Investor confidence in the London property market dwindles

Terraced houses and flats tend to produce the highest rental yields, while detached houses offer lower returns.

'Bricks and mortar has remained one of the most consistent investments one can make down the years and the long-term returns speak for themselves,' says Foxtons' boss.

The majority of high net worth investors from Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE say their confidence in the UK property market has increased over the last 12 months, reports Al Rayan Bank.