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New Data Centre Approved in Hayes: What It Means for the Local Property Market

Hayes, a town in West London once known primarily for its industrial heritage and Heathrow proximity, is experiencing a new wave of transformation. With Crossrail already reshaping its commuter appeal, the latest development is set to further elevate its profile—a large-scale data centre has officially been approved.

While data centres might not be the most glamorous headline grabbers, their...

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Things to Think About Before Renting Property

Renting is becoming an increasingly prevalent living situation for individuals and families across the UK. Demand for rental homes had risen by 23% between November 2021 and 2022 , an increase precipitated by a number of factors – including hikes to both property values and mortgage rates, further pricing out first-time buyers.

Whether you are leaving halls of residence and living in...

Tips on how to save energy in your home according to Cramlington primary students

Children from a school in Cramlington are sharing their tips on cutting energy bills for Big Energy Saving Week, which ran from 16th - 23rd January.

Pupils from Beaconhill Primary School created posters for local housebuilder, Barratt Developments North East, to illustrate ways people can be energy efficient in their home to be environmentally responsible and reduce household bills....

Homebuyers hit as mortgage costs climb

Market analysis by specialist property lending experts, Octane Capital has revealed that the average cost of a mortgage has climbed by as much as 34%, adding hundreds of pounds a month to mortgage repayments for homebuyers who are already struggling with the cost of living crisis.

Octane Capital analysed the cost of the average full monthly mortgage repayment for homebuyers entering...

3 ways to save energy and reduce household bills from Hartlepool primary school students

Children from a school in Hartlepool are sharing their tips on cutting energy bills for Big Energy Saving Week, which runs from 16th - 23rd January.

Pupils from Throston Primary School created posters for local housebuilder, Barratt Developments North East, to illustrate ways people can be energy efficient in their home to be environmentally responsible and reduce household bills....

New year, new home: The new homes in Sheffield that you can move into in 2023

Property website Rightmove highlights that January is its busiest ever month, with more than 150 million visits
Sheffield’s affordability has helped the city secure a place as one of the best places to live in Yorkshire
Barratt Developments Yorkshire West has unveiled a stunning collection of new homes in Sheffield, available to purchase with a range of deals in

City-dweller apartments on the District Line for less

According to Zoopla, the average price for a flat nearby District Line tube stations is £604,743*, making purchasing a home close to the popular ‘green line’ out of reach for many first-time buyers.

Providing an affordable route onto the property ladder on both the District and Hammersmith & City Lines, Leaside Lock from Guinness Homes offers a collection of stylish studios, one...

Buyers Make the Smart Move South – with 60% of Shared Ownership homes already sold at Crane Court, Southmere

Southmere, the award-winning first phase of Peabody's ambitious masterplan for South Thamesmead, is quickly becoming the place to live in South East London – with 60% of Shared Ownership homes now sold in Crane Court, the latest collection of homes at Southmere.

Buyers have been flocking to the capital’s newest hotspot, which offers exceptional value for money and impressive resident...

Adjusting to Life in the City

People often have different preferences as to the kind of location that they prefer living in. There’s no right answer, and whether you prefer to live out in the country, or right in the heart of the city, there are pros and cons to be found. However, if you have recently decided on the latter, either for work or for personal reasons, it might be worth looking into how you can adjust...

New build-to-rent company, Adler Estates, launches with first development in Exeter

New dedicated build-to-rent company, Adler Estates, has launched in Exeter as part of a new division of the Eagle One group of private property companies.

With established residential, commercial, industrial, retail, and leisure property divisions already under its wing, including Blue Cedar Homes – the successful, specialist developer of luxurious homes for the over 55s – Adler...

What Are The Best Ways To Increase The Value Of A New-Build Home?

Whilst new build homes are freshly constructed, decorated and furnished; it is a myth that there is little homeowners can do to increase their value other than relying on property market forces. Andrea Fawell, Sales and Marketing Director at Kebbell, shares her top tips on how to increase the value of a new build home...

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