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Kent on a budget: Is Rochester the next affordable commuter town?

As London house prices continue to push buyers further afield, commuter towns across the South East are being reevaluated—not just for their rail links, but for lifestyle, value, and potential. One name increasingly popping up on the radar? Rochester. This historic cathedral city in Kent is beginning to look like one of the county’s most promising affordable commuter spots.

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Transforming Rural Barns Into Homes by Emily Grapes, Senior Planner, Carter Jonas

Too many planning applications follow the same frustrating path of being recommended for approval, but when considered by a planning committee, it is knocked off-course by a local ward councillor eager to please local residents and subsequently is voted down. A classic case of a policy-compliant proposal being defeated by NIMBYism.

And so, it’s a cause for celebration when the...

What Should the New Government do Support First Time Buyers? by Peter Hawley, Director of SOWN, (part of Leaders Romans Group)

During the recent general election campaign, one key point of difference in the parties’ housing policies was that the Conservative Party pledged to introduce a new Help to Buy scheme, whereas Labour proposed alternative housing policies, largely focused on social rent.

Now elected, Labour is already pushing ahead with housing initiatives including greater powers and

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Councils to be given Powers to Compulsorily Purchase Land for Affordable Homes – by Lawrence Turner, Director, Boyer

Earlier this year, the then Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) gave councils new powers to buy land more cheaply in a bid to support the delivery of more social and affordable housing. The change, which allows councils to buy land for development through compulsory purchase orders (CPOs), removes ‘hope value’ costs which otherwise benefit the profitability of the...

Top Benefits of Using Heavy-Duty Fibreglass Roofing Kits for Long-Lasting Roofs

If you’re looking for a roofing solution that offers longevity and reliability, Apex Fibreglass Roofing’s heavy-duty fibreglass roofing kits are the answer. These kits are designed to withstand harsh weather conditions, require minimal upkeep, and deliver enhanced durability, making them a go-to choice for residential and commercial properties.

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Workplace Fire Safety: Responsibilities and Best Practices for Property Owners

Fire safety is not just a legal requirement in the workplace—it’s a critical aspect of protecting both employees and business assets. Property owners and business leaders must understand who holds the responsibility for fire safety and how to implement effective measures. In this blog, experts at Midland Fire Security Services explore the key roles, essential fire safety solutions, and the...

Local Brough housebuilder shares tips to sell your home and move before Christmas

For those who are looking to move into a new home before Christmas, local housebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes advises that now is the time to begin the process.

According to a new study by Rightmove, it takes an average of 71 days to find a buyer for a home1, which is even before the involvement of estate agents and solicitors.

To help reduce this timeframe and...

Back to School: Family Homes Launch this September at The Quarry

The recently opened Lime Wood Primary School has quickly become the heart of The Quarry, a growing neighbourhood in Erith, South-East London. In its first year, the school has seen an enthusiastic response from local families. With 108 pupils now enrolled, including 58 children transitioning to Year 1 and 50 new Reception students the school is set to grow year on year, eventually becoming a...

How can estate agents best cultivate trust during the selling process?

The latest research by eXp UK , the platform for personal estate agents and estate agency businesses, has shown just how important the perception of trust is between home sellers and their estate agent, as well as which areas of the home selling process help to cultivate this trust.

The survey of over 1,000 UK home sellers to have sold a home over the last 12 months found 95% thought...

Construction and Property Development sector set to bounce back strongly in 2025 following shrinkage in 2024

The total market size of the construction and property development sector is forecast to bounce back strongly in 2025 after suffering the third consecutive year of declines in 2024.

Following a tough three years for the property development and construction industry that has seen both dwellings starts and lending decline, specialist lending expert, Rangewell , believes that there are...

Cornish housing market stalls, but buyers still need 10 x earnings to buy a home

The latest research from over-50s property specialists, Regency Living , has revealed that despite boasting the fifth most affordable average house price in the South West, those looking to purchase property in Cornwall are facing a tough task, with the average house price sitting at over ten times the average income in the area.

The research by Regency Living analysed current...

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