Regional growth: why developers are looking beyond London
London remains the UK’s flagship property market, but developers are increasingly looking to regional cities for growth. Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, and Bristol all offer strong fundamentals: rising populations, significant inward investment, and affordability relative to the capital. Yields in regional cities
Why speed matters: the advantage of private development finance
In a competitive land market, speed often makes the difference between winning and losing a deal. Traditional banks can take months to reach credit approval, while specialist providers are increasingly able to issue terms and fund within weeks. For developers, this
Green finance and the push for sustainable development
Sustainability is no longer a niche consideration in property development finance - it is rapidly becoming mainstream. Investors and lenders alike are placing greater emphasis on ESG criteria, not only for reputational reasons but because sustainable buildings are increasingly correlated
The future of city centre residential development
Urban living has undergone dramatic shifts in recent years. The pandemic temporarily reduced demand for central locations, but the long-term trend is firmly back towards city living. Young professionals continue to drive demand for high-quality apartments with strong amenities and transport
How interest rate stability could unlock development activity in 2025
The rapid rise in interest rates between 2022 and 2023 caused significant disruption across the development market. Higher debt costs squeezed appraisals, reduced land values, and forced many schemes back to the drawing board. Now, with inflation appearing under control and