South East
With London proudly positioned as its central powerhouse, the South East is a well-connected hub. It’s no surprise the area is popular amongst both domestic and international buyers
REGIONAL INSIGHT
Oliver Rodbourne
Head of South East sales
It’s been another extraordinary year in the South East prime market. Following 2020, the ‘race for space’ continues and the desire to ‘get back to nature’ has seen buyer numbers continue to outstrip supply – so much so, that stock levels are the lowest we’ve seen for at least 15 years. Londoners continue their usual trend of moving away from the capital for improved quality of life, schooling, recreation and lifestyle. With the environment firmly on the agenda, many buyers are now looking for properties with rewilding opportunities or the means to grow their own produce. Properties with views (especially those over water) and privacy continue to demand premiums, and this looks to be the case for the foreseeable future.
Exchanges by price band £2m and up
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SQUARE FOOT
Average size of a property sold in 2021 - £2m and up
15
Michelin stars 14 Bib Gourmands
Speed of sale - instruction to offer Sep 2021 vs Sep 2019 down
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to 62 days
Average price of a property sold in 2021 - £2m and up
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Outstanding schools and nurseries
Where did the buyers come from in 2021 - exchanges £2m and up
South East
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London
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South West
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International
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Central
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2021 vs five-year average excluding 2020 - £2m and up
