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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 (Eltham SE9, Woolwich SE18) as well as surrounding areas.

SEPTEMBER 2014

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

Newsletter September 2014

Leading consumer insight specialist Callcredit Information Group has,in association with YouGov, conducted independent research tohighlight consumer views on the continuing rise in house prices andtheir future sustainability.Key findings of the research highlighted that:When asked if house prices would continue to rise …• 54% of the ‘Business Elite’ believed that house prices will continue to

rise, providing that housing is limited and demand is high.• 42% of the ‘Prosperous Professional’ shared a similar view.• Only 29% of those in the ‘Family View’ segment agreed, who along

with the ‘Cash Conscious Communities’ and those ‘On a Budget’clearly think that house prices will crash soon or later.

When asked if house prices are sustainable …• 53% of those in the ‘Paying the Mortgage’ segment and 52% of

‘Family Value’/’Cash Conscious Communities’ believe house pricesare sustainable and that people can't afford to pay their mortgage.

• This view was alsoshared by the‘Flourishing Society’segment where 50%agreed with thesentiment.

• However only 37% of the‘Business Elite’ believedthis to be the case.

The analysis on the YouGovmarket research shows thatdespite the fact thatmortgage approvals havecontinued fall for a fourth successive month (an indicator of futuresales), combined with the continued speculation within the market thatproperty prices are set to fall and interest rates rise by 2015, the‘Business Elite’ still have confidence in the property market.

Largest ever drop inAugust asking prices as‘Summer Sales’ kick in� Asking prices of property coming to market

cut by 2.9% (-£7,758), the biggest fallRightmove has ever recorded in August

� Holiday distractions a key driver, thoughdrop more pronounced than usual andexacerbated by 5.9% fall in London – thethird consecutive monthly fall in the capital

� London agent and NAEA President: Interestrate speculation means London buyers don’twant to find themselves ‘hamstrung by ratesgoing up’

� New sellers adopting a ‘Summer Sales’attitude to pricing and a slower marketsignals good news for buyers and relievespressure on the Bank of England

� Average price now nearly £10,000 offJune’s peak and annual rate falls back from6.5% in July to 5.3% this month

Avg. Price Avg. Price Monthly Avg. Price AnnualAugust 14 July 14 Change August 13 Change

Bexley £261,943 £266,954 -1.9% £223,538 17.2%

Bromley £397,292 £413,559 -3.9% £357,999 11.0%

RIGHTMOVE HOUSE PRICEINDEX FOR AUGUST 2014 PROPERTY OF THE MONTH

Arlington Close, Sidcup, DA15 8JW – Guide Price: £400,000 - £425,000

As Featured On Front Page …

Thoughtfully extended and modernised to the highest of standards by the current owners. We are delighted to offer for sale, as owners sole agents, this 3 double bedroomhouse located in a quiet and desirable close off Days Lane, giving easy access toamenities including station, bus routes, good schools and road networks.

The exceptionally well presented, centrally located and double glazed accommodationcomprises: entrance porch, entrance hall, lounge, fabulous kitchen/diner open to furtherreception area, downstairs wc and access to the integral garage. To the first floor thereis a spacious and light landing, 3 double bedrooms, family bathroom and separateshower room.

Externally a well tended garden surrounds the property with raised decked area andgreenhouse. To the front is a paved off street parking area and small lawned area.

This property really does represent an exceptional opportunity to purchase a propertythat is ready to move into and enjoy. Really must be seen.

WILL THE HOUSING MARKET COOL AND WILL THEPROPERTY BUBBLE BURST?

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SIDCUP Guide Price: £195,000Granville Road, Sidcup, DA14 4BX

1 bed first floor apartment set within this attractive detached period property.Communal entrance hall. Own front door and entrance hall. Lounge. Kitchen. Doublebedroom. Bathroom. Communal grounds. Allocated parking. Short walk from SidcupHigh Street. (ref 3812).

THE HOLLIES Guide Price: £215,000Rowanwood Avenue, The Hollies, Sidcup, DA15 8WN

Character one bedroom cottage style property located in the iconic Clockhouse buildingon the popular “Hollies” development. This charming apartment features its own privateentrance, offers lots of character but with a modern feel. Lounge. Kitchen/diner.Bedroom. Bathroom. Communal gardens. Allocated parking. The “Hollies” has its ownprivate leisure complex (separate compulsory charge) and is set within a parklandsurrounding but just a short walk from Sidcup train station. (ref 3371).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £365,000Merrilees Road, Sidcup, DA15 8JH

3 bed semi detached house. Ideal family home. Sought after area with easy access toshops, stations and sought after schools. 26’0 through lounge. Kitchen/diner. 3 bedrooms.Modern family bathroom. Lawned rear garden. Off street parking. Single garage. Internalviewing recommended. (ref 3833).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £415,000York Avenue, Sidcup, DA15 7LH

Beautifully presented 3 bed unextended chalet in sought after location. Short walk toSidcup station, shops and some of the borough’s sought after schools. 2 receptions.D/s third bedroom. D/s bathroom. Kitchen. 2 double bedrooms upstairs. Gardensfront & rear. Off street parking. Single garage. Internal viewing recommended. (ref 3877).



SIDCUP Guide Price: £429,995Faraday Avenue, Sidcup, DA14 4JB

Well presented 1930’s, 3 bed semi det house. Short walkto Sidcup station, shops and schools. 2 receptions. Kitchen.D/s shower room. 2 double bedrooms. 1 single bedroom.Family bathroom & sep wc. Lawned rear garden. OSP tofront. Early viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/pr765ku (ref 3571).


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BEXLEY Guide Price: £425,000Blendon Road, Bexley, DA5 1BS

Spacious 3 bed semi det house, presented to a high standard t/out by its current owners. 28’0 thru lnge. Modern kitchen. Conservatory. Generous sized bedrooms. Modern family

bathroom. Attached converted office. Lawned rear garden with attractive decking area. OSP tofront. Easy access to local shpos, transport links and sought after schools. Potential to extend (STPP).

http://tinyurl.com/q2hqta6 (ref 3658).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £205,000Medlar House, Longlands Road, Sidcup, DA15 7LY

Spacious 2 double bedroom, split level flat with own balcony.Popular residential location. Easy access to Sidcup station,hsops, bus routes and schools. DG. 15’0 x 15’0 lounge.Modern kitchen. 2 double bedrooms. Bathroom. Sep wc. Ownprivate rear balcony. Underground car parking space.Communal grounds. Long lease. Internal viewing recommended.(ref 3858).

THE HOLLIES £189,995The Beeches, Acacia Way, The Hollies, Sidcup, DA15 8WW

One bedroom first floor Edwardian apartment located on thesought after “Hollies” development. Front lounge overlookingparkland surroundings. Kitchen. Main double bedroom. Modernshower room. Communal grounds. Allocated parking. Soughtafter development with own onsite leisure complex (separatecompulsory charge) and just a short walk to Sidcup station.http://tinyurl.com/ovasndy (ref 2800).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £170,000Hunters Lodge, 99 Manor Road, Sidcup, DA15 7JT

COMING SOON!!! One bedroom first floor purpose builtflat in sought after location, close to local amenities andwallking distance to Sidcup station. (ref 3757).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £375,000 - £400,000Alma Road, Sidcup, DA14 4EA

Spacious 3/4 bed period house only a short walk to Sidcupstation, shops and schools. Many original style features.Through lounge (26’2 x 13’7). Kitchen/diner with accessto garden. D/s bed 4 with access to garden. Masterbedroom (18’5 x 12’9) 2 further bedrooms. Bathroom.Parking to the rear. Gardens front & rear. Early viewingrecommended.http://tinyurl.com/qf3uzgx (ref 2976).

BEXLEY Guide Price: £265,000Murchison Avenue, Bexley, DA5 3LN

A 2/3 bedroom terraced house in popular & convenientlocation within easy reach of station, bus routes, schoolsand amenities. GCH. 2 receptions. Well fitted kitchen. Onedouble bedroom with third bedroom/nursery leading off.Further double bedroom. Shower room. OSP to front.Additional parking and garage space (stpp) to the rear.Early viewing recommended.(ref 2817).

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BEXLEYHEATH £725 PCM + fees*Adams Square, Bexleyheath, DA6 8BX

1 bedroom purpose built ground floor flat. Residentialcul de sac,close to local amenities includingBexleyheath station and easy access of BexleyheathBroadway. Part DG. Elec htg. Large utility/storagearea with tumble dryer. Lounge open plan to kitchen.Double bedroom. Bathroom and W.C. Garage.Allocated parking space to the rear. Available earlySeptember. UNFURNISHED.(ref 649).

BEXLEY £1,250 PCM + fees*Stansted Crescent, Bexley, DA5 3JB

Well presented and spacious 3 bedroom mid terracehouse. Situated in a residential road and close to alllocal amenities. Walking distance of Albany Park trainstation. DG. GCH. Living room. Through dining area.Fitted kitchen. 2 double and 1 single bedroom. Modernfamily bathroom Well maintained garden to the rear.Driveway to front. Available end of August.UNFURNISHED.(ref 3051).

SIDCUP £1,250 PCM + fees*Saxby Apartments, Station Road, Sidcup, DA15 7AH

2 bedroom 4th floor luxury apartment in the new build ‘TheFold’ development. Close to local amenities including: schools,shops, high street, bus route and Sidcup station. DG. GCH.Lift. Video e/phone. Neutral décor. High standard throughout.Spacious lounge and open plan kitchen area. Modern kitchen.2 double bedrooms (the master having fitted wardrobes).Luxury bathroom. Externally there is 1 allocated parking spaceand a communal roof terrace with views of London and Kent.Available end of September. UNFURNISHED.(ref 3106).

SIDCUP £900 PCM + fees*Conroy Court, Sidcup, DA14 6EL

Larger than average one bed top floor apartment.Close to shops, schools, High St, bus routes andmotorway links. Walking distance to Sidcup station.DG. Elec htg. E/phone. Lounge/diner. Open plankitchen. Bedroom. Modern bathroom. Allocatedparking space. Available: coming soon.http://tinyurl.com/q7ulm6o (ref 3543).

SIDCUP £975 PCM + fees*Main Road, Sidcup, DA14 6RJ

Spacious 2 bed g/floor maisonette. Popular residentiallocation, close to all local amenities including andwithin easy access of both Sidcup and New Elthamstation. GCH. DG. Good size lounge to rear with door to garden. Kitchen. 2 double bedrooms. Fullytiled shower room. Gardens to the front and rear with2 x storage sheds. Off street parking space to front.Available end of August. UNFURNISHED.(ref 3878).

ELTHAM £1,200 PCM + fees*Novar Road, London, SE9 2DN

Modern 2 bedroom mid terrace house. Popularresidential location, within a few minutes walk of NewEltham station. GCH. DG. Neutral décor t/out.Spacious through lounge. Dining area. Modernkitchen. 2 double bedrooms. Large tiled familybathroom and W.C. Easy maintenance garden withpatio area. Available mid September. UNFURNISHED.(ref 3629).


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Halfway Street, Sidcup, DA15 8DAExtended 4 bedroom chalet style property offering spacious accommodation throughout. Vastly improved by its current owner and features an extended modern kitchen/second reception andimpressive Victorian style conservatory of 19’3 x 11’1. Entrance door, entrance hall, bay fronted front lounge, a modern ground floor shower room, extended second reception opening to a beautifullypresented ‘L’ shaped kitchen (23’10 x 17’8 max dim), doors to a large Victorian style conservatory with glazed roof. Master bedroom, 3 further bedrooms and modern luxury family bathroom.Established rear garden which features lawned and patio area and off street parking to the front for several cars. Large garage. Internal viewing comes highly recommended to appreciate all theimprovements the current owner has completed. (ref 3554).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £475,000 - £500,000


Firside Grove, Sidcup, DA15 8WBExtended 3 bedroom detached house is located on the popular “Hollies” development. Much improved by the present owners and presented, in our opinion, in excellent condition throughout. GCH.DG. Cavity wall insulation. Entrance hall, impressive ‘L’ shaped lounge with conservatory leading off, 17’9 x 8’5 kitchen/diner, utility room and downstairs wc. Master bedroom with ensuite showerroom, 2 further bedrooms and family bathroom. Single attached garage and driveway. Well tended, part walled rear garden which surrounds the conservatory and gives a very pleasant aspect.“The Hollies” leisure centre membership optional. Properties of this calibre in such good condition and located in a desirable position are infrequently available. (ref 3844).

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Our telephone lines are open longer thanmost local agents and allow the public tocontact us at a time that is best for them -before or after work.

The extended hours ensure that no leads arelost and that anyone who is interested in oneof our properies can contact us to arrange aviewing or discuss a property further.

In a very busy world peoplenow expect professional companies to becontactable at all different times and not justthe old 9-5 it used to be.

Instruct Drewery to Sell or Let your propertyand benefit from our late telephone linesand ensure your property receives MaximumExposure.



MINIMUM STANDARDS OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY TO BE SET FOR PRS HOMES

The government has announced its intention to setminimum standards for the private rented sector at an EPCrating of E.

This would mean that after 2018 no privately rented homeshould be let unless they have an energy performance ratingof band E or higher, removing some of the very worst andunhealthy housing from the rented market.

Zoe Leader, climate & energy specialist for WWF-UK said:“The proposed minimum standard of band E for privately rented homes is an important precedent forimproving the energy efficiency of our housing stock and most definitely a step in the right direction.

“However, it looks like landlords will not actually be required to improve their properties if they fail tomeet the minimum standard unless improvements can be funded by the Green Deal or ECO. Givenongoing uncertainties around these policies, there is a high probability that these proposals will amountto blanket exemption for a significant number of landlords.

“The Government must address these loopholes to ensure landlords are held responsible for the energyefficiency of the homes they profit from.”

The financial capability charity The Money Charityreleased The Money Statistics.

The report gives an overview of the financial situation in theUK, and new statistics reveal it could take the average personover 22 years to save up for the deposit on their first home.The report has uncovered that despite an improving economicoutlook, many young people are still left struggling to buytheir first home.

Based on figures from the Council of Mortgage Lenders, the average deposit for a first-time buyer is£27,719. With the average household saving 4.9% of their income it would take 22 years for someoneon the average salary, saving the average amount per household every year in an instant access savingsaccount, to afford the average first-time buyer deposit.

These findings explain the reasons behind the growing number of adults choosing to still live with theirparents, and the disillusionment felt amongst a generation hoping to own their first home without needingto rely on the help of their parents or family members.

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.

Maximum Internet Exposure: Drewery has the most dominant internet exposure locally includingRightmove, Primelocation & Zoopla, plus over 30 other property websites.

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