Greater London
London
development finance.
Expert property development finance in London, Greater London. We connect developers with competitive funding from 100+ lenders.
London, Greater London
Property finance
in London.
Property development in London benefits from the strong buyer demand that characterises the South East market. Transport links, local amenities, and the area's established residential character support premium exit values for well-designed schemes. Whether you're planning a boutique residential conversion or a larger new-build development, the lending market for London projects is active and competitive.
Our team has arranged finance for multiple projects across Greater London, building relationships with lenders who understand local planning dynamics, build costs, and achievable values. This local knowledge allows us to present your London scheme to the right funders - those with genuine appetite for your specific project type and location.
The capital stack
Seven funding routes for
every London scheme.
Senior debt, mezzanine, bridging, equity, refurbishment, commercial mortgages and exit finance — arranged for London developers on the deal, not the product sheet.
Development Finance
Senior debt funding for ground-up residential and commercial developments.
Mezzanine Finance
Stretch your capital stack beyond senior debt to reduce equity requirements.
Bridging Loans
Short-term finance for acquisitions, auction purchases and time-sensitive deals.
Equity & Joint Ventures
Equity partnerships and JV structures for developers seeking capital partners.
Refurbishment Finance
Funding for light and heavy refurbishment projects including conversions.
Commercial Mortgages
Long-term finance for commercial property acquisition and refinancing.
Development Exit Finance
Short-term funding to repay development finance while you sell completed units.
Local market data
The London
property development market.
Avg. Property Price
£530,000
Population
8,800,000
Rental Yield Range
3.5-5.5%
Planning Authority
Various London Borough Councils
Market Overview
London operates as dozens of distinct micro-markets rather than a single entity. Inner London schemes command premium GDVs but face higher land costs and complex planning. Outer London boroughs - particularly those along Crossrail and DLR extensions - offer the best development economics for mid-market residential schemes targeting first-time buyers and young professionals.
Development Hotspots
- Nine Elms and Battersea Power Station regeneration
- Stratford and Olympic Park legacy developments
- Old Kent Road opportunity area
- Barking Riverside new town
- Brent Cross Town regeneration
Demand Drivers
- Chronic housing undersupply across all 33 boroughs
- Crossrail and Overground extension catchment premiums
- Build-to-Rent institutional demand in Zone 2-4
- Permitted development office conversions in the City fringe
Planning Obligations
Community Infrastructure Levy
Varies by borough - typically £100-£400/sqm for residential in outer London, up to £400+/sqm in prime central
Section 106 / Affordable Housing
Affordable housing typically 35% on-site (50% on public land). Boroughs negotiate viability-tested contributions on smaller schemes.
Conservation Areas
Development within conservation areas requires additional planning considerations including materials, design, and demolition controls.
- Numerous across all boroughs - over 1,000 designated conservation areas across Greater London
Lender Appetite in London
Very strong across all lender types. Inner London attracts institutional and family office capital for £5m+ schemes. Outer London is popular with specialist lenders for sub-£5m residential developments. Exit route certainty is high given sustained buyer demand.
Common questions
Property finance in London
— answered.
What types of property finance are available in London?
How do I apply for development finance in London?
Expert guides
Further reading
on development finance.
Development Finance vs Bridging Loans: Which Do You Need?
8 min read readMezzanine Finance vs Equity Funding: Choosing the Right Capital Stack
7 min read readBank vs Specialist Development Finance: Pros, Cons and When to Use Each
7 min read readSenior Debt vs Mezzanine Finance: How They Work Together in Your Capital Stack
7 min read readRecent deals
Property finance deals
in Greater London.
Real schemes we have structured for developers in Greater London. Sanitised for confidentiality, anchored in actual terms issued.
Where we fund
London,
Greater London.
Nearby markets
Adjacent towns
we also fund.
Croydon
Median · £415,000
South London's largest regeneration programme with over 10,000 new homes planned in the town centre
Barking
Median · £380,000
East London regeneration hub anchored by Barking Riverside - one of Europe's largest brownfield developments
Woolwich
Median · £450,000
Elizabeth Line connectivity driving residential demand along the Royal Arsenal Waterfront
Ealing
Median · £520,000
West London beneficiary of Crossrail with strong family housing demand and conservation area opportunities
Stratford
Median · £430,000
Olympic legacy area with continued institutional investment and strong transport connectivity
Lewisham
Median · £462,500
Bakerloo line extension target area with significant council-led regeneration plans
Ready when you are
Tell us the deal.
We’ll recommend the structure.
Submit your development finance enquiry in London and a partner will come back with an initial structure and indicative terms within one working day. No forms-for-forms’-sake — a short note on the scheme is enough.