The South Bank is London’s prime new-build hub with Opus a clear sign of the important shift and a marker of what’s to come, Knight Frank reports
New supply is reshaping London’s prime residential map. The South Bank is becoming London’s prime new-build hub and one of the most visible signs of this ‘subtle but important’ shift is Opus, Bankside Yards, Knight Frank’s Head of Residential Development Research, Oliver Knight, reports.
So, what does the latest report on London’s prime residential market conclude? Here are the key takeaways:
- The capital’s prime residential landscape is undergoing a quiet transformation, driven by shifting supply dynamics and evolving buyer preferences. Traditional enclaves like Mayfair and Knightsbridge are facing competition from emerging hotspots like Fitzrovia and the South Bank.
- Opus has gained early momentum, attracting domestic professionals with high-spec design, wellness features, and proximity to cultural landmarks.
- Bankside Yards is “setting a new benchmark for a relatively recent addition to Prime Central London” in terms of psf. This is not unexpected however, due to “the strength of the brand, the riverside location, and the cultural significance of the surrounding area.”
- Delivery in traditional prime markets has slowed under the pressure of build costs and complex regulations, and the South Bank has taken advantage of this.
- The trajectory of the South Bank highlights a subtle but important shift in the geography of London’s prime market – one driven as much by supply dynamics as by evolving buyer preferences.
Discover more about how Opus is a clear sign of the important shift and a marker of what’s to come on the South Bank in Knight Frank’s report here.
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Level 11 at Arbor is the latest floor to be fitted-out. With generous proportions, there is scope to make the space work for you. With at least 108 workstations, a breakout area, a front of house bar and wellness room, these flexible spaces accommodate different work styles, boosting motivation and strengthening collaboration.
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There is no better way to end the day than at the Summit Club & Deck on level 23 of Opus. With sweeping riverside vistas from the terrace, this will be the setting for unforgettable gatherings.
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There is no better way to end the day than at the Summit Club & Deck on level 23 of Opus. With sweeping riverside vistas from the terrace, this will be the setting for unforgettable gatherings.
To book an appointment at the Opus
Sales Gallery and to find out more,
please visit the link in our bio.
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Celebrate Easter weekend at Southwark Cathedral, only 15 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards, with its soaring arches, soft spring light and a moment of calm just off the Thames.
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Celebrate Easter weekend at Southwark Cathedral, only 15 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards, with its soaring arches, soft spring light and a moment of calm just off the Thames.
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Experience the exceptional, next generation living spaces at Opus. Sitting above the London skyline, the studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and 4 bedroom penthouses will be the epitome of luxury living.
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Experience the exceptional, next generation living spaces at Opus. Sitting above the London skyline, the studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and 4 bedroom penthouses will be the epitome of luxury living.
To book an appointment at the Opus
Sales Gallery and to find out more,
please visit the link in our bio.
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Step inside ‘Heart to Heart’ at Hayward Gallery – only 10 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards – and experience immersive sculptures and installations revealing personal and collective stories in Yin Xiuzhen’s first major UK survey.
Until 3rd April
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Step inside ‘Heart to Heart’ at Hayward Gallery – only 10 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards – and experience immersive sculptures and installations revealing personal and collective stories in Yin Xiuzhen’s first major UK survey.
Until 3rd April
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
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Perfectly positioned on London’s iconic South Bank, Bankside Yards offers connectivity that truly sets it apart. The new public realm will link directly to Blackfriars Station, creating a dynamic gateway. With multiple mainline rail services, Underground and bus connections — plus the capital’s River Thames boat services — everything London has to offer is effortlessly within reach.
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Perfectly positioned on London’s iconic South Bank, Bankside Yards offers connectivity that truly sets it apart. The new public realm will link directly to Blackfriars Station, creating a dynamic gateway. With multiple mainline rail services, Underground and bus connections — plus the capital’s River Thames boat services — everything London has to offer is effortlessly within reach.
To find out more about Bankside Yards, please visit the link in our bio.
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Dine at Swan London, located at the iconic Shakespeare’s Globe – only 5 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards – with seasonal British dishes and crafted cocktails, served in elegant dining rooms and private spaces with stunning views of the River Thames and St Paul’s Cathedral.
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Dine at Swan London, located at the iconic Shakespeare’s Globe – only 5 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards – with seasonal British dishes and crafted cocktails, served in elegant dining rooms and private spaces with stunning views of the River Thames and St Paul’s Cathedral.
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From global innovators to pioneering consultancies, Arbor is home to companies that prioritise inspired design and wellbeing. Each business contributes to a vibrant, smart, sustainable work community which is surrounded by culture and world-class amenities.
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From global innovators to pioneering consultancies, Arbor is home to companies that prioritise inspired design and wellbeing. Each business contributes to a vibrant, smart, sustainable work community which is surrounded by culture and world-class amenities.
Find out more about Arbor at Bankside
Yards via the link in our bio.
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Enjoy Mezzogiorno by Francesco Mazzei – Michelin-recommended Italian cuisine, accompanied by an excellent wine list, served in elegant dining rooms or at the immersive Chef’s Kitchen. Only 20 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
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Enjoy Mezzogiorno by Francesco Mazzei – Michelin-recommended Italian cuisine, accompanied by an excellent wine list, served in elegant dining rooms or at the immersive Chef’s Kitchen. Only 20 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
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As Opus rises, each stage of construction marks a considered step in its creation. Crafted with precision, the building’s form is now emerging, revealing the vision behind this riverside masterpiece.
Opus is due to complete in 2027.
To book an appointment at the Opus Sales Gallery and to find out more, please visit the link in our bio.
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As Opus rises, each stage of construction marks a considered step in its creation. Crafted with precision, the building’s form is now emerging, revealing the vision behind this riverside masterpiece.
Opus is due to complete in 2027.
To book an appointment at the Opus Sales Gallery and to find out more, please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd @nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture @odanewyork
@enealandscapearchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
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Savour specialty coffee and a carefully curated all-day menu at Grind London Bridge – a lively riverside espresso bar and cocktail spot, only 15 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
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Savour specialty coffee and a carefully curated all-day menu at Grind London Bridge – a lively riverside espresso bar and cocktail spot, only 15 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
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Bigger. Bolder. Better workspaces.
Level 11 at Arbor offers six fully equipped AV meeting rooms, 108 open-plan desks and 42 agile workstations, alongside a generous breakout space and a refined front-of-house bar for welcoming clients.
What truly sets it apart is the dedicated wellness room, thoughtfully designed to support focus, balance and wellbeing throughout the day.
Find out more about Arbor at Bankside
Yards via the link in our bio.
@plparchitecture
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@nativeland_ltd
@nativelandlifestyle
#banksideyards #architecture #sustainability #workspace #londonoffice
Bigger. Bolder. Better workspaces.
Level 11 at Arbor offers six fully equipped AV meeting rooms, 108 open-plan desks and 42 agile workstations, alongside a generous breakout space and a refined front-of-house bar for welcoming clients.
What truly sets it apart is the dedicated wellness room, thoughtfully designed to support focus, balance and wellbeing throughout the day.
Find out more about Arbor at Bankside
Yards via the link in our bio.
@plparchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
@nativeland_ltd
@nativelandlifestyle
#banksideyards #architecture #sustainability #workspace #londonoffice