While the quality of a property is a big factor in the overall price that a home can achieve, there is a lot to be said for the fact that many other factors will play a role in the overall level of demand and price for properties in the UK, and of course, London. There is a need for properties to have a great range of local amenities and features to increase their value to an individual byer. Being located close to some of the most exciting elements in the capital of England creates a level of demand, but there is always a desire and determination to find more elements of interest.

Being situated on the banks of the Thames is an attractive proposition for many people in London but it needs to be remembered that this will often limit the space and facilities around your property. There is a lot to be said for being located close to the river bank and the various forms of entertainment and leisure activities, but if there is no bridge or walkway to the other side of the river, you may find that you are unable to benefit from what is available within walking distance.

This is why there is a great deal of focus on the bridges of London, and there is a number of proposed and planned bridge prospects in the capital at the moment. One such bridge is the Garden Bridge, which helps to link the Temple area of the city to the South Bank. The South Bank is one of the most exciting areas of London, and being able to access this part of the city is something that will bring considerable benefit to many people in the local area.

The Garden Bridge was designed by Thomas Heatherwick, who was heavily involved with many of the designs of the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games. The bridge, as the name probably suggests, will feature woodlands elements alongside the path across the Thames, providing a visually stunning addition to the local area on top of the benefits of the walkway. At the moment there is only a computer generated layout of the bridge, but it seems to be an attractive proposition. There will be trees and wild flowers while there will also be a green park.

This bridge is indicative of the different approach that London is taking towards the Thames. In the corporate 1980s, the Thames was discarded, thought of as something which was a necessity in the area, but of being no value or merit. This is certainly not the case now, with the Thames and the areas on the banks of the river being hailed as ranking highly amongst the most vibrant and exciting parts of the city.

Property developers are swooping in

As you would expect, property developers seemed to cotton on to this fact quicker than most people and there are currently 3,000 homes being constructed alongside both banks of the Thames and there are many areas of the capital being deemed as prime London when a decade or two ago it would have been horribly overlooked.

In recent times, there has been a massive level of acceptance regarding the South Bank. This is a vibrant part of London and of course, there are some stunning views to be enjoyed from this part of the capital. From a reputable South Bank property, you can enjoy views of the Houses of Parliament, Canary Wharf, St Paul’s Cathedral and even Somerset House. The area also houses the London Eye, the Tate Modern, the Shard, the Globe, the Borough Market ensuring the South Bank is regarded as a place for boho chic in the English capital.

The level of demand for the South Bank can be seen in the fact that it is currently being described as the third city of London, with the city of London and the city of Westminster leading the way. As any city grows in popularity, there is a need to expand and the eastern and western fringes of the South Bank are experiencing a rise in demand, which means that London property surveyors are experiencing a lot more in this area. An area like the Riverwalk, close to Westminster Abbey and Houses of Parliament, is an excellent example of the new blocks and living areas that are sprouting up on the banks of the river.

The north side of the river has long been deemed an area full of millionaires but it seems as though the south bank is catching up. This means that there is a great demand for the services of a local surveyor find one here who can operate in these locations.

Andrew Reilly is a freelance writer with a focus on news stories and consumer interest articles. He has been writing professionally for 8 years but has been writing for as long as he can care to remember. When Andrew isn't sat behind a laptop or researching a story, he will be found watching a gig or a game of football.