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Property Matters Property Matters (Docklands) Limited, (the Group Holding Company), was formed in September 1988. It was set up initially to manage the large number of resi

Established in the year 1988, Docklands Property Matters are one of (if not the) oldest established firms of estate agents operating in and around the Isle of Dogs, London Docklands and Canary Wharf areas generally. Such longevity has been built on high levels of trust, integrity, commitment and providing an unrivalled level of service to sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants. A company that take

s pride in having been amongst the early pioneers to the area - playing some small part in the success of London Docklands which has allowed us to have a unique and hands-on knowledge of an area which has fast become the thriving and vibrant business district that it is. An area which can boast a unique living environment, with probably the best transport infrastructure in the country. The success story continues...

19/06/2026

London Mayor launches development arm with £100m Silvertown investment
Mayor Sadiq Khan has launched a new City Hall-backed housing development arm and committed £100m to the Silvertown regeneration project in east London, marking one of the largest investments ever made by a London mayor to accelerate housing delivery. The Greater London Authority has become a 50% shareholder in the Silvertown Partnership alongside developer Lendlease, replacing US investor Starwood in the joint venture. The acquisition price for the stake has not been disclosed. The investment is intended to help unlock the long-delayed Silvertown Quays regeneration in the Royal Docks, where an updated masterplan approved in late 2025 aims to deliver 7,000 new homes, including affordable housing, alongside commercial, cultural, and community space. The scheme also includes the restoration of the historic Millennium Mills building into flexible workspace. Industry figures welcomed the move, arguing that public-sector investment is increasingly necessary to overcome challenges including high interest rates, construction cost inflation, Brexit-related pressures, and regulatory delays.
Architects' Journal (16/06/2026) Construction Enquirer (16/06/2026) Housing Today (16/06/2026) The Standard (16/06/2026)

19/06/2026

Aberfeldy Village regeneration evolves into larger East London neighbourhood
The regeneration of Aberfeldy Village in east London has delivered more than 900 homes and a range of community facilities over the past 15 years, with a revised masterplan now set to expand the development into a neighbourhood of up to 2,500 homes. Originally approved in 2011 by housing association Poplar HARCA and development partner Be Living, the scheme was designed to replace ageing housing stock and create a new community in Poplar. Since then, it has delivered new homes, a GP surgery, community centre, retail units, and significant public realm improvements. Having reached the midpoint of the project, the partners concluded that the original masterplan no longer reflected the changing character of the surrounding area. A revised plan, approved by the Mayor of London in January 2024 after being refused by Tower Hamlets, extends the scheme northwards and includes permission for up to 1,565 additional homes. The updated vision reflects wider regeneration across east London, with major neighbouring developments transforming the area and increasing demand for improved connectivity, public spaces, and local amenities. Future phases will include a new high street, additional public squares and green spaces, and a stronger focus on creating a sustainable neighbourhood rather than simply delivering housing.
Estates Gazette (11/06/2026)

19/06/2026

Canning Town festival offers behind-the-scenes look at area’s transformation
Canning Town will host a month-long program of walks, workshops, exhibitions, and tours as part of the London Festival of Architecture, showcasing the area's ongoing regeneration and future development plans. Running through June 27th, the festival will feature events organised by Newham Council and partners including Ballymore, Transport for London, and Cody Dock. Activities include behind-the-scenes tours of Canning Town station, artist-led workshops, guided walks, and the launch of a public exhibition on plans for the Limmo Peninsula. The festival will highlight the transformation of Canning Town through the delivery of more than 10,000 new homes, new community facilities, and public spaces under Newham Council’s Growth Plan. Future projects under discussion include the redevelopment of the Limmo Peninsula, a masterplan for 1,300 to 1,600 new homes on local estates, a new riverside walkway along the River Lea, and the proposed Mayer Parry Bridge. Organisers say the events will give residents opportunities to learn about regeneration proposals, provide feedback on future developments, and explore themes of identity, community, and belonging, which form the focus of this year’s festival.
London Now (08/06/2026)

19/06/2026

Tower Hamlets and Newham lead London BTL yield rankings
Tower Hamlets and Newham offer the highest buy-to-let rental yields in London and have recorded the strongest annual yield growth, as rising rents and softer property prices continue to improve investor returns across the capital. The average gross rental yield across London increased to 5.0% in March 2026, up from 4.9% a year earlier. Tower Hamlets tops the rankings with a yield of 6.3%, rising from 5.5% in 2025, while Newham follows at 6.0%, up from 5.2%. Other high-yielding boroughs include Barking and Dagenham (5.6%), Lambeth (5.5%), Hackney and Southwark (both 5.1%), and Greenwich (5.0%). In contrast, Kensington and Chelsea recorded the lowest yield at 3.4%, followed by Richmond upon Thames at 3.5% and Kingston upon Thames at 3.8%. Tower Hamlets and Newham also posted the largest annual yield increases, both rising by 0.8 percentage points. Most boroughs saw gains, while only Brent and Waltham Forest experienced slight declines of 0.1 percentage points.
Property Reporter (10/06/2026)

19/06/2026

Affordable housing targets cut across London developments
The Standard reports that London’s affordable housing shortage is being worsened as developers renegotiate planning agreements and reduce affordable home commitments on major regeneration schemes. At Canada Water, the proportion of affordable homes has fallen from 35% to 9%, while other large developments have also secured reductions. Supporters cite rising construction and fire-safety costs, while critics warn the loss of affordable housing will have long-term consequences for local communities. The paper highlights wider concerns about housing affordability, planning policy and the challenge of meeting demand across the capital.
The Standard (12/06/2026)

19/06/2026

UK house prices record strongest annual growth in over a year
The average UK house price rose by 3.8% in the year to April 2026, reaching £270,000, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The increase was the strongest annual growth since March 2025 and was partly influenced by comparisons with a sharp fall in prices following stamp duty changes last year. House prices increased across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, with the North East recording the fastest growth at 9.9%. In contrast, London remained the weakest-performing region, with prices falling 2.1% year-on-year for the ninth consecutive month. Despite the rise, property experts said the market remains favourable for buyers, with demand weakening and more homes available for sale. Meanwhile, average private rents reached £1,383 per month in May, up 3.3% annually, while inflation remained steady at 2.8%, easing pressure on mortgage borrowers.
City AM (18/06/2026) Daily Express (18/06/2026) The Daily Telegraph (18/06/2026) The Independent (18/06/2026)

19/06/2026

Housing market showing signs of stability
The UK housing market remained subdued in May, with buyer inquiries, sales and house prices all falling for a second consecutive month, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics). However, surveyors suggested conditions may be starting to stabilise, as the pace of decline showed no signs of worsening. Estate agents cited concerns over the Iran conflict, inflation, mortgage rates and domestic political uncertainty as factors weighing on demand. Sales are also taking longer to complete, reaching a record average of 21.5 weeks. While most agents expect prices and transactions to soften further over summer, sentiment is more positive over the longer term.
Daily Mail (11/06/2026) The Independent (11/06/2026) The Times (11/06/2026)

15/05/2026

Ballymore wins approval for 1,600-home Royal Docks development
Ballymore has secured planning permission from the London Borough of Newham for a 1,667-home mixed-use development in the Royal Docks area near West Silvertown DLR. The scheme will regenerate an industrial brownfield site with new housing, including affordable and family homes, alongside more than 11,000 sq m of light industrial and flexible workspace. Designed by Allies & Morrison, the project aims to build on Ballymore’s nearby Royal Wharf and Riverscape developments. The development will also include more than 10,000 sq m of public realm and 8,000 sq m of communal open space, with a focus on walking, cycling, and active ground-floor uses to support local businesses and community activity. Ballymore has additionally committed £1m toward improvements to Lyle Park, which is managed by Newham Council. The approval follows planning consent earlier this year for Ballymore’s nearby Thames Road project, a separate 1,685-home mixed-use scheme close to the Thames Barrier.
Construction Index (30/04/2026) CoStar (30/04/2026) Planning Resource (30/04/2026)

15/05/2026

JV partners secure approval for first phase of Pudding Mill Lane development
Joint venture partners London Legacy Development Corporation and Vistry have received planning approval for the first phase of the Pudding Mill Lane scheme at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in East London. The first phase will deliver 355 homes across five buildings ranging from three to 17 storeys, including 282 affordable homes made up of 191 intermediate and 91 social rent properties. Ten percent of the homes will be wheelchair accessible. Designed by Maccreanor Lavington and Gort Scott, the development will also include public spaces, a nursery, a health center, and a riverside park. The wider Pudding Mill Lane project is expected to provide more than 1,000 homes overall, with around 45% designated as affordable housing, alongside 30,000 sq m of commercial space, green areas, and community infrastructure. Construction on the first phase is expected to begin this autumn.
Architects' Journal (12/05/2026) BE News (12/05/2026)

15/05/2026

UK house prices rise by 1.2% annually, but drop 3.3% in London
UK house prices rose by 1.2% in the year to February to an average of £268,000, according to the Office for National Statistics, even as London recorded a seventh consecutive annual decline, falling 3.3%. Growth varied across the nations, with prices up 0.8% in England, 2.5% in Wales and 2.3% in Scotland, while Northern Ireland saw a stronger 7.5% annual increase.
City AM (22/04/2026) Financial Times (22/04/2026) The Daily Telegraph (22/04/2026) The Standard (22/04/2026)

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