Which London neighbourhoods have the strongest staying power for prime buyers?
Over four in every ten homemovers across prime London relocated within the same local area last year, reports Frances McDonald.
Frances McDonald works within the internal agency side of the research team, providing market insight to residential agents. As part of this, she is responsible for the coordination of both the prime London and prime regional indices. Her work also includes analysis and development of stories for the national press which has led to frequent quotes. Frances also helps to write reports for both the public and the wider business.
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