(Updated October 2018) Discover our top 10 Help to Buy developments in London perfect for first-time buyers.
Help to Buy schemes are available to those who need help getting onto the property ladder. First-time buyers in all London boroughs can get an equity loan of up to 40% when buying their property. To find out more about the Help to Buy schemes, click here.
London Bridge, SE1
Harper Road£499,950 - £675,000
London Bridge offers residents a huge variety of amenities along with outstanding transport links. Borough Market is one of London's finest foodie destinations, while the historic Bankside walkway towards Southwark Bridge offers outstanding bars, restaurants, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre and the Tate Modern.
Harper Road is a freshly-completed development between Borough and Elephant & Castle tube stations. Modern, stylish one- and two-bedroom apartments over five floors offer spacious accommodation and secure entry with lift access.
Harrow, HA1
Harrow Square£290,000 - £615,500
Harrow is served by the Metropolitan Line and Overground, providing excellent links into central London through Baker Street and Hampstead. Perhaps best-known for the prestigious Harrow School, the area also offers buyers excellent views across London and plenty of green space to enjoy.
Harrow Square is located right in the heart of this popular London suburb. From studios to three-bedroom apartments, these luxury properties offer a wide range of facilities, including concierge service, underfloor heating and secure CCTV coverage/video door entry.
Poplar, E14
Lansbury Square£389,995 - £629,995
Poplar's excellent transport links bring Stratford within 10 minutes and both London Bridge and St Pancras stations within a 30-minute tube ride. In addition, the Blackwall Tunnel gives drivers easy access to south London and beyond.
The Lansbury Square development is perfect for buyers working in Canary Wharf. Stylish apartments offer private balconies, fully integrated kitchens, podium gardens and breathtaking views of the London skyline.
Purley, CR0
Ikon£335,000 - £550,000
Croydon goes from strength to strength as movers and investors continue to buy into this thriving commuter town. Swift transport links offer a commute of less than 20 minutes into central London while properties provide more space for your money than those closer to the city.
Ikon offers high-specification apartments from one to four bedrooms. Contemporary decor, quality fixtures and fittings, and generously-sized rooms make this an appealing option for young families.
Stratford, E15
Legacy Wharf£378,500 - £623,000
The site of the 2012 Olympic Games, Stratford has been enjoying its own renaissance ever since. With new bars, restaurants and cafes opening all the time to complement the amenities at Westfield, Stratford is becoming a very appealing option for first-time buyers and young families.
Legacy Wharf enjoys a riverside location just to the south of the London Stadium and Olympic Park. The development's communal courtyard creates an inviting space for residents, while the gym, meeting and media rooms also provide an outstanding range of facilities.
Chessington, KT9
Pear Tree Close£580,000
With rail connections offering a commute into London of just over 30 minutes, Chessington is a great option for families looking for houses with gardens and an area with plenty of green space. Add in the proximity of the one of the UK's best theme parks and great value new development like this one, and KT9 starts to make a lot of sense.
Pear Tree Close is a cul-de-sac of three-bedroom houses with modern interiors, off-street parking and landscaped rear gardens. These beautiful family homes also include a fourth smaller bedroom or study and renewable energy systems for lower bills and reduced environmental impact.
Croydon, CR0
Leon House, CR0£352,000 - £467,000
Growth is a constant for this Greater London area, with the average sold price enjoying an 11.1% increase over the past year, according to our figures. Along with the expansion of new residential areas, the amenities and transport connections have also benefitted from increased investment, making this a property hotspot for anyone considering Help to Buy.
Leon House is a luxurious development close to the centre of Croydon, with easy access to both East and South Croydon rail stations. The one or two bedroom apartments have been carefully designed to maximise light and a sense of space, while the residents' lounge, co-working space and sky garden dining room add highly desirable communal areas.
Harrow, HA1
Lyon Square, Harrow£348,500 - £595,000
With outstanding shopping options around Harrow on the Hill and St George's Shopping Centre, Harrow combines excellent amenities with rich history and beautiful parks and greens spaces.
Lyon Square enjoys a prime central location with easy access to Harrow on the Hill station. The secluded residents' gardens add to the appeal of these one, two and three bedroom luxury apartments. Stone worktops in the kitchens and Amtico Spacia flooring throughout the living, kitchen and hall areas give a luxurious feel to each carefully-designed home.
New Malden, KT3
One New Malden£375,000 - £695,000
East of Kingston and Norbiton, New Malden offers buyers the convenience of regular connections into London with the space and greenery associated with the borough of Kingston upon Thames. The Malden Centre provides sports and leisure facilities for the community, while Beverley Park offers an attractive green space for dog walking and play times for children.
As the name suggests, One New Malden is situated right in the heart of this locality. A large selection of one, two, three and four bedroom apartments offer a wide selection of high-specification homes, each with its own balcony or winter garden.
Guildford, GU1
Trinity Quarter£395,000 - £492,500
Ideally situated amidst the beautiful Surrey countryside, Guildford is a favourite spot for Londoners seeking a home where they can escape from the city. Cobbled streets, chic boutiques and plentiful shopping combine with historic homes and some outstanding pubs and restaurants.
Trinity Quarter sits on the banks of the River Wey, close to Guildford station and the centre of the town. These one and two bedroom flats offer buyers a refined interior finish and the option to purchase off-street parking.