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Investec Real Estate (“Investec”) has provided a joint venture between Watkin Jones plc, the UK’s leading developer and manager of residential for rent, and Housing Growth Partnership, the Lloyds-backed equity investor, with a development loan to fund the construction of a purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme in Stratford, East London, with a GDV of c. £120 million. It takes Investec’s provision of PBSA finance since 2011 to over £1.1 billion, in what is a highly defensive sector underpinned by compelling demographic trends and where there remains a critical shortage of modern, well-connected and sustainable space. According to CBRE and QX Global, the gap between demand for PBSA and available supply in London, which has the highest density of leading universities of any global city, currently stands at c. 105,000 full-time students. Targeting completion in time for the start of the 2026/27 academic year, the development will comprise 397 rooms and circa 2,000 sqm of commercial space. It is conveniently located to cater for the nearly 14,000 students studying at UCL East and UAL’s London College of Fashion campuses in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, as well as the nearby Birkbeck College and UEL University Square Stratford campus. https://lnkd.in/eXjb29q6

Excellent! Sustainability significantly influences property development by encouraging the creation of energy-efficient, environmentally friendly buildings. This approach by Watkin Jones not only reduces the carbon footprint but also aligns with global sustainability goals, potentially increasing property value and attracting eco-conscious investors and tenants.

🌟 Exciting News for Investors Eyeing Wolverhampton! 🌟 Investors, buckle up! 🚀 Wolverhampton is proving to be a goldmine, and here's why: an incredible 91% of schools in the city are now rated either 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by Ofsted – a historic high! In less than a decade, we've witnessed a remarkable increase of over 20 percentage points, showcasing the city's commitment to providing top-notch education. 📚 This achievement not only surpasses previous records but also positions Wolverhampton ahead of both the regional and national averages. Invest with confidence in a city where education is thriving and setting new standards! 📈 Let's pave the way for a brighter future together! 💼 Full story: https://lnkd.in/ehydSBYj #InvestInWolverhampton #EducationMatters #InvestmentOpportunity #WolverhamptonSuccessStory

📢 New research from BESA: State of the Estate   This report examines the provision and condition of school building and infrastructure of over 900 UK schools, looking at various aspects of the condition and planned investment for school infrastructure, and conducting a deep dive into how this is impacting school life and outcomes across several subject areas.   Download the full report here: https://lnkd.in/e_3WBzq7   #StateoftheEstate #BESAResearch #SchoolsEstate 

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The art and science of valuing schools: Morgan Allen from property firm Gerald Eve reflects on the considerations in arriving at an opinion of the value of school properties https://lnkd.in/eKsfmqZ3

Student life is in full swing at our completed Unilife project in Southampton! Check out their latest promo video, which reveals the impressive reality of a modular build for PBSA. #pbsa #studentaccommodation #modularconstruction #modularmanufacturer #offsite #offsiteconstruction #offsitemanufacturing #mmc #landaquisition #landsourcing #designandbuild #propertymanagement #ukconstructionindustry