018, with stations at nearby Woolwich and Abbey

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KNOCKHOLT

hot property

Woolwich: listed in The Evening Standard’s ‘London’s 5 most affordable boroughs to upsize from first flat to family home’ list, Woolwich was described as ‘undergoing huge regeneration’ and ‘up and coming’. This was quickly followed up by a City AM article linking great capital growth with the homes in Woolwich, thanks to its river taxi service.

For a selection of properties view page 42 GRAYS

Plumstead: this South East London hotspot was the subject of a ‘spotlight on’ feature in The Evening Standard. Two full pages were devoted to the town, citing its proximity to Crossrail and NORTH’ HEATH

BARNEHURST

ability to ‘self regenerate’ as winning factors. For a selection of properties view page 42

Abbey Wood: Crossrail is coming and so are savvy property buyers. The Evening Standard tipped Abbey Wood as a place to buy now before ‘the skips move in’ and regeneration really takes hold. The Metro also got in on the act by devoting a recent ‘Neighbourhood Watch’ feature to Abbey Wood, claiming the town is ‘about to hit the big time’. For a selection of properties view page 12 GREENHITHE SWANSCOMBE DARTFORD

GRAVESEND

BEXLEY

Gravesend:

The Evening Standard recently

told South Londoners leaving the capital what

DARENTH

towns to pick from for ‘fast trains and good grammar schools’. The journalist said Gravesend ‘ticks nearly every box’ with ‘affordable high-quality housing stock’.

For a selection of properties view page 30 LONGFIELD SWANLEY

Swanley: The Express newspaper ran an article on the top 10 towns for commuting into London and number 1 on the list was Swanley, thanks to its 29 minute journey into the capital. The research took into account house prices, cost of commute, commute time

MEOPHAM

and overall life satisfaction. For a selection of properties view page 52

Wood. Everyone is clamoring for a property within close

Medway and Gravesham towns in their articles,” adds

proximity ahead of the line’s opening. As soon as we make

Andy Plaistowe, the Senior Branch Manager

a comment on the local market or one of our properties

at Robinson Michael & Jackson Gravesend.

appears in a newspaper, our phones ring,” adds Jack. “More

“There

have

been

some

‘light

bulb’

often than not, the person is from out of the area – from North

moments for journalists and buyers, who are

or South West London, for example – astounded by how far

discovering that a commute to London of less

their budget will stretch in places like Belvedere.”

than an hour can be combined with beautiful

Affordability and commuter-ability are also driving the surge in Kent interest, with fast rail links and grammar schools attracting home movers. “Since the opening of the high

yet affordable properties, a countryside setting and super schooling. It’s no wonder we’re being called upon as ‘trusted property experts’ almost every day,” concludes Andy.

speed line to St Pancras, property writers are including Swale,

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welcome to Gravesend

Chalky Bank, Gravesend

This extended four bedroom detached house has been completely transformed by the current owners in the last few years and is a must view if you want modern living to its maximum.

• 24’ kitchen/family room • Double glazing • Gas Central Heating • Immaculate Decor • Decked Rear Garden • Backs on to golf course • Viewing recommended • EPC Rating - Awaiting

OIEO £575,000 Freehold The high speed rail line to St. Pancras has transformed how people view Gravesend. Our office has seen a surge in buyers registering to take advantage of the super-fast 24-minute journey time to London. Luckily we have everything from starter homes to executive properties in our town.

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Bluewater

M25 Junction 2

London by train

Areas Covered: Gravesend, Chalk, Cobham, Coldharbour, Denton, Hever Court Farm, Higham, Istead Rise, Meopham, Northfleet, Pepper Hill 30

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Andy Plaistowe - Senior Branch Manager

01474 333111 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Hadley Close, Meopham OIEO £650,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

Burdett Avenue, Lower Shorne EPC Rating - D

Lanes Avenue, Northfleet OIEO £350,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - D

Brakefield Road, Southfleet EPC Rating - C

The Sandpipers, Gravesend Guide £375,000 - £400,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

Guide £525,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

OIEO £550,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - C

Milroy Avenue, Northfleet EPC Rating - C

Guide £375,000 - £400,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 5 Receptions: 3 Bathrooms: 2

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welcome to Lewisham

Alwold Crescent, Lee

This three bedroom extended terraced house in a popular residential area that is well placed for Lee station, bus routes and local shops.

• Three bedrooms house • Upstairs en-suite • Large lounge • Double glazing and gas central heating • Extended to rear • Downstairs bathroom • Front and rear gardens • EPC Rating - Awaiting

Asking £375,000 Freehold If you’re looking for vibrancy, look no further than Lewisham. We still have a thriving market, as well as an indoor shopping centre, and the traders’ banter is infectious. The area offers fabulous opportunities for first-time buyers, families, investors and landlords. Lewisham benefits from a superb overground rail service and a DLR station.

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Blackheath

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London by train

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Dan Catley - Branch Manager

020 8297 8777 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Ermine Road, Lewisham Guide £600,000 - £650,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Lee High Road, Lewisham EPC Rating - D

Pascoe Road, Hither Green Guide £575,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - C

Belmont Hill, Lewisham EPC Rating - D

Siebert Road, Blackheath Offers over £550,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Guide £275,000 - £300,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 1 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Guide £280,000 - £310,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 1 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - D

Slaithwaite Road, Lewisham EPC Rating - D

Asking £335,000 Share of Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

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welcome to New Cross

Greenacre Square, Surrey Quays

Robinson-Jackson is pleased to offer for sale this spacious and very well presented freehold house in the heart of Surrey Quays.

• Chain Free • Three double bedrooms • Two bathrooms • Open plan living • Close to the station • Close to amenities • Allocated parking space • EPC Rating - C

Guide £799,999 Freehold New Cross has been described as ‘the Shoreditch of the south’ and we have been quick to realise the area’s potential. A cosmopolitan culture and diverse selection of restaurants gives SE14 and the surrounding area an exciting vibe. Our stunning new branch is dedicated to offering buyers, sellers, tenants and landlords the very best experience.

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Bluewater

O2 Arena

New Cross to Cannon Street

Areas Covered: New Cross, Old Kent Road, Nunhead, Brockley, Peckham, Bermondsey, Elephant & Castle, Telegraph Hill, Tanners Hill, Camberwell, Dulwich, St Johns, Rotherhithe, Walworth, Deptford, Herne Hill, Brixton, Vauxhall, Stockwell, Kennington 34

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Mark Audino - Branch Partner

020 7647 7711 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Christopher Court, New Cross Offers over £385,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 1 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Tarragon Close, New Cross EPC Rating - D

Rotherhithe Street, Surrey Quays Asking £650,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - D

Osprey House, Pelican Hill EPC Rating - C

Hatcham Park Mews, New Cross Asking £525,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Asking £540,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Guide £430,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - C

Dog Kennel Hill, East Dulwich EPC Rating - C

Guide £300,000 - £320,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 1 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

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all part of the service For 50 years Robinson Jackson has been offering expert selling & letting advice in South East London & Kent.

To complement our professional staff, here are some of our services that will move you.

1. Sales progression Once you have accepted an offer for your property, you can expect the process to be managed professionally.

Every branch within The Robinson Jackson Group has an exclusive Sales Progressor service dedicated to moving your transaction towards completion within your time scale. A Sales Progressor will be on hand to guide you through every aspect of selling your property, as well as chasing solicitors, lenders and others in your chain.

2. In-branch mortgage advice Every single one of our branches has direct access to an independent mortgage advisor and a meeting with one of our financial experts should be an essential part of your plans. Our mortgage advisors have access to the best deals on the market, even presenting products that aren’t available from High Street lenders. Our mortgage advisors also qualify potential purchasers, giving sellers peace of mind that any buyer put forward is in a sound position to proceed financially.

2D and 3D floor plans, colour brochures and even virtual property tours bring a property to life. Our presentation will deliver maximum impact to the marketing of your home in order to obtain the best price.

6. Reliable conveyancing An experienced conveyancing solicitor will aid your sale.

To make the process as straightforward as possible we will introduce you to Cook Taylor Woodhouse. CTW are one of the top 10 law firms in the country. The conveyancing teams at CTW have close working relationships with our Sales Progressors to ensure the legalities of selling your property are speedily covered and don’t hinder your transaction.

7. Professional photography We believe that presenting your home to its fullest potential gives a distinct advantage so our photography service and 360 tours are available on every property we sell. A professional photographer will visit your home and take stunning photographs for use in our innovative marketing.

8. Online & property portals We advertise all our properties for sale and to rent on Rightmove and Zoopla, plus 500 related websites. Our own website has been designed to make searching as buyerfriendly as possible. And with over 60% of all searches now made by mobiles, buyers can now request a viewing any time anywhere 24/7.

9. Tailor made lettings services

3. No Sale, No Fee The ‘no sale, no fee’ policy offered by High Street estate agents can be overlooked by homeowners when evaluating their choice of agent. Other agents - particularly online - may charge an upfront or deferred listing fee and you’ll be legally liable for payment, even if your property is not sold. This also applies if, for whatever reason, you decide not to sell your property.

Property is one of today’s most attractive investment options and it isn’t exclusive to the elite. To make letting simple, we have compiled a team of sales, lettings and property management experts who are dedicated to helping landlords - from first timers to portfolio investors. We tailor our lettings services to suit your circumstances. Our personal service is used by landlords looking for a trusted buy-to-let partner.

4. Available 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week All of our branches are open until late seven days a week, including Sundays and Bank Holidays. You can be assured that we will never miss a lead for your property and are always on hand to offer the best possible advice.

Are you a landlord or first time investor?

5. Presenting your property

If you’d like to know more about our investor services, contact our lettings experts today.

Buying a new home is a very visual experience so we place great emphasis on the way we display our properties. Our

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welcome to north heath

Rainbow Road, Slade Green

We are pleased to present this 2014 built stunning family home located on the ever popular “Ratio” development with all the modern essentials on offer.

Guide £450,000 - £475,000 Freehold

• 16’8 x 10’8 Lounge with balcony • 16’6 x 11’9 fitted kitchen • Solar photovoltaics • Ground floor cloakroom & family bathroom • 4 spacious bedrooms 2 with en suites • 15’ x 9’ Garage & allocated parking • EPC Rating - B

North Heath is one of Kent’s best kept secrets. It’s a town with a real village atmosphere yet located a short commute from the West End. Residents really support the local shops and suppliers here, so if you like a tight-knit community you’ll feel very welcome. There’s an abundance of Victorian houses, 1930s semis and popular ‘Vickers’ style homes.

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Barnehurst Golf Course

Bexleyheath Broadway

M25 Junction 2

London by train

Areas Covered: Northumberland Heath, Barnehurst, Erith, Lesney Park,

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Garry Hazell - Branch Partner

01322 340000 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Shearwood Crescent, Crayford Guide £180,000 - £200,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 1 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Parkspring Court, Erith EPC Rating - C

From £250,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

Colyers Lane, North Heath From £350,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Park Crescent, Erith EPC Rating - D

Alford Road, Erith Guide £310,000 - £330,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - B

Guide £400,000 - £420,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - D

Crescent Road, Erith EPC Rating - D

Guide £280,000 - £300,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

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EPC Rating - E

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welcome to orpington

Athelstan Way, Orpington

An attractive four bedroom detached house situated on the popular Walsingham gate development. The property enjoys one of the largest plots and offers substantial sized family sized accommodation.

• Ground floor cloakroom • One of the largest plots • Bespoke kitchen/breakfast room • Quality fittings • Established landscaped garden • Double garage & driveway • EPC Rating - C

Guide £700,000 - £725,000 Freehold Orpington has a semi-rural feel, despite its busy High Street and shopping centre. Fantastic schools and facilities make it a hit with families and the M25 is minutes away, with direct links to Sevenoaks by rail. We’d be happy to talk you through the local property market come and see us in our High Street branch.

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Orpington to London Bridge

St Mary Cray toVictoria

Orpington to Charing Cross

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John Speer - Branch Partner

01689 833322 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

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Hillcrest Road, South Orpington Guide £500,000 - £525,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

Stanton Close, Orpington EPC Rating - D

OIEO £230,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 1 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Aynscombe Angle, Orpington Guide £392,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Avalon Road, Orpington EPC Rating - D

Branston Crescent, Petts Wood Guide £560,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - C

OIEO £485,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - C

Tubbenden Lane, South Orpington EPC Rating - F

Guide £475,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

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EPC Rating - D

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welcome to plumstead

SOLD

Bramblebury Road, Plumstead

A truly stunning three/four bedroom, three story period style family home offering versatile accommodation. Conveniently located for local amenities, Plumstead and Woolwich mainline stations.

• 13ft Lounge • Newly Fitted Modern Kitchen • Newly fitted modern four piece family bathroom • Study/play area • Double glazing & central heating • Chain Free • EPC Rating - Awaiting

Guide £449,995 Freehold Plumstead has a little bit of everything: wide open spaces, beautiful Victorian houses, multi-cultural neighbourhoods and good schools.

We’ve recently benefitted from the Crossrail extension that will run from Woolwich and is due to open in 2018, adding even more commuter choices.

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Woolwich Arsenal station

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Tony Murray - Branch Manager

020 8317 4111 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Speranza Street, Plumstead POA Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

Murray Close, Thamesmead EPC Rating - C

Guide £249,995 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - C

SOLD

Basildon Road, Abbey Wood Guide £350,000 - £370,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Kirkham Street, Plumstead EPC Rating - E

EPC Rating - Awaiting Guide £380,000 - £400,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

SOLD

Crescent Road, Woolwich Guide £240,000 - £250,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 1 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Tormount Road, Plumstead EPC Rating - E

EPC Rating - Awaiting Guide £380,000 - £400,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

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welcome to sidcup

Harman Drive, Sidcup

An immaculate three bedroom semi-detached family home located on this sought after road.

Within easy access of Days Lane and Our Lady of the Rosary primary schools. View today as it will sell.

• Extended semi-detached • Open plan through lounge • Modern kitchen & bathroom • Front & rear garden • Garage to side • off street parking • Double glazed • central heating • EPC Rating - D

Guide £425,000 Freehold Sidcup is a great place to live, offering high street shopping and a wide variety of property; from starter homes for first-time buyers to large detached houses. Within the Sidcup district is Blackfen which includes a nice mix family run shops. Drop into our corner office on Wellington Parade for the latest properties for sale.

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Andy Greene - Branch Manager

020 8298 0500 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Blenheim Road, Sidcup OIEO £675,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

Sherwood Park Avenue, Sidcup EPC Rating - D

Harland Avenue, Sidcup OIEO £525,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - B

Old Farm Avenue, Sidcup EPC Rating - E

Beverley Avenue, Sidcup OIEO £445,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Guide £410,000 - £420,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

OIEO £580,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - E

Ramillies Road, Sidcup EPC Rating - E

Asking £585,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

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EPC Rating - C

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streets ahead

Forget formal dining, the latest food sensations are happing on the street. In this issue we’ve taken our influences from the street food markets and pop up stalls that are cropping up across the South East.

slow roast shredded duck tacos Serves: 4-6

prep: 20 mins

Method:

cook: 3 hours 40 mins

Ingredients:

1. Preheat oven to 145 °C /290°F /Gas Mark 2, with a medium steam function, if available. Place wire rack on top of a large baking tin.

2. Dry the duck skin with kitchen paper and lightly score the breast.

Place skin side up on the wire rack, over the baking tin.

• 1 duck, approx. 1.8kg in weight • Pinch of salt and pepper

• 1 large romaine lettuce, sliced • 150ml sour cream

3. Cook for 3 hours 30 mins. After 1 hour and 10 mins turn the duck over to breast-side down. After a further 1 hour and 10 mins return to breast-side up.

4. To make the sauce, heat the oil in a saucepan, add the onion and cook on a medium heat until soft (5 mins). Add the remaining sauce ingredients, stir and bring to the boil. Turn heat down and simmer for 20 minutes. After, turn off heat and leave to cool slightly before blending using a stick blender.

5. Once the duck has cooked for 3 hours 30 minutes, remove from the oven and brush with 3-4 tbsp of the plum sauce. Return to oven and cook for a further 10 mins.

6. Remove and rest for 10 minutes before shredding the meat using two forks.

7. Fill the tortillas with duck, onion, tomatoes and lettuce. Drizzle with sour cream and plum sauce, and garnish with the coriander.

• Small bunch fresh coriander, roughly torn

Recipe with thanks to Nicky Corbishley and NEFF Slide&Hide®, neffslideandhide.co.uk

Plum & ginger sauce: • 1 tbsp vegtable oil • 1 red onion, peeled & chopped • 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, peeled & chopped finely • 4 cloves garlic, peeled & minced • 8 large ripe plums, de-stoned & cut into small pieces (skin on) • 6 tbsp soy sauce • 4 tbsp honey • 2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce • 1 tbsp chinese rice wine vinegar

Tacos: • 8 corn tortillas, warmed just before serving • 1 red onion, peeled & finely sliced • 12 baby tomatoes

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crab cakes with pineapple serves: 4

prep: 20 mins

steak & shallot black bean tostadas cook:6 mins

serves: 4

prep: 10 mins plus overnight

cook: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound fresh crabmeat or 2 (6 oz) cans crabmeat, drained • 1/2 cup fresh whole wheat breadcrumbs • 1 egg, beaten • 2 green onions, chopped • 2 tbsp non-fat mayonnaise • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley • 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce • Dash hot pepper • Black pepper, to taste

• 400g skirt steak • Bart ingredients Chipotle rub • 3 tsp oil • 1 ½ limes • 8 shallots • 6 cloves • ¼ tsp chilli flakes • 2 x 390g tinned black beans, drained • 8 corn tostados • sour cream and coriander

Salsa Ingredients:

1. Marinade the steak in the fridge overnight in a mix of the Bart ingredients

• 2 cups finely diced del monte pineapple chunks • 1 cup diced red pepper • 1/2 cup chopped corriander • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion • 3 tbsp finely chopped jalapeno pepper, stemmed & seeded • 1 clove garlic, minced • Juice of 1 lime

Method: chipotle rub (reserving 1 tsp), 2tsp of oil and the juice of half a lime.

2. To make the salsa, finely slice 6 shallots, add to a separate bowl with the remaining lime juice, the cloves and chilli, cover and marinade in the fridge overnight.

3. Before cooking, bring all the marinated elements back to room temperature.

Method:

Heat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4.

1. For the crab cakes: gently stir together all the ingredients and season to

4. Heat a frying pan or griddle and cook the steak as desired. Set aside to rest.

taste with black pepper.

5. Finely dice the remaining shallots and cook in a pan for 3-4 minutes. Add the

2. Form crab mixture into 8 equal-sized patties, cover and chill for 15

beans and reserved seasoning, and heat through.

minutes.

6. Once warm, remove the bean mix from the heat and mash - taste and season.

3. Coat large non-stick skillet/pan with oil and set over medium-high heat.

7. Lay the tostados on a baking sheet and warm in the oven for 6-7 minutes until

4. Sauté crab cakes, turning once, until golden brown on both sides

crisp. Remove and keep warm.

(about 3 minutes per side).

8. Fill the tostadas with the steak and beans, topping with the shallot salsa, sour

5. For salsa, combine all in ingredients bowl; toss to blend. Season with salt

cream and coriander.

and pepper.

Recipe with thanks to www.ukshallot.com

With thanks to www.delmonteeurope.com

Serves: 4

Prep: 10-15 mins

Method:

Ingredients: • 450g tomatoes • 1 red chilli deseeded and chopped finely • 3 spring onions finely chopped • 1 clove garlic, crushed • Large bunch chopped coriander • Juice of ½ lime • 1tbs Yutaka Mirin • good pinch of salt

tomato salad salsa

crispy squid, perfectly-flipped patties plus

with the emphasis on informal eating. Expect

much more.

markets. The food is usually eaten ‘on the go’ from cartons or in central dining areas, and many street markets take place at night with pop up bars and live music.

soybean noodles.

Other places to sample street food include

Sydenham

Market

(on

the

second

Saturday of each month held between Venner Square and Queensthorpe Road),

Deptford Market Yard (open seven days a week next to Deptford train station) and

One to try is Model Market, which runs every

Royal Arsenal Street Food Market

Friday and Saturday night from 5pm at 196

Building 10, Major Draper Street in Woolwich

Lewisham High Street, with taste sensations

(every second Saturday and last Saturday of

from around the globe. Be tempted by fried

every month).

chicken, dumplings, Caribbean barbecues,

2. Serve on a bed of Ching’s

Recommends

Street food is the latest way to drink and dine,

normally served to locals at the roadside or in

1. Combine all ingredients and refrigerate for 30 mins.

ROBINSON JACKSON

Street food in the south east different catering wagons cooking up food

Refrigeration:30 mins

at

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welcome to sittingbourne

Hustlings Drive, Eastchurch

A beautifully presented large four bedroom executive detached property boasting one of the largest plots on the Kingsborough Manor development.

• Four double bedrooms • Double garage • Utility room • Ex show room • Large plot • Must be viewed • EPC Rating - C

Offers over £550,000 Freehold Sittingbourne’s popularity has soared since the opening of the high speed rail line. Since the line opened we’ve been helping more and more London commuters find a Kent home, as they can now travel by train to St. Pancras in under an hour. The area boasts good shopping facilities and fine pubs for food and live entertainment.

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M2 Junction 5

Chatham Marina

Maidstone Town Centre

London by train

Areas Covered: Sittingbourne, Bapchild, Borden, Kemsley, Isle of Sheppey, Iwade, Milton, Newington, Teynham.

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Dallas Haley - Area Partner

01795 479999 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Mountview, Sittingbourne Guide £260,000 - £280,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Copperbeech Close, Sittingbourne EPC Rating - D

Sharfleet Crescent, Iwade OIEO £275,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - C

Premier Way, Kemsley EPC Rating - C

Leigh Road, Sittingbourne OIEO £350,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

OIEO £500,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 5 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 3

Guide £165,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - C

Shortlands Road, Sittingbourne EPC Rating - C

Guide £160,000 - £180,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

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EPC Rating - D

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welcome to strood

Rede Court Road, Strood

LOOK NO FUTHER - This beautifully presented 4 bed detached house is situated just touching distance from the A2/M2. Local schools within walking distance makes this the perfect family home.

• Approx 250ft garden • Close to A2/M2 • Ample parking to front • Two Juliet balconies • Popular location • Outbuilding • EPC Rating - D

Asking £550,000 Freehold Strood is well placed in the Medway area, enjoying close proximity to Chatham and Rochester. The town has a number of coveted neighbourhoods, including Wainscott, Upnor, Cliffe and Hoo. The highspeed rail connection to St. Pancras has brought Strood to the attention of commuters, who are falling in love with the Medway way of life.

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Rochester

Chatham Marina

M25 Junction 2

London by train

Areas Covered: Strood, Allhallows, Cliffe, Cliffe Woods, Cuxton, Frindsbury, Halling, High Halstow, Higham, Hoo, Rochester, Snodland, Upnor, Wainscott 50

moving strood

Keith Bridgen - Area Manager

01634 722777 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Broomhill Elaine Avenue, Road,Strood Strood Guide £320,000 - £360,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Bogarde CromerDrive, Road,Wainscott Strood EPC Rating - C

Colewood Vidgeon Drive, Avenue, Higham Hoo Guide £725,000 - £775,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 6 Receptions: 4 Bathrooms: 4

EPC Rating - C

Berry Horace Drive, Road, Snodland Strood EPC Rating - C

London The Fields, Road, Hoo Strood POA Freehold Bedrooms: 6 Receptions: 4 Bathrooms: 6

Guide £210,000 - £230,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Guide £280,000 - £300,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - C

Benenden ConveyorRoad, Drive,Wainscott Halling EPC Rating - E

Guide £220,000 - £245,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

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EPC Rating - B

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welcome to swanley

Priory Fields, Eynsford

We are proud to present this impressive 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 reception detached family home.

Located in the sought after village of Eynsford.

Guide £775,000 - £800,000 Freehold

• Cul de sac location • Executive family home • Exclusive small development • Views over Darent Valley • Neutral decor throughout • En suite shower room • Master suite with dressing area • Good sized bedrooms • Family bathroom • Secluded rear garden • 30ft garage • Driveway to front • No forward chain • EPC Rating - D

Swanley is a bustling town known for its weekly market and semi-rural feel. Despite its Kent location, Swanley enjoys strong road and rail links with London, making it a haven for commuters. You can’t miss our branch on the High Street – pop in for a coffee and admire our newlook office.

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Swanley Park

M25 Junction 3

Bluewater

London by train

Areas Covered: Swanley, Crockenhill, Farningham, Eynsford, Hextable, Swanley Village, West Kingsdown 52

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Michelle Dean - Senior Branch Manager

01322 666444 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Squirrels Close, Swanley Guide £230,000 - £250,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

Maude Road, Hextable EPC Rating - B

Guide £595,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - D

SOLD

Fawkham Road, West Kingsdown Guide £400,000 - £425,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Beech Avenue, Swanley EPC Rating - F

Dartford Road, Farningham Guide £435,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

Guide £315,000 - £325,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - F

Old Mill Close, Eynsford EPC Rating - F

Guide £350,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

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EPC Rating - D

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welcome to swanscombe & Greenhithe

High Street, Greenhithe

We are delighted to offer this circa 1850s rarely available prestigious detached family home situated in the sought after Greenhithe Village area.

Well located for Greenhithe Station, Bluewater, A2, M25 and Ebbsfleet International.

• Unique property • Four double bedrooms • Three reception rooms • Boasting many original features • Bathroom and En-suite shower room • Full height cellar • Approx 170ft rear garden • Parking to front • EPC Rating - E

Guide £785,000 Freehold We’ve witnessed the area turn from a forgotten backwater to a thriving town, thanks to nearby Ebbsfleet International Rail station. Our improved rail links, the promise of a world-leading theme park and a garden city proposal is already stirring investor interest.

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Ebbsfleet International

Bluewater

M25 Junction 2

London by train

Paris by train

Areas Covered: Swanscombe, Ingress Park, Bean, Greenhithe, Greenhithe Village, Neptune Park, Waterstone Park, St Clement’s Lakes, Castle Hill and Worcester Park.

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Robert Browning - Branch Partner

01322 624440 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Capability Way, Ingress Park

Rosina Grove, Swanscombe

EPC Rating - Awaiting Guide £290,000 - £300,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Station Road, Greenhithe Guide £340,000 - £360,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - B

High Street, Greenhithe EPC Rating - D

Knockhall Road, Greenhithe Guide £160,000 - £170,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 1 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Guide £350,000 - £370,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

Guide £375,000 - £400,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - E

Park Lane, Greenhithe EPC Rating - F

Guide £200,000 - £220,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 1 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

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EPC Rating - B

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Banish dark corners, create a cozy ambience or just add a touch of playfulness to your home with our selection of novelty lights. Go on, trip the light fantastic!

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Heart carnival light in red, £34, Red Candy 6. White Maroq lights, £45, Cox & Cox 7. String of 10 multicoloured LED battery lights, £19.95, Dotcomgiftshop 8. Tropical fairy lights, £12, Just Mustard 9. ‘Come In We’re Open’ sign, £14.95, Dotcomgiftshop 10. Neon ‘party’ sign, £70, Locomoceanat Oxo Tower Wharf 11. Letter carnival light in red, £34 per letter, Red Candy 12.

Copper Maroq lights, £45, Cox & Cox 13. R&S initials in vanilla, £34 per letter, Red Candy 14. ‘Dream’ LED rope light, £20, Lighting Direct 15. Flamingo party lights, £14.95, Dotcomgiftshop 16. Neon font light, £279, Holloways of Ludlow

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welcome to sydenham

Longton Avenue, Sydenham

Exceptional double fronted family home set on one of Sydenham’s most prestigious roads, Longton Avenue, with spectacular views over the award winning Wells Park.

• Five bedrooms • Off street parking • 128ft Garden • Excellect transport links into Central London • Integral garage • Potential to convert the loft (subject to permissions and consents) • EPC Rating - F

Guide £1,400,000 Freehold Sydenham is a gem of an area. It enjoys close proximity to Crystal Palace and Dulwich, with a wonderful array of property for everyone – from first-time buyers to millionaires. Our office is located on the historic Cobbs Corner in an Art-Deco-style building, so we always attract attention for the homes we market.

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Crystal Palace

Blackheath

M25 Junction 3

London by train

Areas Covered: Sydenham, Anerley, Crystal Palace, East Dulwich, Forest Hill, New Beckenham, Norwood, Penge, and West Dulwich 58

moving sydenham

Robert Wright - Senior Partner

020 8776 6660 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Lescombe Close, Forest Hill Asking £700,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

Charleville Circus, Sydenham EPC Rating - D

OIEO £410,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - D

SOLD

Elderton Road, Sydenham Guide £425,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Cator Road, East Penge EPC Rating - C

Perry Rise, Forest Hill OIEO £450,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

OIEO £400,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - C

Cranston Road, Forest Hill EPC Rating - E

OIEO £850,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 5 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 3

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EPC Rating - D

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welcome to Tonbridge

Springwell Road, Tonbridge

A charming four bedroom three storey semi detached period built house set in an enviable corner position with views over Tonbridge. Ideally located for Tonbridge station and local schools.

• Ground floor cloakroom • Four bedrooms • First floor bathroom • Ensuite shower room • Front, side and rear garden areas • Private driveway • Character features & window shutters • EPC Rating - D

Guide £700,000 - £725,000 Freehold One of Kent’s prime commuter towns, Tonbridge sits between Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks. There are direct rail links to London, acres of countryside on the doorstep, excellent state and private schools, and a bustling high street. Our branch is located practically opposite the castle – drop in for moving advice seven days a week.

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Tonbridge train station

Royal TunbridgeWells

M25 Junction 5

London by train

Areas Covered: Bidborough, Capel, Golden Green, Hadlow, Hildenborough, Leigh, Paddock Wood, Penshurst, Sevenoaks, Shipbourne, Southborough, Tonbridge, Tudeley, Tunbridge Wells 60

moving tonbridge

Spencer Humble - Partner

01732 757300 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Amberley Close, Tonbridge Guide £380,000 - £400,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

Hilden Avenue, Hildenborough EPC Rating - D

Guide £570,000 - £600,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 3

EPC Rating - E

SOLD

Copse Road, Hildenborough Guide £415,000 - £435,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Garden Road, Tonbridge EPC Rating - D

Guide £450,000 - £480,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - D

SOLD

Willow Crescent, Five Oak Green Guide £365,000 - £385,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Shipbourne Road, Tonbridge EPC Rating - D

Guide £280,000 - £300,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 1

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EPC Rating - D

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welcome to walderslade

Tunbury Avenue, Chatham

A beautiful family home, that has been refurbished throughout to a very high standard, positioned in the ever popular Walderslade Village, where an abundance of amenities are a short distance away.

• Detached double garage • 6 bedrooms • Conservatory • Driveway • Modern throughout • Close to M2 and motorway links • EPC Rating - C

Guide £460,000 - £490,000 Freehold Walderslade attracts a variety of people as the property stock is so diverse. There is a mix of flats, maisonettes and starter homes through to traditional family homes and bungalows. The central village square offers local shops and you’re never too far from a good pub or restaurant.

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Bluebell Hill

Rochester

M25 Junction 2

London by train

Areas Covered: Walderslade, Aylesford, Burham, Bluebell Hill, Davis Estate, Eccles, Lords Wood, Pokin Wood, Princes Park, Walderslade Bottom, Maidstone 62

moving walderslade

Ennio Gonnella - Branch Manager

01634 868000 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

SOLD

Peacock Rise, Walderslade Guide £445,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 3 Bathrooms: 4

Old Tovil Road, Maidstone EPC Rating - D

Guide £130,000 - £150,000 Leasehold Bedrooms: 1 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Podkin Wood, Walderslade Woods OIEO £600,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 3

Earl Close, Chatham EPC Rating - D

Woodbury Road, Chatham Guide £260,000 - £280,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - C

Guide £284,000 - £312,400 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - D

Thistlebank, Chatham EPC Rating - D

Guide £375,000 - £425,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 3 Bathrooms: 2

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EPC Rating - C

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welcome to welling

Hill View Drive, Welling

Situated on the exclusive ‘The Brackens’ development is this stunning four bedroom executive detached house, which is positioned on a generous and larger than average plot.

• 27’ open plan kitchen/diner/family room • Ground floor cloakroom and utility room • En-suite shower room • First floor family bathroom with separate shower • Solar panels • Generous plot with 48’ rear and 25’ side gardens • 70’ block paved driveway • EPC Rating - A

Asking £650,000 Freehold Welling is in the Bexley borough - home of four great grammar schools - so the area proves popular with families looking to move here for the good schooling. Sprawling Danson Park is on the doorstep, and the rail links to London keep even the most time-pressed commuter happy.

Car-users have the A2/M25 close by.

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Danson Park

Bexleyheath Broadway

M25 Junction 2

London by train

Areas Covered: Welling, Falconwood, Abbey Wood

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Ben Harrington - Branch Partner

020 8303 5213 We are available 8am to 8pm, even on Sundays

Woodbrook Road, Abbey Wood

Belmont Avenue, South Welling Asking £539,995 Freehold Bedrooms: 5 Receptions: 2 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - E

St. Johns Road, South Welling Asking £499,995 Freehold Bedrooms: 4 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 2

EPC Rating - D

Granville Road, Welling EPC Rating - D

Sandringham Drive, Welling Asking £474,995 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Asking £365,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

Asking £361,995 Freehold Bedrooms: 2 Receptions: 1 Bathrooms: 1

EPC Rating - E

Totnes Road, Welling EPC Rating - D

Asking £475,000 Freehold Bedrooms: 3 Receptions: 3 Bathrooms: 1

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EPC Rating - E

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