Shenfield named one of UK's happiest places to live
The Essex commuter town of Shenfield has been ranked 63rd in a national happiness survey, praised for its green spaces, schools, and Elizabeth Line access. Discover why residents love it.
Category : Property
245 new homes planned for Tower Hamlets site
Planning permission granted for two new tower blocks with 245 homes in Spitalfields, London's most gentrified area. The development includes social rent homes amid ongoing community concerns.
Islington triples homelessness spending to £15m
Islington Council's homelessness budget soared from £5m to £15m in one year as temporary accommodation demand spikes. Discover how the borough is tackling London's housing crisis.
Gustav Klimt painting sells for record $236.4m
A Gustav Klimt portrait of Elisabeth Lederer has sold for a record-breaking $236.4m at Sotheby's, becoming the most expensive modern artwork ever auctioned. Discover the full story.
Heat pump homes ease grid strain, Birmingham study shows
New research reveals all-electric homes with heat pumps use significantly less energy than expected, reducing pressure on the UK grid. Discover how these findings support green housing.
Klimt portrait sells for £179.7m, second highest ever
A Gustav Klimt portrait, once looted by the Nazis, has sold for $236.4m at Sotheby's, becoming the second most expensive artwork ever sold at auction. Discover the story behind this masterpiece.
Section 21 Evictions Banned from May
England bans no-fault evictions from May, but Guardian analysis reveals two-thirds of councils failed to prosecute a single landlord in three years. Will new renters' rights be enforced?
63 New Flats for Former Catford Police Station
Plans to convert the former Catford Police Station into 63 affordable homes have been recommended for approval. The development promises social rent and intermediate rent flats in Lewisham.
Council failed to investigate rat-infested home for 12 months
A North London family endured rats, leaks and mould as Harrow Council 'did not investigate' for 12 months, causing health issues. Discover the Housing Ombudsman's findings.
House moving costs hit record high in 2025
New data reveals the staggering cost of moving home in England has surged 27% to £17,831. Discover the breakdown and what first-time buyers face.
Sports lawyer Simon Leaf on life-changing legal battles
Discover how sports lawyer Simon Leaf handles everything from £1bn deals to heart condition diagnoses for footballers. Learn about the unseen legal world shaping modern sports.
BiG Series Modular Shelving Launches in UK
The BiG Series launches fully customisable shelving systems for UK businesses. Transform warehouses, workshops and garages with modular storage solutions offering next-day delivery.
Planner exodus threatens UK housebuilding goals
One in five UK planners plan to leave by 2028, creating severe capacity shortages that jeopardise Labour's 1.5 million home target. Discover the crisis facing local authorities.
Homeless man's 45-year stay after Christmas invite
A Cardiff couple invited a homeless man for Christmas dinner in 1975. He stayed for 45 years, becoming family. Read this extraordinary story of kindness.
Greenwich HMO residents get £5k back from landlord
Tenants in a Greenwich HMO were forced to urinate in a bathtub for 58 days due to a broken toilet. A tribunal ordered a £5,300 rent repayment. Read the shocking details.
Labour's 'default yes' for station housing plans
Government announces planning reforms to fast-track housing near train stations, giving developments automatic approval. Read how this affects local communities.
Erith Post Office demolition approved for 33 flats
Bexley Council greenlights demolition of a locally listed Erith Post Office for 33 new flats, with no affordable housing as the project faces a £113k deficit. Read the full story.
London terraced houses under £500,000
Discover six affordable London neighbourhoods where first-time buyers can still purchase a terraced house for less than £500,000. Get the latest property data and area insights.
Massage Office Chair with Footrest Now £54.99
Grab this incredible deal on an ergonomic massage gaming chair with footrest, down from £119.99 to just £54.99. Features include lumbar massage, reclining function and optional LED lighting.
Couple saves £15,600 for first home using Plum app
Discover how Olga Demi and her partner saved over £15,000 for a house deposit using the Plum app's Lifetime ISA and automated savings features. Start your own savings journey today.
Jaywick: Britain's most deprived area fights back
Despite being named Britain's most deprived neighbourhood, Jaywick in Essex boasts a strong community spirit with food banks, clubs and cultural events supporting residents.
Biggest November house price fall since 2012
UK house prices fell 1.8% in November, the largest drop for the month in over a decade. Budget uncertainty and a surge in price reductions are impacting the market.
Penge named London's coolest place to live 2025
Discover why Penge, SE20, has been named one of the UK's coolest places to live. Explore its food scene, community gems, and why house prices are rising.
6 in 7 Children in Poverty in UK Town
In Newport, Middlesbrough, six out of seven children grow up in poverty. Families and local services demand the two-child benefit cap be scrapped as the government prepares a new strategy.
Surrey's 'Posh' Towns: Reality vs Reputation
A fiery Reddit debate reveals which Surrey towns Londoners mistakenly think are posh. Discover the surprising truth about Woking, Epsom, and Weybridge.
Only 2% of tenant complaints lead to enforcement
Exclusive data shows English councils prosecuted just 64 landlords despite 300,000 tenant complaints about unfit housing. New rights may remain 'symbolic' without proper funding.
Do Good Fences Really Make Good Neighbours?
The age-old proverb 'good fences make good neighbours' is put under the microscope. Does a strong boundary truly foster better relationships? Share your view.
Oxted: UK's best neighbourhood with prices above London
The Surrey commuter town of Oxted has been named one of Britain's best neighbourhoods, described as 'catnip to young families' with average house prices surpassing London. Discover why this picturesque town is so desirable.
481 New Homes for East London Estate
Havering Council set to approve 481 new homes in Harold Hill, with half designated as affordable, to tackle the housing shortage and reduce costly B&B placements.
MPs: Nature Not a Blocker to Housing Growth
A parliamentary inquiry challenges the government's 'lazy narrative' that nature blocks housing. Report warns skills shortages, not environmental rules, are the real barrier to 1.5m home target.
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