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Making history The Capital is never short on a story or two, but the future is looking just as exciting as the past – welcome to the latest issue of London Property Matters
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ere we pay homage to the rich history that continues to define our city today. On page 32 we journey through the transformation of Sydenham from rural farmland to holiday destination for wealthy Londoners to the thriving south east hot spot it is today. We also look at a more recent example of regeneration in Dagenham. Once the birthplace of many iconic Ford cars, the area is now undergoing huge change and we are delighted to be part of it, working with Simple Life London to bring the stunning Beam Park development to market (page 40). We also explore one of the most divisive subjects contested across our fine city (no, I’m not talking about Brexit). It is a right of passage for all Londoners to partake in a rousing debate on the perceived pros and cons of living north or south of the river. In fact, given the passion and frequency in which this topic is debated, you may be surprised to learn this so-called ‘divide’ began way back in Roman times (page 10).
As fascinating as the past is, we must look forward and plan for the future. The London property market continues to outperform expectations with strong buyer and tenant demand, making it an ideal time to sell or let your property. You may have noticed that estate agents love to talk about transport links. Change is afoot across London with the introduction of Crossrail (due to open imminently) and the opening of new Northern Line stations at Nine Elms and Battersea Park. We explain the importance of improved transport links and the impact these additions will have on the areas they serve on page 66. Take a moment to read about our trailblazing landlords who have been on a journey to improve their EPC rating from F to B. Taking on this challenge has not only been good for their wallet, but has also meant they’ve significantly decreased their environmental footprint. We show you how it can be done on page 48. There is something here for everyone, I hope you enjoy reading this latest issue. If you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you. Please email londonpropertymatters@kfh.co.uk.
Lee Watts
KFH Founder and Managing Director
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