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AUGUST 2014

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

Newsletter August 2014

Drewery are delighted to report on the success of their exclusivehomes selling service.Since January this year Drewery have provided vendors with theoption to use a dedicated sales service created to sell exclusiveproperties towards the higher end of the property market orproperties which may be considered unique. Nearly 10 millionpounds worth of property has been sold so far since the beginningof the year using the Drewery Exclusive Homes service.Clive Lingard, Exclusive Homes valuer of Drewery PropertyConsultants commented:“There is no doubt that our Exclusive Homes Service has been asuccess as we receive regular positive comments from our clientsusing this service to sell their property. All Exclusive Homes arevalued by a senior valuer so that the client benefit from thevaluers knowledge on the different methods of marketingexclusive properties, which other normal estate agents might notbe aware of.

When using the Drewery ExclusiveHomes service you also benefit frombeing designated a senior negotiatorto look after the marketing of your property, provide regularfeedback on marketing and ensure a suitable purchaser is found.Marketing under the service includes added benefits of full pageproperty profiles in the Sidcup Property News, Impressive A1property window displays and further internet coverage includingweb links to the all important London market. As a company wepride ourselves on our professionalism, and this is acknowledgedby our membership of both the National Association of EstateAgents and The Association of Residential Letting Agents.”

Clive Lingard F.N.A.E.A has over 30 years experience in theproperty industry and is a member of the National Association ofEstate Agents. If you feel that your property would benefit from ourExclusive Homes Service please book a free no obligationappointment with Clive Lingard on 020 8300 6761.

Year-end forecast revisedto +8%, in spite of first fallof 2014� Price of property coming to market falls for the first

time this year, down by 0.8% (–£2,116) thismonth, leading to fall in annual rate of growthfrom 7.7% to 6.5%

� 2014 still ‘the year to move’ in spite of seasonalslowdown and cautious tone from Bank ofEngland: – Help to Buy success in unlocking higher deposit

middle-market: while Mortgage Market Reviewtightening will restrain buyers in high loan-to-income brackets, nearly half of home-moverswho expect to buy over next 12 months are‘equity-rich third-timers’

– Speedier sales: average time to sell falls to 65days from 75 days in same period last year

– London ripple effect spreads, especially insouthern regions: upwards price pressureremains where shortage of supply still fuels pricegrowth

� Rightmove upgrades 2014 forecast: new sellerasking prices will see an 8% annual increase atyear end, hitting the top end of our originalforecast of 6% - 8%

Avg. Price Avg. Price Monthly Avg. Price AnnualJuly 14 June 14 Change July 13 Change

Bexley £266,954 £273,481 -2.4% £224,371 19.0%

Bromley £413,559 £424,099 -2.5% £367,377 12.6%

RIGHTMOVE HOUSE PRICEINDEX FOR JULY 2014 PROPERTY OF THE MONTH

Sandhurst Road, Sidcup, DA15 7HL – Guide Price: £695,000

As Featured On Front Page …

We are delighted to offer for sale, as owners sole agents, this detached 4 bedroom house.Occupying a good sized plot and located in conservation area and within easy reach of amenitiesincluding Sidcup station with fast services to Central London.

The centrally heated accommodation is very well presented and comprises: open porch leading tospacious entrance hall, bay fronted reception room to the front, rear reception with attractive baywith French doors overlooking the rear garden, third reception/breakfast room with archway to arecently refitted (January 2014) kitchen with built-in appliances and featuring easy maintenanceCorian worktops and splashbacks. Completing the ground floor layout is a utility room withdoorway to the garden. To the first floor is a spacious landing with 4 bedrooms, spacious familybathroom and a separate shower room with shared access from bedrooms three and four.

The rear garden extends to approx 115’ in depth and is well established with a variety of trees,plants and shrubs, brick built store and patio areas. To the front is a driveway providing off streetparking and a single attached garage.

Properties of this calibre, in such a desirable area are infrequently available – we wouldrecommend early viewing.

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SIDCUP Guide Price: £320,000Corbylands Road, Sidcup, DA15 8JG

Unique 2 bedroom detached bungalow in residential road off Halfway Street.Convenient for access to amenities. GCH. DG. Entrance lobby. Entrance hall. Openplan lounge/kitchen area. 2 double bedrooms. Bathroom. Decked patio areas toside and front. Deep driveway to front for 2 car parking. Early viewing recommendedto avoid disappointment. No chain.http://tinyurl.com/qjbpng4 (ref 3754).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £375,000 - £400,000Church Avenue, Sidcup, DA14 6BU

Spacious and extended 4 bedroom town house situated in the desirable location ofChurch Avenue. Ideal family home with spacious internal living space arranged over3 floors. 20’6 x 15’10 kitchen/diner. 20’6 x 16’3 lounge. D/s shower room. Utilityrm. 4 bedrooms. Family bathroom. 140’ rear garden. OSP to front. Located withineasy access of local shops, transport links and schools. Impressive plot.http://tinyurl.com/knbswyn (ref 3848).

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

Well presented 1930’s, 3 bed semi det house. Short walk to Sidcup station, shopsand schools. 2 receptions. Kitchen. D/s shower room. 2 double bedrooms. 1 singlebedroom. Family bathroom & sep wc. Lawned rear garden. OSP to front. Earlyviewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/pr765ku (ref 3571).

THE HOLLIES, SIDCUP Guide Price: £215,000Rowanwood Avenue, Sidcup, Kent DA15 8WN

Character one bedroom split level apartment located in the iconic Clockhouse on thepopular “Hollies” development. This charming apartment features its own privateentrance, character features but with a modern feel. “The Hollies” features its ownprivate leisure complex and is set within a parkland surrounding but just a short walkfrom Sidcup train station. (ref 3371).



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

Spacious 3 bed semi det house, presented to a highstandard 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 soughtafter schools. Potential to extend (STPP).http://tinyurl.com/q2hqta6 (ref 3658).


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THE HOLLIES, SIDCUP Guide Price: £750,000Maple Leaf Drive, The Hollies, Sidcup, DA15 8WG

Spacious 4 bed detached house in sought after “Hollies” development. Short walk to Sidcupstation, shops and schools. Galleried dining hall. 21’10 dual aspect lounge. Kit/breakfast

room. Utilty rm. Study. 4 bedrooms, 2 with en-suites. Family bathrm. Dble gge. OSP. Rear garden. Ideal family home.

http://tinyurl.com/naan697 (ref 3570).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £275,000Maylands Drive, Sidcup, DA14 4SB

Deceptively spacious 3 bedroom semi detached house witheasy access to Albany Park station, hsops and schools.26’5 through lounge with doors to rear garden. Kitchen. 3 good sized bedrooms. Bathroom and separate wc.Spacious rear garden. Potential for OSP to the front. CHAIN FREE.http://tinyurl.com/pr5rkhp (ref 3837).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £230,000Granville Road, Sidcup, DA14 4BW

2 bedroom, purpose built, first floor maisonette. GCH. DG.16’9 x 12’5 Lounge. Well Fitted Kitchen. Two doublebedrooms. Modern bathroom. Own section of the reargarden. Garage en bloc. 98 year lease remaining. Popularposition within easy reach of amenities, including Sidcupstation.http://tinyurl.com/pc2dotf (ref 3586).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £225,000Tudor Court, Hatherley Crescent, Sidcup, DA14 4HY

Well presented, 2 bed first floor retirement flat, situatedclose to Sidcup station, shops & bus routes. Lounge withdoor to balcony. Fitted kitchen. 2 bedrooms. Refitted showerroom. Communal grounds. DG. Stge htg. Communallounge. Guest suite. House manager. 24 hr emergency careline. Lift. Residents must be over 55 years of age.http://tinyurl.com/oxlpusz (ref 3821).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £400,000Shuttle Close, Sidcup, DA15 8EP

Well presented 4 bed extended semi detached house.Lounge. Modern fitted kitchen/diner. D/s shower rm.Study/small reception. 4 bedrooms. Luxury bathroom. Largedriveway to front. Lawned rear garden. GCH. DG. Idealypositioned for local schools and shops. Easy access toSidcup station. Internal viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/m8b5onl (ref 1081).

NEW ELTHAM Guide Price: £350,000Sparrows Lane, New Eltham, London, SE9 2BP

1930’s style 3 bed semi det house in cul-de- sac position.Conveniently situated for New Eltham station, shops, busroutes and schools. 2 receptions. Kitchen. 3 bedrooms.Bathroom. Wider than average garden. Potential to extend(STPP). CHAIN FREE.http://tinyurl.com/mub9xbv (ref 3850).

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SIDCUP £675 PCM + fees*Oxford Road, Sidcup, DA14 6LW

1 bedroom flat in residential road and close to localamenities, including shops, motorway links, bus routesand short walk to Sidcup High St. GCH. DG. Lounge.Fitted Kitchen. Double bedroom. Bathroom. Availableend July. Unfurnished.http://tinyurl.com/qbyul6b (ref 310).

PETTS WOOD £1,375 PCM + fees*Chesham Avenue, Petts Wood, Orpington, BR5 1AA

Well maintained & spacious 3 bed semi det house.Popular location in residential road, close to shops,schools, bus routes and Petts Wood station. GCH. DG.Thru lounge/dining room. Kitchen with appliances. 2double and 1 single bedroom. Bathroom. Driveway.Garage. Secluded rear garden. Available mid August.http://tinyurl.com/buafyca (ref 2215).

SIDCUP £1,700 PCM + fees*Braundton Avenue, Sidcup, DA15 8EW

4/5 bed extended semi detached chalet style house.Popular residential road and situated close to shops,schools, bus routes and Sidcup station. GCH. DG. 2 receptions. 5th bedroom/study. Kitchen/breakfastroom. D/s utlity rm. D/s shwr rm. 4 bedrooms. Familybathroom. 80’ rear garden. OSP for 3/4 cars.Available end August. Part/Unfurnished.http://tinyurl.com/n86fp2h (ref 1184).

BEXLEY £775 PCM + fees*North Cray Road, Bexley, DA5 3LZ

Spacious 1 bed ground floor conversion flat. Situatedin Bexley Village and close to shops, schools, busroutes and station. GCH. DG. Lounge. Kitchen/breakfast room. Double bedroom. Modern bathroom.Small yard area to rear. Available early August.http://tinyurl.com/cuxjf73 (ref 267).

SIDCUP £1,225 PCM + fees*Northcote Road, Sidcup, DA14 6PS

Well presented & spacious 2 bed end of terracehouse. Popular residential road close to shops, schools,bus routes, motorways links and with easy access toboth Sidcup & New Eltham stations. DG. GCH.Lounge. Separate dining room. Modern kitchen. 2double bedrooms. U/s study space. Modernbathroom. OSP for 2 cars. Available end July.http://tinyurl.com/bra3ncg (ref 3053).

SIDCUP £1,300 PCM + fees*Fold Apartments, Station Road, Sidcup, DA15 7AP

Spacious & luxury 2 bedroom sixth floor apartment in therecently built “Fold” development. GCH. DG. Lift. Videoe/phone. Neutral decor. High standard of decor. Spaciouslounge, open plan to modern kitchen. Master bedroom withensuite shower room. Second bedroom. Luxury bathroom.Communal roof terrace. Allocated parking space. Walkingdistance to Sidcup station, local shops, bus routes.Available end July.http://tinyurl.com/bejuolk (ref 3386).


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Craybrooke Road, Sidcup, DA14 4HLSuperbly extended 5 bedroom semi detached house, vastly improved by current owner. Front lounge. Fantastic kitchen/diner leading to garden with separate breakfast areaand separate dining area. Study. D/s wc. Utility room. 4 bedrooms to the first floor, one with ensuite. Family bathroom. Master bedroom in the loft conversion with ensuite.OSP to front. Rear garden. Internal viewing a must!!!!http://tinyurl.com/on8cw96 (ref 1885)

SIDCUP Guide Price: £550,000


Rowanwood Avenue, The Hollies, Sidcup, DA15 8WNImpressive 2 bed ground floor split level galleried apartment in the iconic Clockhouse building on the sought after Hollies development. Large living room. Open plan modernkitchen. Downstairs cloakroom. Office area. Galleried master bedroom. Second bedroom. Bathroom. 2 allocated parking space. Gas central heating. Internal viewingrecommended.http://tinyurl.com/kthy4ud (ref 1057).

THE HOLLIES Guide Price: £350,000

Exclusive Homes In Sidcup is a dedicated sales service created tosell exclusive properties towards the higher price end of theproperty market or properties which may be considered unique.

This service aims to offer the highest quality personal service butwith the attention to marketing which property of this type oftenrequires.

Use our Exclusive Homes service and see your property advertisedfull page in the Sidcup Property News which is delivered to over 7klocal homes.

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The Beeches, Acacia Way, The Hollies, Sidcup, DA15 8WWOne bedroom first floor Edwardian apartment located on the sought after “Hollies” development. Front lounge overlooking parkland surroundings.Kitchen. Main double bedroom. Modern shower room. Communal grounds. Allocated parking. Sought after development with own onsiteleisure complex (separate compulsory charge) incorporating swimming pool, gym, tennis courts etc and just a short walk to Sidcup station.http://tinyurl.com/ovasndy (ref 2800).

THE HOLLIES, SIDCUP Guide Price: £189,995



OPEN PLAN LIVINGOpen plan living is a trend that is here to stay but, before embarking on anyrenovations, you should carefully consider if it is desirable for your lifestyle and home.

Is it right for you – Whilst a small flat could benefit greatly from a feeling ofspaciousness, a detached house with a large family will clearly need more than onecommunal area. Whatever you decide, you’ll want to ensure your space is designedas efficiently as possible to maximise impact and increase your property value.

Speak to the local authority – Before knocking down walls to create an open planliving space, make sure you speak to a council planning officer or chartered surveyor to check the wall is not load bearing andfind out if planning permission is needed.

You will also need to consider ventilation and storage – Removing walls will mean less storage space; therefore carefuldesign is needed to hide clutter. If a kitchen is included in your space, an efficient extractor fan will avoid cooking smells driftingthrough your living areas.

Use colour to your advantage – Decorating with neutral colours retains a sense of openness, whilst areas can be definedthrough careful use of accessories. Display splashes of colour and texture with rugs and cushions to create a sense of warmth.Remember, open plan doesn't have to mean sparse.

Carefully plan your lighting – Each area could be lit differently to create zones and enhance the sense of spaciousness.Remember, whilst your kitchen requires brighter lights, the dining area could be softer with more functional lighting in the loungefor reading or studying.

Break up large areas using your furniture – A carefully placed sofa will create a cosy lounge area whilst still maintaining animpression of space. By using these ideas you will ensure your open plan living space is spacious and inviting as well as thevalue of your home.

• Number of first time buyers down 20 per cent from previousmonth sales and at lowest levels since May 2013

• Number of buyers aged 18 to 30 hits lowest mark at just threeper cent of recorded sales for June

• NAEA release June Housing Market Report: overall interestremains high, though sales ease slightly

First time buyers are being squeezed further out of the market, with house sales bythis group down five percentage points (a twenty per cent decrease in June),according to the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA).

The NAEA’s June Housing Market Report shows that the number of first time buyers dropped to 20 per cent, down from25 per cent in May 2014 (a 5 per cent decrease), the lowest level recorded since May 2013. The first time buyerstruggle is reflected in the age of this month’s house buyers, as those aged 18 to 30 represented just three per cent ofall house sales in June, the lowest percentage of young house buyers recorded by the NAEA to-date*.

It has been reported that nearly 80 per cent of NAEA member agents believe the recent announcement by the Bank ofEngland governor, Mark Carney, on the cap on high-risk mortgages, which will see only 15 per cent of new mortgagesat 4.5 times a borrower's income, will affect the number of first-time buyers and home owners looking to move.

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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