How Indians are leading the UK property investment boom in London

Whether it is building a career, seeking quality education or setting up and growing their business internationally, Indians are drawn to the UK and its capital. The lifestyle benefits and prospects of future relocation to London have led many Indians to invest and purchase properties across sought-after neighbourhoods.

2025 began with headlines of how Indian property owners in London had surpassed even Britons to become the biggest group of property investors in the UK capital after a leading developer released a report. While top Indian industrialists, entrepreneurs, and their likes own property portfolios worth hundreds of millions of pounds, savvy investors with budgets ranging from £300,000 and £500,000 are also a significant target group.

As apartment prices in outer London suburbs compete with prices in top Indian metros like Delhi and Mumbai, have Indians found a new property hub to diversify?

One of the top overseas buyer groups in London

Leading London-based property research firms put Indians among the top five non-resident property buyers in Prime Central London last year. With a 17% rise in UK real estate investment, driven mainly by HNIs and family offices, vibrant neighbourhoods like White City, Kennington, Southall and Canary Wharf have also become a popular choice among Indian buyers.

Most BTL companies and big-ticket purchases

Among foreign nationalities who set up the most number of BTL companies in the UK for holding residential properties, Indians topped the chart by registering 684 companies in H1 2025. Investors from India are also known to spend big, as the average property value of an Indian investor in the UK is £950,000. However, if you are looking for something more affordable, we have new homes in Reading, starting at less than £350,000.

Long-term returns, rental income and safety

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported an 85% growth in London’s property prices across the last 15 years, while average annual rents in Q1 2025 were up by nearly 10%. This potential of long-term returns, combined with attractive rental yields of almost 6% is what drives overseas investment. Furthermore, Indian investors who prioritise safety and financial stability appreciate the strong legal frameworks and sound policies of the UK.

Rise in student population and migration

Last year, over 140,000 Indian nationals received a student visa to study in the UK. Many of these students have parents who prefer private housing for their children over campus or rental accommodation. Owning a London property is also beneficial from a relocation perspective and can help avoid paying high rents for accommodation in the city.

New homes for Indian investors at our upcoming events

Our offices in Mumbai and Delhi are gearing up to host exclusive showcases for our clients in India. With our Managing Director, Anita Mehra, coming specially to meet investors, we have an exciting line-up of new homes you can invest in without having to travel to London.

Reading Riverworks

A modern riverfront development on the banks of the River Thames, Reading Riverworks offers energy-efficient homes with high rental yields of up to 6%. Excellent connectivity via the adjacent Elizabeth Line Station facilitates quick commutes to central London in less than half an hour.

White City Living

Set within eight acres of landscaped parks and gardens, White City Living is a brand-new Zone 2 development adjacent to one of London’s largest shopping centres, Imperial College London campus and two Tube stations. Benham and Reeves have an on-site branch here to help you with hands-on lettings and property management services.

The Green Quarter

Another West London property development, The Green Quarter, is favoured by Indian buyers as it lies within Southall, an area known for having a strong Indian community. Just 12 minutes from Heathrow Airport with nearby Elizabeth Line connectivity for quick commutes to central London, investors can expect yields of up to 6%. We also have an on-site branch at The Green Quarter to help you maximise returns.

Oval Village

Developed next to the iconic Oval Cricket Ground in Zone 1, Oval Village is close to famous landmarks and top universities in central London. With three Tube stations within a short walk, there is high rental demand at this development for its spacious, modern apartments and upscale lifestyle amenities.

South Quay Plaza

One of the tallest residential buildings in London, South Quay Plaza in Canary Wharf, is at the heart of East London’s business district, offering luxurious waterfront homes. Nearby DLR, Tube and Elizabeth Line connectivity for quick access to leading universities and corporate districts are further benefits of investing and living here.

In addition to these new build developments, we also have several other London properties for sale, which you can learn more about at our upcoming events in India this November. With a legacy of over 65 years, where we have expanded to 21 branches in London, adding multiple offices around the world, we continue to be a top choice for Indian property investors in London.

Step-by-step guide for Indian property investors in the UK