Sidcup Property News - June 2014 (18)

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Covering a varied selection of property for sale and to let throughout the London Borough of Bexley (Sidcup, Welling, Bexleyheath, Bexley), North West Kent (Dartford, Crayford, Swanley) & South East London (Etham SE9, Woolwich SE18) as well as surrounding areas.

JUNE 2014

DreweryP R O P E R T Y C O N S U L T A N T S

Newsletter June 2014

The Bank of England have said that interest rates will not be hikedto slow the housing market boom being experienced by manyparts of the country. Instead, a number of tools could be usedmaking it more expensive for banks to give out mortgages ortelling lenders to make borrowers take tougher affordability testsand therefore reducing the supply of mortgages.

Mark Carney Governor of The Bank Of England recentlycommented – Hiking rates was “the last line of defence” against adangerous bubble, insisting rates would rise only when theeconomy as a whole needs it – most likely early next year.

Other reported tools available include cutting high loan to valuelending making banks hold more capital on loans where buyershave small deposits or low incomes relative to the loan, ending thepopular Help to Buy Scheme which makes it possible to buy a new-build or existing home with as little as 5% deposit.

The Confederation ofBritish Industry (CBI),which represents tensof thousands ofbusinesses across thecountry, anticipates aquarter-point rise ininterest rates in thefirst three months of2015, from 0.5 percent to 0.75 per cent– six months earlier than it had previously predicted. A number ofproperty experts have also predicted that property prices couldincrease by 8.2 per cent this year and 5.1 per cent in 2015 whichseems to fall in line with predicted rate increases and possibletightening on lending.

Largest ever May rise asnew sellers ask nearly£10k morel New sellers’ asking prices up by an average of

3.6% (+£9,409) in May, the largest ever riserecorded at this time of year and another new all-time high

l The price of property coming to market is now8.9% higher than a year ago:– highest annual rate for over six years, since

October 2007 (+10.4%)– London up by ‘frothy’ 16.3% and while the

capital’s momentum is spreading, the rest of thecountry is only up by a more modest average of4.9%, failing to fit the ‘bubble’ narrative

l The average asking price in London is up bynearly £80,000 so far in 2014 – or £4,500 aweek – yet the national average excludingLondon is £1,500 a week highlighting thedisparity between London and the rest of thecountry

l Mortgage Market Review can help temper thewider market, though London needs majorhousing supply boost to prevent excessive riseswith ten out of 32 boroughs having annual risesof over 20%

INTEREST RATES WILL NOT BE HIKED TO SLOWPROPERTY MARKET

Avg. Price Avg. Price Monthly Avg. Price AnnualMay 14 April 14 Change May 13 Change

Bexley £272,019 £266,735 2.0% £227,776 19.4%

Bromley £426,146 £416,744 2.3% £363,563 17.2%

RIGHTMOVE HOUSE PRICEINDEX FOR MAY 2014 PROPERTY OF THE MONTH

As Featured On Front Page …We are pleased to have been instructed as sole agents to market this modern 2bedroom apartment located within the sought after and rarely available developmentof Wansunt Place. This prestigious apartment was built by Chapelwood Homes in2006 and they have a reputation for building homes of exceptional quality andcharacter that offer superb accommodation for easy, modern living. The propertybriefly comprises of: carpeted entrance hall, a deceptively spacious lounge with Juliettestyle balcony, a kitchen that features a full range of integrated appliances, includinga fan assisted oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher and washer dryer. There are two goodsized bedrooms with the main bedroom having an en-suite shower-room and fittedwardrobes and there is a luxury family bathroom. Externally the property offersallocated parking and communal grounds.

Wansunt place is set within the desirable residential area near to Old Bexley andoffers access to a variety of local shops, restaurants and transport links in the villagecentre. Internal viewing comes highly recommended on this modern apartment whichis offered Chain Free.

Wansunt Road, Bexley, DA5 2DN – Guide Price £299,950

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SIDCUP Guide Price: £185,000Rowanwood Avenue, Sidcup, DA15 8WN

One bedroom galleried apartment in the iconic Clockhouse building on the popular“Hollies” development. Set in parkland setting and membership to the private onsiteleisure complex (separate charge). Lounge. Kitchen. Shower room. Galleried doublebedroom. Allocated parking. Communal grounds. Early viewing recommended.CHAIN FREE.http://tinyurl.com/l698owu (ref 3755).

NEW ELTHAM Guide Price: £265,000Footscray Road, New Eltham, London, SE9 3UH

Generously proportioned 2 bed first floor flat within charming semi detached periodresidence. GCH. DG. 17’9 x 13’5 lounge opening to separate kitchen area. 2double bedrooms. Bathroom. Allocated parking space. Easy access to New Elthamstation. Early viewing recommended. CHAIN FREE.http://tinyurl.com/kvv9gj4 (ref 3792).

NORTH CRAY £345,000High Beeches, North Cray, Sidcup, DA14 5LZ

Generously proportioned 3 bed semi det family home. Scope to extend (STPP). GCH.DG. ‘L’ shaped through lounge. Conservatory. Kitchen. 3 bedrooms. Bathroom. Sepwc. 75’ rear garden. Garage. Driveway.http://tinyurl.com/llvlj6b (ref 1349).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £480,000Larch Grove, Sidcup, DA15 8WQ

Rarely available, spacious & extremely well presented 4 bedroom family home.Situated on the sought after “Hollies” development and only a short walk to Sidcupstation and shops. 2 receptions. Modern kitchen/diner. Master bedroom with ensuite.3 further bedrooms. Bathroom. Secluded rear garden. Off street parking. Singlegarage. Onsite leisure complex (separate compulsory charge),http://tinyurl.com/jvftdl2 (ref 3750).



SIDCUP O.I.E.O. £535,000Walton Road, Sidcup, DA14 4LW

4/5 bedroom extended chalet home, located in one ofSidcup`s premier roads. Lounge. Extended dining room.Kitchen. D/s study/5th bedroom. Shower room.Conservatory. 3 double and 1 single bedroom. Large familybathroom. Garage & Driveway. 80’ rear garden.http://tinyurl.com/cqogplj (ref 3455).


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THE HOLLIES O.I.R.O. £750,000Maple Leaf Drive, The Hollies, Sidcup, DA15 8WG

Spacious 4 bed detached house in sought after “Hollies” development. Short walk to Sidcupstation, shops and schools. Galleried dining hall. 21’10 dual aspect lounge. Kit/breakfastroom. Utilty rm. Study. 4 bedrooms, 2 with en-suites. Family bathrm. Dble gge. OSP. Rear

garden. Ideal family home.http://tinyurl.com/naan697 (ref 3570)

SIDCUP £232,500Thursland Road, Sidcup, DA14 5LJ

Modern 2 bed terr house. Well presented throughout.GCH. DG. Spacious lounge through to dining room.Kitchen. 2 Double Bedrooms. Recently fitted familybathroom. Good sized front and rear gardens. Close tolocal amenities including shops, schools and good roadlinks.http://tinyurl.com/cxyujv3 (ref 2824).

SIDCUP £185,000The Firs, Acacia Way, Sidcup, DA15 8WW

1 bed Edwardian first floor apartment located on thesought after “Hollies” development. Lounge. Kitchen.Double bedroom. Shower room. Surrounded by parkland.Compulsory membership to the “Hollies” gym. Characterproperty, walking distance to Sidcup station. Early viewingrecommended.http://tinyurl.com/oe3p7ns (ref 2608).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £160,000Sidcup Hill, Sidcup, DA14 6JS

2 bed first floor maisonette. Requiring some updatingt/out. Short lease. 14’0 x 10’0 front lounge. Kitchen. 2good sized bedrooms. Shower room. Small lawned reargarden. Garage en bloc. Easy acess to local shops andbus routes. CHAIN FREE.http://tinyurl.com/mtfgp6h (ref 3796).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £429,995Chaucer Road, Sidcup, DA15 9AP

Deceptively spacious 4 bed semi det house in sought afterlocation. Through lounge. Kitchen with dining area.Conservatory. D/s bathroom. 4 bedrooms. U/stairsbathroom. Large rear garden. Off street parking. Easyaccess to sought after schools, stations and shops. CHAINFREE.http://tinyurl.com/oa5qn6u (ref 2983).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £359,950Ashcroft Avenue, Sidcup, DA15 8NP

Deceptively spacious and well presented 3 bedroom semidetached family home. Extended to the rear to create aspacious kitchen/diner. Front Lounge. Downstairs showerroom. 3 bedoroms. Family bathroom. Off street parking tofront. Rear garden. Located within easy access of localshops, bus routes and sought after schools. Internal viewingrecommended.http://tinyurl.com/mtbnfux (ref 3786).

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SIDCUP £1,350 PCMGreenwood Close, Sidcup, DA15 9AD

Well maintained 3 bed town house arranged on 3floors and situated in cul-de-sac location. Close toshops, schools, bus routes and Sidcup station. DG.GCH. D/s clkrm. Spacious lounge. Kitchen/breakfastroom with appliances. 3 bedrooms. Modern familybathroom. Garden to rear. Garage & OSP to front.Available mid June. Unfurnished.http://tinyurl.com/6hj74e4 (ref 2586).

SIDCUP £1,300 PCMClarence Road, Sidcup, DA14 4DL

Well presented 3 bed Victorian semi det house. Quietresidential road. GCH. DG. Neutral decor. Woodlaminate floooring t/out. 2 reception rooms. Modernkitchen. 2 double and 1 single bedroom. Familybathroom. Separate wc. Good size rear garden. OSP.Garage to rear. Available mid July.http://tinyurl.com/n4ceqzy (ref 3794).

SIDCUP £875 PCMMaylands Drive, Sidcup, DA14 4SB

Recently redecorated & modern 2 bed first floormaisonette. Located in tree-lined residential road, closeto shops, schools and bus routes. 10 minute walk fromAlbany Park station. GCH. DG. New carpets. Neturaldecor. Spacious lounge. New installed modernkitchen. 2 double bedrooms. Bathroom. Loft. Goodsize garden. Allocated parking space. Available now.http://tinyurl.com/mfhbg6b (ref 3774).

CHISLEHURST £800 PCMPinehurst, Willow Grove, Chislehurst, BR7 5BY

One bedroom ground floor flat in popular residentiallocation, close to Chislehurst High St and bus routes.DG & elec heating. Living room. Kitchen with range ofwall & base units. Bedroom with fitted wardrobe.Modern bathroom with overbath shower. Allocatedparking space. Communal gardens. Available midJune.http://tinyurl.com/d7kqaaj (ref 3186).

SIDCUP £925 PCMWhitespar, Carlton Road, Sidcup, DA14 6GU

Well maintained 2 bed first floor luxury apartment, builtapprox 10 years ago. GCH. DG. E/phone. Lounge –open plan to kitchen, fitted with appliances. Masterbedroom with ensuite. 2 bedroom. Bathroom.Communal gardens. Allocated parking space to rear.Unfurnished.http://tinyurl.com/6mo78mf (ref 1412).

SIDCUP £900 PCMDownley Court, 73 Station Road, Sidcup, DA15 7DR

Spacious & newly refurbished period 1 bed groundfloor conversion apartment. Popular residentiallocation, close to shops, High St, bus routes and withinwalking distance of Sidcup station. Lounge. Newlyinstalled kitchen. Double size bedroom. Newly fittedbathroom. Private rear courtyard garden. OSP.Available mid/end May.http://tinyurl.com/nfh7dmy (ref 3778).


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Baytree Close, Sidcup, DA15 8WH3 bed EOT house situated on the popular “Hollies” development. Short walk to Sidcup station, shops, schools and bus routes. Lounge with doors to conservatory. Kitchen. 3bedrooms. Bathroom. Well maintained rear garden. OSP. Attached garage. Optional membership to the onsite leisure club. Early viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/pekjwzs (ref 3762).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £350,000


Old Farm Avenue, Sidcup, DA15 8AF4 bed extended detached house in popular & convenient residential location. Walking distance to Sidcup station, shops, bus routes and schools, both primary & secondary.2 receptions. Fitted kitchen with utility area leading off. D/s cloakroom/wc. 4 bedrooms. Family bathroom. Well maintained rear garden. Double width garage. OSP for3/4 cars. Strongly recommended for internal viewing.http://tinyurl.com/pme2okn (ref 3766).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £550,000

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£7600 TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE ENERGY EFFICIENT

Households carrying out energy efficiency improvements on their home cannow get more money back to offset the cost of having the work done.

From June, people in England and Wales will be able to get up to £7600 backthrough a new Green Deal Home Improvement Fund so they can take control oftheir bills and have warmer, greener homes. The scheme helps people to installenergy efficiency measures such as solid wall insulation and new heating systems by providing them withmoney back on the contributions they make towards improvements.

It opens up the market for smaller businesses in the energy efficiency sector, competing in new andinnovative ways and providing further opportunities for jobs and growth.

Green Deal Installers and Providers should register with the scheme now. Under the new incentivescheme, which is available from June, domestic energy customers can get:• up to £1000 for installing two measures from an approved list; and/or• up to £6000 for installing solid wall insulation; and• up to £100 refunded for their Green Deal Assessment.

The scheme also entitles those who have brought a property in the 12 months prior to application toqualify for up to an additional £500 if they carry out energy efficiency improvements

With almost 90% of all electrical fires caused by householdappliances, the industry is calling for periodic electrical safetychecks to be made mandatory in all rented accommodation.

Currently there is no legal requirement to provide safety certificates to tenants, orfor regular checks to be carried out on all rented homes as is the case for gas appliances. However,that could be set to change in the near future.

Electrical Safety First (ESF), formerly known as the Electrical Safety Council, is campaigning for theGovernment to introduce mandatory regular safety checks on electrical installations and appliancesprovided in all privately rented accommodation. These include cooking appliances (e.g. cookers andmicrowaves); washing machines and tumble dryers; lamps; portable heaters; and TVs.

Landlords and agents have a duty of care and are expected to ensure the electrical wiring, sockets andappliances are safe however electrical safety checks are not clearly prescribed for alltenancies. Currently, landlords are only legally required to conduct five-yearly inspections on Houses inMultiple Occupation (HMO). ESF are recommending that a qualified electrician should make aninspection every five years on all rental properties and that visual checks of sockets, wiring, light fittingsetc should be undertaken before the start of every new tenancy.

Why use Drewery Property Consultants?Established Agent: Drewery are the most established agent in the local area (est 1946) with a proventrack record and membership of the NAEA & ARLA.

Prime Office Location: Drewery occupy an unrivalled, prime location, close to Sidcup Station and majorsupermarket.

Experienced Sales Team: Drewery employ the most experienced sales & letting team locally withover 15 members of staff.

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