Market Insight
Thames Valley UK: The Prop Market Update
Guy Parkes, partner in our Thames Valley office in Reading, joined the Battle & Bunce Talking Property podcast at Apex Reading to go over the office market in the Thames Valley prop market, situated to the west of London and bordered by the M3, M4 and M40 motorways.
Reading revelling in office market revival
There is a real sense of having turned a corner in the Reading office market which has experienced the largest number of transactions than any other town in the region, and the largest square footage let post-pandemic.
Bournemouth – dressed up for business but nowhere to go
Bournemouth’s reputation as a Dorset tourist destination is irrefutable, boasting miles of golden sandy beaches, breath-taking views and cliff-top walks, together with a good range of restaurant and bars.
Gatwick Industrial Property Update: H1
Overall, we have seen a good level of demand and take-up in most areas across the South East, despite the pace of industrial activity slowing from the highs of the Covid peak.
From first generation to hyperscale: The whirlwind evolution of Data Centres
The world’s first Data Centre can be traced back to 1940s America, when the innovative programmable computer - the Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer (ENIAC) -was developed.
Booming London office market could mean business rates savings
According to the latest London Crane Survey from Deloitte (2024), developers continue to put their faith in the London office market.
Turning the Page on offices of old
What is the future of the office in the age of hybrid working? With the average number of days that people worked in the office rising to 3.1 days, 2023 was the year that many businesses hit the return to the office ‘sweet spot’.
Life Sciences: What’s next for this high growth market in the UK?
We recently attended a Life Sciences conference at the Shard in London – a networking event for the UK’s top Life Sciences professionals, including developers, investors and leaders who are shaping the life sciences environment in the UK.
Urban regeneration: What is needed to turn the tide on terminal retail decline?
High streets form a vital part of our towns and cities, providing everything from cultural and community space to bricks and mortar for local businesses to operate from. Yet our urban centres continue to remain in a period of post-pandemic recovery.
Where is AI going in the property sector and what are the benefits & potential risks?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its use in Proptech is growing in momentum.
Oxford on track for booming good year
As we head towards the second quarter of 2024, there is a real sense of anticipation about the fortunes of the Oxford commercial property market. The question is, can supply keep up with demand, as Mike Watson, Oxford Agency Partner, explores.
