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.
Join The Community
Follow Us @banksideyards
Dine at Toklas, a Michelin-recommended Mediterranean restaurant and bakery where seasonal, lighter dishes celebrate fresh ingredients with effortless elegance, set within a striking art-filled space – just a 20-minute walk from Bankside Yards.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@toklas_london
#michelinguide #londonfoodguide #visitlondon #londonrestaurant
Dine at Toklas, a Michelin-recommended Mediterranean restaurant and bakery where seasonal, lighter dishes celebrate fresh ingredients with effortless elegance, set within a striking art-filled space – just a 20-minute walk from Bankside Yards.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@toklas_london
#michelinguide #londonfoodguide #visitlondon #londonrestaurant
Opus is set to complete in early 2027, the 50-storey building will provide 249 next-generation residences, which will include access to four floors of world class amenities from a Padel court to a hydrotherapy pool, screening room and co-working spaces.
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
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
Opus is set to complete in early 2027, the 50-storey building will provide 249 next-generation residences, which will include access to four floors of world class amenities from a Padel court to a hydrotherapy pool, screening room and co-working spaces.
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
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
Discover seasonal British ingredients and Nordic flavours, cooked over open flames at Michelin-recommended Ekstedt at The Yard, with the option of immersive chef’s table dining – just a 20-minute walk from Bankside Yards.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@ekstedtldn
@gsy_london
#michelinguide #londonfoodguide #visitlondon #londonrestaurant
Discover seasonal British ingredients and Nordic flavours, cooked over open flames at Michelin-recommended Ekstedt at The Yard, with the option of immersive chef’s table dining – just a 20-minute walk from Bankside Yards.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@ekstedtldn
@gsy_london
#michelinguide #londonfoodguide #visitlondon #londonrestaurant
The Mandarin Oriental at Bankside Yards, London is due to open in early 2029. This globally renowned hotel will feature 171 guest rooms alongside world-class amenities, including refined restaurants and bars, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, spa and a 25-metre swimming pool.
To find out more about Bankside Yards, please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd
@nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
#primecentrallondon #riversideliving
#londonlifestyle #banksideyards
The Mandarin Oriental at Bankside Yards, London is due to open in early 2029. This globally renowned hotel will feature 171 guest rooms alongside world-class amenities, including refined restaurants and bars, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, spa and a 25-metre swimming pool.
To find out more about Bankside Yards, please visit the link in our bio.
@nativeland_ltd
@nativelandlifestyle
@plparchitecture
@multiplexconstruction_uk
#primecentrallondon #riversideliving
#londonlifestyle #banksideyards
Celebrate Pride in London’s city centre, just moments from Bankside Yards, where the capital comes together to celebrate culture, diversity and community.
4th July
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@prideinlondon
#PrideInLondon #LoveIsLove #thisislondon #londonwhatson
Celebrate Pride in London’s city centre, just moments from Bankside Yards, where the capital comes together to celebrate culture, diversity and community.
4th July
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@prideinlondon
#PrideInLondon #LoveIsLove #thisislondon #londonwhatson
Native Land has brought its vision to life at Level 11 of Arbor with a future-focused workspace defined by cutting-edge design and meticulous attention to detail. Spanning 13,777 sq ft of versatile fully fitted space, the light-filled interiors are designed to inspire big thinking.
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
Native Land has brought its vision to life at Level 11 of Arbor with a future-focused workspace defined by cutting-edge design and meticulous attention to detail. Spanning 13,777 sq ft of versatile fully fitted space, the light-filled interiors are designed to inspire big thinking.
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
Enjoy Somerset House Summer Series this July. Secure your tickets for eleven nights of live music in the iconic courtyard featuring a line-up of breakthrough artists and global acts, only 20 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
16th – 26th July
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@somersethouse
#somersethouse #londonculture #thisislondon #whatsonlondon
Enjoy Somerset House Summer Series this July. Secure your tickets for eleven nights of live music in the iconic courtyard featuring a line-up of breakthrough artists and global acts, only 20 minutes’ walk from Bankside Yards.
16th – 26th July
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@somersethouse
#somersethouse #londonculture #thisislondon #whatsonlondon
Another spectacular view across the city skyline from Opus — the 50-storey icon set to redefine living on the South Bank of the River Thames. With The Shard and Tate Modern moments from your doorstep, Opus places London’s most vibrant cultural landmarks at the centre of everyday living.
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
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
Another spectacular view across the city skyline from Opus — the 50-storey icon set to redefine living on the South Bank of the River Thames. With The Shard and Tate Modern moments from your doorstep, Opus places London’s most vibrant cultural landmarks at the centre of everyday living.
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
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
Savour Bedales of Borough – set within Borough Market and just a 10-minute walk from Bankside Yards. This acclaimed wine bar pairs seasonal, market-fresh dishes with exceptional wines inspired by Europe and beyond.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@bedaleswines
@boroughmarket
#eatout #londonfoodguide #londonontheinside #londonrestaurant
Savour Bedales of Borough – set within Borough Market and just a 10-minute walk from Bankside Yards. This acclaimed wine bar pairs seasonal, market-fresh dishes with exceptional wines inspired by Europe and beyond.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@bedaleswines
@boroughmarket
#eatout #londonfoodguide #londonontheinside #londonrestaurant
The Southern Entrance and drop-off lobby at Opus ensures a seamless arrival and departure experience. A refined porte cochère creates a discreet sense of exclusivity, while an automated multiparking stacker system, EV charging points, secure bicycle storage and dedicated residents’ storage offers optimal security, innovation and effortless ease.
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
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
The Southern Entrance and drop-off lobby at Opus ensures a seamless arrival and departure experience. A refined porte cochère creates a discreet sense of exclusivity, while an automated multiparking stacker system, EV charging points, secure bicycle storage and dedicated residents’ storage offers optimal security, innovation and effortless ease.
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
@jllresidential @knightfrank
#opusbanksideyards #exclusivelaunch
#londonresidential #primecentrallondon
Explore Julio Le Parc at Tate Modern, an immersive celebration of Argentinian-born artist Julio Le Parc’s visionary work, from kinetic light-based sculptures to large-scale paintings – right next door to Bankside Yards.
11th June – 3rd May 2027
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@tate
Photo credits: © Museum of Art Pudong, Zheni Yaneva
#tate #londonculture #thisislondon #whatsonlondon
Explore Julio Le Parc at Tate Modern, an immersive celebration of Argentinian-born artist Julio Le Parc’s visionary work, from kinetic light-based sculptures to large-scale paintings – right next door to Bankside Yards.
11th June – 3rd May 2027
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@tate
Photo credits: © Museum of Art Pudong, Zheni Yaneva
#tate #londonculture #thisislondon #whatsonlondon
Indulge in exceptional burgers and drinks at Heard, where Michelin-starred chef Jordan Bailey reimagines everyday comfort food using the finest British ingredients and regenerative farm-sourced beef – just a 10-minute walk from Bankside Yards.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@heard.burger
#eatout #londonfoodguide #visitlondon #londonrestaurant
Indulge in exceptional burgers and drinks at Heard, where Michelin-starred chef Jordan Bailey reimagines everyday comfort food using the finest British ingredients and regenerative farm-sourced beef – just a 10-minute walk from Bankside Yards.
Find out more about Bankside Yards via the link in our bio.
@heard.burger
#eatout #londonfoodguide #visitlondon #londonrestaurant