Why Arch & Bloom is one of Guildford’s most exciting investment opportunities

Property investment in Guildford is having a moment. Overseas buyers are circling the town. The economy is strong, the trains are fast, the university keeps a steady stream of tenants coming through. Berkeley Group's Arch & Bloom is adding new supply into all of that, at a scale Guildford hasn't seen in years.

Connectivity that keeps London close

Guildford is about 30 miles southwest of Central London. A short walk to the station and you are in Waterloo in almost 30 minutes. This is not bad for an area that still retains its quaint, market town envrionment. The combination of connectivity with with scenic surroundings is why a lot of professionals keep opting for it. Heathrow and Gatwick airports aren’t far either. The A3 runs straight into central London and the The M25 and local bus routes cover Woking, Epsom, Leatherhead.

A development designed for modern living

Arch & Bloom is set to deliver 485 new homes across studios, one, two and three-bedroom apartments. Developed by St Edward, part of the prestigious Berkeley Group at North Street is right in the middle of Guildford. It is also a part of a wider £900 million town centre regeneration.

Another interesting fact that makes this development stand out is that in the past five years, Guildford has only added 174 new-build homes in Surrey. Arch & Bloom alone brings close to three times that number in a single project. The residents can take advantage of a 24-hour concierge, a private gym, a cinema lounge, co-working space, landscaped courtyards. The ground floor gives access to a range of retail and dining options at Astor Lane.

A university town with global reach

Many students, local and overseas, prefer Guildford as the University of Surrey is just ten minutes away. This academic year, the studen body draws from more than 140 nationalities. This steady inflow of students keeps demad consistent from postgrads, research staff and visiting academics. Families prefer this town for its schooling options. Twelve Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" or "Good" schools are within 1.5 miles of Arch & Bloom. Royal Grammar School and Guildford High School are on that list.

The investment case: rental yields in Guildford

Rental yields across Guildford’s postcodes range from 3% to around 5.3%, with the town centre near the top of the range. Rents here average from £2,150 a month close to the university and its research park. Compare these figures to a Zone 2 or 3 London postcodes. The entry prices here are lower, rental yield in Guildford hold up just as well and in some cases, even better.

Invest with Benham and Reeves India

Buying in a foreign country is not the same as buying at home. Distance can make decisions harder, complicated. This is why local guidance plays an important role. Benham and Reeves opened its India offices in 2011. Since then, our Mumbai and Delhi teams have worked alongside 21 London branches and guided clients through sourcing, negotiating, furnishing, letting. If Arch & Bloom appeals to you, get in touch. Our India team is happy to walk you through it.

Overseas investors are taking notice

Most of overseas buyers seek investment opportunities that is not tied to one industry. Guildford ticks the box as it is home to a university, a solid local job market and a steady flow of London commuters. To explore the surrounding area, this Guildford Area Guide can help.