The Green Quarter, Southall: green living next to the Elizabeth Line
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Hello everyone. One of the largest new green living districts in London, and Elizabeth Line istasyonu within walking distance. Today, by Berkeley, The Green Quarter is what we are looking at today!
For prices, taxes and the whole buying process, see our guide: UK Property Guide
Apartment types, current price range and location: see the project page
A huge Berkeley Group scheme in the Southall part of Ealing, west London, brought about by the regeneration of a former gasworks site. The name is no accident: a sustainable living district of generous green space, city gardens, footpaths and ponds is being built. There are options from studios to penthouses. And the location is this: Southall Elizabeth Line istasyonu nearby. Yes, you read that correctly: Bond Street 20 minutes, Heathrow 10 minutes.
Prices
- One bedroom apartments: £580,000and up
- Studio, one, two and three bedroom, and generous penthouse options
- Apartment size: 45 m²and up
- Handed over in stages, with new phases still running
- Address: Randolph Road, Southall, Ealing, London UB1
Berkeley Groupis the longest established developer in England and a reference name on large scale sustainable regeneration schemes. the advantages of buying a new build home with a green living concept, one of the most comprehensive schemes in London.
Why The Green Quarter?
The Elizabeth Line: the real story of this scheme: after the Elizabeth Line opened, Southall moved into an entirely different position. This corner of west London is now minutes from the centre and from the airport.
- Southall an Elizabeth Line station within walking distance
- on the Elizabeth Line Paddington’a 15 dakika, 20 minutes to Bond Street, Liverpool Street’e 28 dakika
- Heathrow Airport: on the Elizabeth Line, about 10 minutes
- The Grand Union Canal and Osterley Park close by
- quick access to the motorway network via the M4 and A40
Ten minutes to Heathrow: a rare combination: there are very few locations in London from which you reach both the centre and the airport this quickly. For professionals who travel often and for people working in aviation, that is a very strong argument when letting.
Daily life: in the greenery, at the centre of the connections
Bond Street in 20 minutes on the Elizabeth Line in the morning. On a business trip you are at Heathrow in 10 minutes, picking up your case on the way out. A walk in the scheme’s city gardens at lunchtime, time in the wellbeing area in the evening. At the weekend Osterley Park, a cycle along the canal, or the South Asian food of Southall that has no equal in London. Ealing’s schools and green spaces are a further draw for families.
The Green Quarter rental yield
The Elizabeth Line link and a sensible entry price produce a good yield. One bedroom apartments usually let for £1,650 to £1,800, 2+1s £2,000 to £2,200 a month. That puts the gross rental yield in the 3.4-3.7% band.
Tenant profile: professionals working in central London, staff of Heathrow and the aviation sector, hospital and school staff around Ealing, and young families. The strongest thing about Heathrow demand is its stability; it is less affected by economic swings than districts centred on finance. For areas with a similar profile, high yield buy to let areas is worth a look.
The shared areas and the details that set The Green Quarter apart
- Generous green space and city gardens: the element that gives the scheme its identity; this scale is rare in London.
- Footpaths: spread through the scheme and part of daily life.
- Fitness and wellbeing areas: not just a gym; whole facilities built around healthy living.
- Sports facilities: indoor and outdoor facilities for residents.
- Children’s play areas: a decisive advantage for families.
- Cafes, restaurants and commercial units: no need to leave the neighbourhood for everyday needs.
- Penthouse options: generous layouts and a panoramic view on the upper floors.
- Landscaped communal areas: integrated fitted kitchen and modern bathrooms as standard.
Energy efficiency and comfort
A sustainable way of living sits at the centre of this scheme; the apartments are built with a high performance facade, modern insulation and efficient systems, and are typically EPC B band. Against the older building stock of Ealing and Southall the difference in the annual bill is very plain. If you let the property you are also safe against the tightening minimum energy standards.
Who is buying?
This project draws two groups. The first is Those who value the Heathrow link, business people who travel often and staff of the aviation sector. The second is families looking for green space: few schemes in London offer parks and gardens on this scale. And investors who want to benefit from the value the Elizabeth Line has brought to the district.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Southall area like? Southall is home to London’s strongest South Asian community and is famous for its food. It is changing fast with the Elizabeth Line. The Green Quarter is a planned, self contained settlement in itself; the neighbourhood fabric around it is still in transition.
Is Zone 4 not far out? Bond Street 20 minutes and Heathrow 10 minutes on the Elizabeth Line. That is a better connection than many Zone 2 districts of London.
The project is phased, which phase should I buy? Earlier phases are usually cheaper; later phases complete sooner and sit in a more settled setting. We decide together, according to your goal.
What is the tenure? Leasehold: Berkeley schemes typically grant a term of up to 999 years.
Can I buy remotely from abroad? Yes. For the details, our remote property purchase guide page.
Can I use a mortgage? Foreign buyers can normally borrow up to 65-75% of the value. UK mortgages for foreign nationals is worth reading.
Total cost: what you actually pay when you buy at The Green Quarter
Many overseas buyers look only at the apartment price and meet a surprise at completion. Let us work out the real cost on a £580,000 apartment. Stamp duty (SDLT) in the United Kingdom is banded: 0% up to £125,000, then 2%, 5%, 10% and 12%. On top of that, non-residents pay a 2% surcharge, and if you already own another home, a further 5% additional dwelling rate applies.
| Item | If it will be your only home | If it will be an additional home |
|---|---|---|
| Property price | £580,000 | £580,000 |
| Stamp duty (SDLT) | £30,600 | £59,600 |
| Legal fees | £1,500 to £3,000 | £1,500 to £3,000 |
| Searches and Land Registry fees | about £800 | about £800 |
| Approximate total | £612,900 | £643,400 |
With a mortgage there are also valuation and bank charges, and if you let the property, management commission and income tax. The figures above are indicative, based on a £580,000 entry price; we prepare the exact calculation for your own scenario.
The Green Quarter buying process, step by step
If you are buying from another country, the process runs like this:
- 1. Choosing the apartment and reserving it. We go through the floor plans, the aspect and the view. The apartment you choose is usually held with a reservation fee of £5,000 to £10,000.
- 2. Appointing a solicitor. An independent English property solicitor (conveyancer) is appointed. That solicitor acts for you, not for the developer.
- 3. Identity and source of funds checks. You will be asked for a passport, proof of address and documents showing the source of your funds. This step is compulsory in the United Kingdom, and having the papers ready shortens the process.
- 4. Exchange of contracts and deposit. Contracts are usually exchanged within 21 days of the reservation, with a 10% deposit. The signature can be given digitally from abroad.
- 5. Stage payments. In off plan projects these follow the payment schedule; for completed apartments the step is skipped.
- 6. Completion. The remaining balance and the stamp duty are paid and the title is registered in your name. For completed apartments this stage can take four to eight weeks.
You can run the whole process from your own country; you do not have to travel to the United Kingdom.
Risks and what to watch for
We have set out the strengths; in fairness there are points to watch as well. For The Green Quarter, these are the ones worth pausing on:
- The area around Southall is in transition: the scheme itself is planned and self contained but the neighbourhood fabric around it is still changing.
- Zone 4 location: the Elizabeth Line is strong, but it is far for anyone after the prestige of central London.
- Very large, phased project: handed over in stages; construction continues around the newer phases.
- Supply bunching at completion: a great many apartments may reach the rental market in the same period.
None of this makes the project a bad one, but there is a wide gap between buying with your eyes open and finding out afterwards. We give every client this list up front.
How does The Green Quarter compare with the alternatives?
Before you decide, it is worth looking at the other projects in the same budget band:
- Grand Union: the same group’s alternative on the canal in west London.
- Lampton Parkside: an alternative at a more affordable entry price, supported by Heathrow demand.
- White City Living: an upper segment amenity package in west London including a pool and a spa.
We can work out together which project fits your goal, judged on budget, intended use and exit plan. For an overview, our guide to UK property investment for international buyers is worth reading too.
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