Building a home in the UK is cheaper if you don’t consider the cost of land, otherwise buying a house is cheaper. Is it cheaper to build a house in London? In 2022, the cost of building a house in London from scratch is £3,500 per square metre. The price is measured in pounds per […]
Category: London
Why Did The Population Of London Increase In The 1800S?
It grew to well over three million by 1860, and six and a half million by 1900. In part, this was down to improved mortality rates. Because of improvements in sanitation, building standards and food supplies, London ceased to be a sink of mortality for rural immigrants. What happened to London’s population during the 1800s? […]
How Much Does It Cost To Raise A Child In London?
The average cost of a child for a family in the UK is estimated to be around £150,000 and £180,000 over a lifetime. However, the average costs decrease with each additional child. What is the best way to begin preparing financially for a child? How much does it cost to raise a child in the […]
What Percentage Of Salary Should Go To Mortgage London?
35%. How Much of Your Income Should You Spend on a Mortgage in the UK? TL;DR: You should try to spend no more than 35% of your gross (pre-tax) income on your mortgage. A more conservative recommendation is no more than 25% of your gross income. What percentage of my salary should I spend on […]
When Was The Great Flood In London?
In 1928 the Thames flooded much of central London, with fatal consequences. It was the last time the heart of the UK’s capital has been under water. How did the city cope and what has changed? What was the worst flood in London? August 13, 1937 was probably the worst flooding in London history. When […]
How Much Is The Road Tax In London?
2022-2023 Budget, updated on 23 March 2022 The first-year road tax has also been adjusted to hit high-polluting cars. For most car buyers that means road tax now ranges from £120 (for cars producing 76-90g/km) to £585 (151-170g/km). What is London road tax? The current annual flat rate of road tax for the 2022/2023 tax […]
Which Parts Of London Are At Risk Of Flooding?
Zurich’s analysis reveals nearly half (14,780) of London’s 33,205 basements properties in commercial use are exposed to surface water flooding. Borough Percentage of commercial buildings at flood risk 1. Kensington and Chelsea 63% 2. Hammersmith and Fulham 56% 3. Merton 54% (54.3) 4. Southwark 54% (54.1) What parts of London will be underwater by 2050? […]
What Does City Of London Investment Trust Invest In?
UK equities. The City of London Investment Trust aims, to provide long-term growth in income and capital, principally by investment in UK equities, with a bias towards large, multinational companies. Is the City of London Investment Trust a good investment? The broker Numis rates it as an attractive core holding for investors seeking income from […]
How Much Does The Average Commuter Spend In London?
The survey found that about two-thirds of Londoners pay £20 or more a week to commute, with an average cost of £64.19. What is the cheapest way to commute to London? How to travel cheap in London Get an Oyster card. Go contactless. Know where you’re travelling to. Avoid travelling during peak hours. Take the […]
Why Is London Vulnerable To Flooding?
The London Climate Change partnership says London is especially prone to surface water and sewage flooding following heavy rainfall, due to the large number of “impermeable surfaces” like roads and pavements, and Victorian drainage systems that aren’t equipped to cope with increased water flows. Why is London flood risk? London is prone to flooding from […]