Staying informed about London’s property development landscape is essential for making sound investment and financing decisions. Our Market Insights blog provides in-depth analysis of the topics that matter most to property developers operating in the capital, from interest rate movements and lender appetite shifts to planning policy changes and borough-level market dynamics. Each article is written by our team of development finance specialists who work at the coal face of London’s property market every day, giving you genuine practitioner insight rather than generic industry commentary.
Whether you are tracking the latest development finance rates, researching permitted development opportunities, comparing funding structures, or identifying the next high-growth London borough for your portfolio, our articles provide the detailed, data-driven analysis you need. Browse by category below or scroll through our latest publications.
Development exit data
New development lending, repayments, the age of the live loan book and exit lending across London, from Companies House and HM Land Registry data.
12 months to 30 June 2026 · Published 25 September 2026
Student accommodation
London PBSA development report, H1 2026: new student-capacity planning applications, flat prices and development lending activity by borough.
1 January to 30 June 2026 · Published 25 September 2026
Across London, development loans are going on faster than they are being repaid, and the repayment ratio sits below the national figure. What the H1 2026 data means for your exit.
Comprehensive analysis of London's property development market with current pricing data, planning statistics, and investment opportunities for developers.
A practical guide to securing development finance in London. Covers senior debt, mezzanine, JV equity, and how local market conditions affect your application.
How we arranged development finance for a residential conversion project in Camden, London. From initial enquiry to completion in 18 months.
Navigate London's planning process with confidence. Current approval rates, permitted development rights, conservation areas, and how planning status affects your finance.
Data-driven analysis of the best areas for property development in London. Comparing prices, yields, planning rates, and growth potential across the region.
The full JV equity model for London developers: what joint venture development finance is, why London land values demand it, how the SPV and capital stack are built, and how profit is split at exit.
From market insight to market action. Our team is ready to help you secure the right development finance for your London project.