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Daily Mail
18-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE This is the borough where Londoners get most garden for their money
Across London, buyers get just 23.6 square metres of garden space per £100,000 they spend on a property, data seen by This is Money reveals. However, some areas of the capital offer much better value. We dug into the data, provided by solar panel company Eurocell, to find out how much garden space house buyers get for every £100,000 they spend on their home. The research only looks at houses, and not flats - accounting for the large proportion of homes that have private outdoor space. In the bustling City of London, only 23 per cent of properties come with a garden, Eurocell said. With average property prices in the City of London at around £787,104, buyers will only get a tiny 2.1 sq m of garden space per £100,000 spent. Houses in notoriously expensive Westminster, where average house prices stand at £920,645, typically have gardens spanning 40.8 sq m. In Westminster, 75 per cent of houses come with private outdoor space, with buyers only getting 4.4 sq m per £100,000 spent. Across Kensington and Chelsea, 85 per cent of houses come with a garden, but the median size of a garden in the area is 54 sq m. According to Office for National Statistics data from 2020, this is less than a third of the size of the average garden in Great Britain at 188 sq m. Average property prices in Kensington and Chelsea are around £1.18million, meaning buyers get just 4.6 sq m of private outdoor space per £100,000 spent. In Hammersmith and Fulham, slightly to the west of central London, 98 per cent of properties have a garden. In this area, the average property price is £734,126, with buyers getting 7.6 sq m of garden per £100,000 spent. Other locations where buyers pay a hefty premium for relatively small outdoor spaces include Camden, Islington and Wandsworth. Beth Boulton, marketing director at Eurocell, told This is Money: 'Outdoor living has become a major selling point for today's homebuyers - especially in London, where private space is limited and highly sought after. 'Gardens are no longer just "nice to have"; they're seen as essential sanctuaries, offering a break from busy city life and a chance to recharge in nature.' Best value gardens in London Sutton, Havering, Bexley and Bromley came out as the top four spots with the biggest gardens. In Sutton, average house prices are £445,207, while the median garden size is 178.2 sq m. On average, buyers in Sutton get 40 sq m of garden per £100,000 spent on a property in the area - almost 20 times as much as those in the City of London. Across Bexley, average house prices are lower and buyers get 46 sq m of garden per £100,000. Buyers snapping up houses in Bromley enjoy a median garden size of 239.5 sq m, the biggest of any London borough. Average house prices in Bromley are around £517,679. Around 94 per cent of houses in Tower Hamlets come with some outdoor space. With average property prices at £502,561, buyers get 10.9 sq m of garden for every £100,000 they spend on a property, according to Eurocell. In locations like Merton, Ealing, Lewisham and Greenwich buyers also get more garden space for their money. In Merton, average property prices come in at £619,145 and the median garden size stands at 119.5 sq m. Buyers get 19.1 sq m of garden per £100,000 spent on their property. Eurocell's Boulton added: 'Our data shows that boroughs like Bromley, Bexley, and Havering offer an average of 239 sq m of private outdoor space, making them an attractive long-term investment for families and first-time buyers. 'In contrast, outdoor space in areas like Westminster, Camden, and Kensington and Chelsea comes at a premium - but with smart design and landscaping, even compact gardens can become standout features that significantly enhance a property's appeal and value.' Separate data from Eurocell this month showed that Aberdeen was the best urban location to get more garden for your money across Britain. The Scottish city offers 161.8 sq m of garden per £100,000 spent on a property. This is five times more the outdoor space buyers in Portsmouth get for their money. Dundee and Stirling made up the top three cities where buyers get more garden space for their money. Rotherham, South Yorkshire, came in fourth place in the rankings, offering buyers 108.99 sq m of garden space for every £100,000 spent on the property. How to find a new mortgage Borrowers who need a mortgage because their current fixed rate deal is ending, or they are buying a home, should explore their options as soon as possible. Quick mortgage finder links with This is Money's partner L&C > Mortgage rates calculator > Find the right mortgage for you What if I need to remortgage? Borrowers should compare rates, speak to a mortgage broker and be prepared to act. Homeowners can lock in to a new deal six to nine months in advance, often with no obligation to take it. Most mortgage deals allow fees to be added to the loan and only be charged when it is taken out. This means borrowers can secure a rate without paying expensive arrangement fees. Keep in mind that by doing this and not clearing the fee on completion, interest will be paid on the fee amount over the entire term of the loan, so this may not be the best option for everyone. What if I am buying a home? Those with home purchases agreed should also aim to secure rates as soon as possible, so they know exactly what their monthly payments will be. Buyers should avoid overstretching and be aware that house prices may fall, as higher mortgage rates limit people's borrowing ability and buying power. How to compare mortgage costs The best way to compare mortgage costs and find the right deal for you is to speak to a broker. This is Money has a long-standing partnership with fee-free broker L&C, to provide you with fee-free expert mortgage advice. Interested in seeing today's best mortgage rates? Use This is Money and L&Cs best mortgage rates calculator to show deals matching your home value, mortgage size, term and fixed rate needs. If you're ready to find your next mortgage, why not use L&C's online Mortgage Finder. It will search 1,000's of deals from more than 90 different lenders to discover the best deal for you. > Find your best mortgage deal with This is Money and L&C Be aware that rates can change quickly, however, and so if you need a mortgage or want to compare rates, speak to L&C as soon as possible, so they can help you find the right mortgage for you.
Daily Mail
13-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
The 10 places in Britain where you'll get the biggest garden for your money
Aberdeen is the best urban location to get more garden for your money, new data published reveals. The Scottish city offers 161.8m² of garden per £100,000 spent on a property, according to building products firm Eurocell. This is five times more the outdoor space buyers in Portsmouth get for their money, the data added. Dundee and Stirling made up the top three cities where buyers get more garden space for their money. Rotherham, South Yorkshire, came in fourth place in the rankings, offering buyers 108.99m² of garden space for every £100,000 spent on the property. In Rotherham, average property prices are around £179,194, while the average garden size in the area is 195.30m². Bigger garden for your buck: Aberdeen is the best urban location to get more garden for your money The town of Newcastle-under-Lyme came in fifth place, providing buyers with 106.73m² of garden per £100,000. The average cost of a home is Newcastle-under-Lyme is around £195,171. Barnsley, Hartlepool, Mansfield, Stoke-on-Trent and Stockton-on-Tees also made it to the top 10 list of urban hotspots offering the biggest gardens for your money. Northern cities across Scotland, Yorkshire and the North East typically ranked highest, Eurocell said. Less garden for your money in Portsmouth London was not included in the rankings and is notorious for offering small garden spaces at a high premium. Within the towns and cities ranked, Portsmouth emerged as the location offering the smallest sized garden for your money. While the average house price in the Hampshire city is cheaper than average, outdoor space of only 75.40m² means buyers in the city only get 29.87m² of garden space per £100,000, Eurocell claimed. At a premium: Homeowners in cities like Portsmouth, Cambridge, Oxford and Brighton pay a premium for their outdoor space, Eurocell said Cambridge and Oxford ranked second and third respectively. With the average property price hovering at around £500,000 in both locations, buyers in the two university cities get around 30m² per £100,000 they spend on their home purchase. Brighton, Bristol, Watford, Milton Keynes, Reading and Exeter also featured in the ten locations offering the smallest garden spaces per £100,000. How to make a small garden look bigger Many people do not have a large garden, but there are plenty of ways to make the space appear bigger and ensure it works for your household. As a starting point, incorporate taller plants, trees and shrubs into a small garden. Cover boundaries to make the space appear bigger and introduce layered planting to give the space a sense of depth. Lighting and mirrors can also help make small gardens appear bigger and make sure fences or sheds are painted in light colours to help give a feeling of space. Use garden furniture wisely in small gardens. Make sure it fit into the space before you buy it. Foldable furniture can be very handy for small gardens. Small gardens, courtyards and balconies and window boxes can be great places to grow fruit and vegetables, so do not ignore them just because your outdoor space is small. Scrutinising data from the Office for National Statistics and Land Registry, Eurcoell found that, excluding flats, around 96 per cent of homes have private outdoor space, with the average home coming with 207m² of garden space. Beth Boulton, marketing director at Eurocell, said: 'The garden has become an extension of the living room, used for everything from entertaining to relaxing, working, or even exercising. 'Our research shows that homeowners in cities like Aberdeen, Dundee and Rotherham are getting incredible value when it comes to garden space, and that's something worth investing in. 'On the other hand, homeowners in cities like Portsmouth, Cambridge, Oxford and Brighton pay a premium for their outdoor space, but that value can be retained and expanded upon with creative planning to make the best use of the garden, attracting higher offers from buyers.' How to find a new mortgage Borrowers who need a mortgage because their current fixed rate deal is ending, or they are buying a home, should explore their options as soon as possible. Quick mortgage finder links with This is Money's partner L&C > Mortgage rates calculator > Find the right mortgage for you What if I need to remortgage? Borrowers should compare rates, speak to a mortgage broker and be prepared to act. Homeowners can lock in to a new deal six to nine months in advance, often with no obligation to take it. Most mortgage deals allow fees to be added to the loan and only be charged when it is taken out. This means borrowers can secure a rate without paying expensive arrangement fees. Keep in mind that by doing this and not clearing the fee on completion, interest will be paid on the fee amount over the entire term of the loan, so this may not be the best option for everyone. What if I am buying a home? Those with home purchases agreed should also aim to secure rates as soon as possible, so they know exactly what their monthly payments will be. Buyers should avoid overstretching and be aware that house prices may fall, as higher mortgage rates limit people's borrowing ability and buying power. How to compare mortgage costs The best way to compare mortgage costs and find the right deal for you is to speak to a broker. This is Money has a long-standing partnership with fee-free broker L&C, to provide you with fee-free expert mortgage advice. Interested in seeing today's best mortgage rates? Use This is Money and L&Cs best mortgage rates calculator to show deals matching your home value, mortgage size, term and fixed rate needs. If you're ready to find your next mortgage, why not use L&C's online Mortgage Finder. It will search 1,000's of deals from more than 90 different lenders to discover the best deal for you. Be aware that rates can change quickly, however, and so if you need a mortgage or want to compare rates, speak to L&C as soon as possible, so they can help you find the right mortgage for you.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
3 UK Dividend Stocks Offering Yields Up To 6%
In recent times, the UK market has faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 index experiencing declines due to weak trade data from China and global economic uncertainties. Amid these fluctuations, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability, providing investors with regular income even when market conditions are volatile. Name Dividend Yield Dividend Rating WPP (LSE:WPP) 7.02% ★★★★★★ Man Group (LSE:EMG) 7.78% ★★★★★☆ Keller Group (LSE:KLR) 3.50% ★★★★★☆ Treatt (LSE:TET) 3.20% ★★★★★☆ 4imprint Group (LSE:FOUR) 5.19% ★★★★★☆ DCC (LSE:DCC) 4.15% ★★★★★☆ Big Yellow Group (LSE:BYG) 4.64% ★★★★★☆ OSB Group (LSE:OSB) 7.16% ★★★★★☆ NWF Group (AIM:NWF) 4.64% ★★★★★☆ James Latham (AIM:LTHM) 7.48% ★★★★★☆ Click here to see the full list of 61 stocks from our Top UK Dividend Stocks screener. Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies. Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆ Overview: Big Yellow Group is the UK's leading brand in self storage, with a market cap of £1.91 billion. Operations: Big Yellow Group generates its revenue primarily from the provision of self storage and related services, amounting to £203.01 million. Dividend Yield: 4.6% Big Yellow Group offers a reliable dividend yield of 4.64%, though it falls short compared to the top UK payers. Its dividends have grown steadily over the past decade, with stable payments covered by both earnings and cash flows at payout ratios of 76.8% and 77.5%, respectively. Despite recent earnings volatility due to large one-off items, BYG trades at a favorable price-to-earnings ratio of 7.2x, suggesting good relative value in its sector. Navigate through the intricacies of Big Yellow Group with our comprehensive dividend report here. The analysis detailed in our Big Yellow Group valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value. Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Eurocell plc manufactures, distributes, and recycles PVC building products such as windows, doors, and roofline components in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, with a market cap of £156 million. Operations: Eurocell plc's revenue is primarily derived from its Profiles segment, contributing £209.80 million, and its Building Plastics segment, adding £212.30 million. Dividend Yield: 4% Eurocell's dividend payments, though historically volatile, are currently well-covered by earnings and cash flows with payout ratios of 61.8% and 18.3%, respectively. Recent earnings growth of £10.5 million supports a proposed final dividend increase to 6.1 pence per share for the year. The company has also initiated a £5 million share buyback program aimed at enhancing shareholder value through reduced capital and improved earnings per share, despite trading below estimated fair value by 60.5%. Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Eurocell's dividend report. Our valuation report here indicates Eurocell may be undervalued. Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Rathbones Group Plc, with a market cap of £1.60 billion, offers wealth and asset management services in the United Kingdom and Channel Islands through its subsidiaries. Operations: Rathbones Group Plc generates its revenue from two primary segments: Wealth Management, contributing £814.20 million, and Asset Management, adding £81.70 million. Dividend Yield: 6% Rathbones Group's dividend, though historically volatile and currently not well-covered by earnings due to a high payout ratio of 147.3%, is supported by a reasonable cash payout ratio of 40.6%. The company announced an interim dividend increase to 93 pence for the year, reflecting confidence in its financial position. Recent executive changes, including the upcoming CEO transition to Jonathan Sorrell, aim to bolster strategic growth initiatives following successful integration with Investec Wealth & Investment (UK). Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Rathbones Group. Our expertly prepared valuation report Rathbones Group implies its share price may be too high. Delve into our full catalog of 61 Top UK Dividend Stocks here. Are these companies part of your investment strategy? Use Simply Wall St to consolidate your holdings into a portfolio and gain insights with our comprehensive analysis tools. Take control of your financial future using Simply Wall St, offering free, in-depth knowledge of international markets to every investor. Explore high-performing small cap companies that haven't yet garnered significant analyst attention. Fuel your portfolio with companies showing strong growth potential, backed by optimistic outlooks both from analysts and management. Find companies with promising cash flow potential yet trading below their fair value. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include LSE:BYG LSE:ECEL and LSE:RAT. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? with us directly. 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Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UK Stocks That Might Be Priced Below Their Estimated Value
The United Kingdom's stock market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 index experiencing declines due to weak trade data from China and its impact on global economic sentiment. As investors navigate these turbulent conditions, identifying stocks that may be undervalued becomes crucial, as they could offer potential opportunities amidst broader market uncertainties. Name Current Price Fair Value (Est) Discount (Est) Eurocell (LSE:ECEL) £1.55 £3.04 49% On the Beach Group (LSE:OTB) £2.32 £4.59 49.5% Informa (LSE:INF) £7.858 £15.47 49.2% JD Sports Fashion (LSE:JD.) £0.7982 £1.53 48% Victrex (LSE:VCT) £9.65 £18.30 47.3% AstraZeneca (LSE:AZN) £118.08 £217.85 45.8% Likewise Group (AIM:LIKE) £0.185 £0.37 49.9% Vanquis Banking Group (LSE:VANQ) £0.585 £1.13 48.4% TI Fluid Systems (LSE:TIFS) £1.968 £3.75 47.5% Kromek Group (AIM:KMK) £0.0565 £0.11 49.8% Click here to see the full list of 60 stocks from our Undervalued UK Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener. Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener. Overview: Bellway p.l.c., along with its subsidiaries, operates in the homebuilding sector across the United Kingdom and has a market capitalization of approximately £2.77 billion. Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from its UK House Building segment, which generated £2.38 billion. Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 18.6% Bellway is trading at £23.38, below its estimated fair value of £28.73, indicating potential undervaluation based on cash flows. While earnings are forecast to grow significantly at 21.3% annually, revenue growth is expected to be moderate at 9.7%, outpacing the UK market's average but trailing behind more aggressive targets. Despite a low return on equity forecast and profit margins declining from last year, analysts anticipate a stock price increase of 33.6%. Our expertly prepared growth report on Bellway implies its future financial outlook may be stronger than recent results. Delve into the full analysis health report here for a deeper understanding of Bellway. Overview: Phoenix Group Holdings plc operates in the long-term savings and retirement business in Europe, with a market cap of approximately £5.77 billion. Operations: The company's revenue segments include With-profits (£429 million), Europe and Other (£659 million), Pensions & Savings (£1.16 billion), and Retirement Solutions (£3.92 billion). Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 27.8% Phoenix Group Holdings is trading at £5.78, significantly below its estimated fair value of £8, highlighting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite a reported net loss of £1.09 billion for 2024, the company is forecast to become profitable in three years with high return on equity projections. However, revenue is expected to decline by 25.9% annually over the next three years, and the dividend yield of 9.47% isn't well covered by earnings. Insights from our recent growth report point to a promising forecast for Phoenix Group Holdings' business outlook. Dive into the specifics of Phoenix Group Holdings here with our thorough financial health report. Overview: Deliveroo plc operates an online food delivery platform across several countries including the United Kingdom, Ireland, and France, with a market cap of approximately £1.82 billion. Operations: The company's revenue primarily comes from the operation of its on-demand food delivery platform, generating £2.07 billion. Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 42.5% Deliveroo, trading at £1.24, is significantly below its estimated fair value of £2.16, suggesting undervaluation based on cash flows. The company reported a net income of £2.9 million for 2024, reversing a prior net loss and showing improved profitability prospects with earnings forecast to grow 66.79% annually. Deliveroo's revenue growth outpaces the UK market and recent buyback plan expansion to £250 million further enhances shareholder value potential amidst positive financial momentum. Our growth report here indicates Deliveroo may be poised for an improving outlook. Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Deliveroo's balance sheet health report. Investigate our full lineup of 60 Undervalued UK Stocks Based On Cash Flows right here. Invested in any of these stocks? Simplify your portfolio management with Simply Wall St and stay ahead with our alerts for any critical updates on your stocks. Maximize your investment potential with Simply Wall St, the comprehensive app that offers global market insights for free. Explore high-performing small cap companies that haven't yet garnered significant analyst attention. Diversify your portfolio with solid dividend payers offering reliable income streams to weather potential market turbulence. Fuel your portfolio with companies showing strong growth potential, backed by optimistic outlooks both from analysts and management. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. 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Reuters
28-01-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Eurocell flags tough market amid subdued housing repair, maintenance activity
Jan 28 (Reuters) - Britain's Eurocell (ECEL.L), opens new tab, the maker and distributor of window, door and PVC roofline products, said on Tuesday it expects near-term outlook to remain "challenging", hurt by subdued activity in home repair and improvement market. WHY IT'S IMPORTANT? Companies such as Eurocell, which have significant exposure to the housing sector, have been grappling with challenging market conditions for most of last year as elevated interest rates and macroeconomic difficulties dented consumer sentiment. This has led to a reduction in non-essential spending, including those for home repair, maintenance and improvement works. In her October budget, UK finance minister Rachel Reeves confirmed that a key tax benefit for first-time homebuyers will cease from April this year. BY THE NUMBERS Eurocell's group sales for the year ended Dec. 31, 2024 were 358 million pounds ($445.1 million), down 2% on the prior year. The company also estimated additional costs of about 3 million pounds per annum stemming from employers' National Insurance and National Living Wage changes, announced in the autumn budget, which take effect from April 2025. MARKET REACTION Shares in the FTSE Small Cap (.FTSC), opens new tab firm fell as much as 8.2% to a near five-month low of 145 pence. The stock was down 4.4% by 1139 GMT and was the top percentage loser on the Small Cap index. ($1 = 0.8042 pounds)
