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What caused the 2014 peak?
The 2014 peak in prime central London property prices was largely driven by a surge in demand from overseas buyers, especially from Asia and the Middle East. They were attracted by London's status as a safe investment haven, a strong pound, and a relatively stable political and economic environment at the time.
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