St. John's Wood

St. John's Wood · London

Essentials of St. John's Wood

St John's Wood is a very chic neighborhood in London. It is best known for its famous pedestrian crossing ""Abbey Road"" visible on the cover of the disc of the Beatles which has the same name.
NW8 is the famous post code of St John's Wood which is ranked 5th most expensive postal code in London thanks to the presence of many wealthy people such as doctors and other medical specialists. Architects built large Italian villas, surrounded by large gardens, but also modern luxury buildings that have expanded the available property offer. It is a very pleasant neighborhood, which, with its very chic side, has kept its village spirit.

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Understanding the St. John's Wood market

Since 2011, the property prices have risen by 29% in the United Kingdom and particularly in London, where prices reached a high record . According to UBS, the Swiss banking industry heavyweight, the risk of a housing bubble is high.

Therefore, in order to stop the price boom, the British government proposed solutions in its real-estate white paper of February 2017.

Besides, because of Brexit, the country may have a lower growth compared to the past years, with a loss of purchasing power for UK residents and a potential inflation rise. This phenomenon may have an impact on housing prices which may increase more slowly in London and which may favour foreign buyers.

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Seasons

Low Season

Oct 01 – May 01

Even if the United Kingdom is well-known for its rainy days and its unfavourable climate between October and April, you could benefit from a more affordable trip to London as hotels are less expensive during this period. However, it can be an unforgettable experience to visit London covered in a light layer of snow.

High Season

May 01 – Oct 01

If you prefer visiting London in suitable weather conditions, it is better to favour the period from May to September. You will be able to enjoy discovery and entertainment thanks to longer sunny days as there are many festivals and cultural attractions which take place during this period, such as the Queen Elizabet...

Peak Season

Jul 01 – Aug 31

The summer season of July and August is the most crowded one but it is a better guarantee of good weather conditions. Besides, there are various events which are organized during summer, such as the Championship Wimbledon. Nevertheless, as London attracts many tourists during this period of the year, you will have t...

Points of interest

Regent's Park

Regent's Park is an iconic spot in London and it is famous for being the largest sports area in the heart of London. This quiet park is the ideal place to enjoy a moment of tranquility, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, thanks to large lakes, splendid flower gardens and acres of free open space. Groups of...

Lord's Cricket Ground

The Lord's Cricket Ground is considered to be the home of cricket and as such, it welcomes more than 500 matches every year. Established in 1814, the place belongs to the world's biggest cricket brand, the Marylebone Cricket Club, which makes changes or updates the rules of cricket. The "home of cricket" is also hom...

Abbey Road

Abbey Road became famous thanks to the Beatles, which chose the spot for the cover of their final album in 1969. Crossing the popular zebra is now an unmissable attraction to do for any Beatles fan. Hundreds of people cross the street every day, hoping to replicate the image of the extremely popular group that chang...

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