Our North Leeds office is situated in WEST PARK which is a much sought after, established residential location to the north-west of Leeds (approximately five miles) and is in a very convenient position for comfortable daily commuting, by car, to the commercial centres of Leeds and Bradford and also the former spa towns of Harrogate and Ilkley.
There are regular public transport facilities to Leeds city centre, via Headingley and the university, on Otley Road (bus shelter less than two minute's walk) and shopping parades on Spen Lane (about five minute's drive by car) including a Coop, fish and chip shop and a chemist plus a post office on Butcher Hill. More extensive shopping facilities can be found at Headingley, Horsforth, Moortown and Meanwood with a choice of supermarkets including Morrisons, Sainsbury's and Waitrose and all of which are within approximately 10 minute's drive.
The famous Golden Acre Park is approximately three miles away and barely 10 minute's drive by car (also on a bus route) as is delightful open countryside. Leeds Bradford Airport is approximately 15 minute's drive. The Village Hotel and Leisure Club is less than five minute's walk and West Park Parades include hair and beauty salons, a popular restaurant, a choice of cafe bars with precinct tables and chairs, as well as a useful launderette.
THE "VIBRANT" AREA OF HEADINGLEY is a very short bus ride or approximately 20 minute's walk and has an excellent choice of shopping facilities, a mix of trendy bars and traditional flagged floor pubs, an interesting variety of restaurants and eating places and other leisure facilities including Cottage Road Cinema and both the Headingley cricket and rugby grounds.
West Park Playing Fields are about 10 minute's walk and are adjacent to woodland walks and rambles.
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on 15th Apr 2024 Bramhope (LS16 Area) Q1 2024 Property Market Report In the articles on the Bramhope property market, we like to provide an insight into the real story of what is happening in our Bramhope (and national) property market and address...
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The Bramhope housing market, like many others, has experienced a notable shift in 2023. The percentage of home sales agreed and moved (completed) compared to those withdrawn from the market unsold has decreased relative to 2022....
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The Resilient Growth of Bramhope’s Private Rented Sector with a Decade of Opportunities Amid Challenges As Bramhope strides into the future, the burgeoning private rented sector has continued to house many of its residents. The...
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The government has re-evaluated its stance on several eco-centric regulations, introducing essential modifications of interest to buy-to-let Leeds & Wharfedale landlords: It was planned that all landlords would be forced to...
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Exploring the Ethical Dimensions of Buy-to-Let Investment. Otley and LS21 have witnessed a profound transformation in its housing landscape over the last few years, and the surge in private renting has led to significant debates...
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Bramhope Rents Smash Through the £1,100 Barrier Are Bramhope Landlords Profiteering? The private rented sector for both Bramhope landlords and Bramhope tenants is facing immense challenges, with a shortage of available homes for...
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Why Does it Take 171 Days to Sell a Home in Otley and LS21? The average time to sell a house in the UK from start to finish is 170 days, equivalent to 24.3 weeks or 5.6 months from the first day of marketing to legal completion,...
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Is Ilkley and LS29 a Buyers’ or Sellers’ Property Market? A Comprehensive Guide for Ilkley and LS29 Homeowners In the ever-changing world of LS29 property, the terms ‘buyers’ market’ and ‘sellers’ market’ are...
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Since Christmas, Otley and LS21 first-time buyers and savvy buy-to-let landlords have been more active than expected in the Otley and LS21 property market. Rents in the Otley and LS21 area have soared in the last two years, with...
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What Leeds and Wharfedale Landlords and Tenants Need to Know The most critical piece of legislation affecting the private rented sector in England has been announced today in the Houses of Parliament. The Renters Reform Bill,...
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50% of Otley and LS21 house sellers in 2022 had only been in their old home on average 5 years and 43 weeks The share of Brits moving each year has been declining since the late 1980s (when at one stage, people moved every eight...
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As a Leeds or Wharfedale Landlord, finding the right tenants for your property is essential for a successful and stress-free rental experience. Unfortunately, it can be complex and challenging to screen tenants thoroughly on your...
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The number of properties available to rent in Bramhope has dropped from 201 to 94 since February 2020. The average rent a tenant has had to pay in Bramhope has risen from £915 to £1,391 since February 2020. Many Bramhope...
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I often get asked what is going to happen to Ilkley and LS29 house prices. Many things affect house prices, and it comes down to simple supply and demand. On the supply side of the equation, in the short-term, the number of people...
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Our quick and easy online valuation service is a good place to start if you are thinking of moving. Follow the instructions and there are also links just in case you need more accurate information. CLICK HERE for your FREE instant...
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Being an LS21 and LS29 landlord is undoubtedly a challenge. The glory years of making money from ‘any old property’ are certainly in the past. With increased legislation and taxation from Government and the cost-of-living...
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The predicament of the Bramhope LS16, 20 to 30 year olds who rent and their inability to get onto the housing ladder is often discussed in the press. There are 4.43m properties in the UK that are still in the private rented sector...
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Many commentators believe we have seen the peak of the LS16 property market. So, should savvy bargain hunters wait for LS16 house prices to fall? Or could postponing your house buying for any anticipated LS16 house price drop be a...
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Ilkley needs 58 additional private rented properties per year to keep up with current and future demand from Ilkley tenants. Yet over the last 5 years, Ilkley has lost 57 private rented homes. What are the 5 reasons the supply of...
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