Brent Cross

Brent Cross Town, North London’s new £8 billion ‘park town’ takes shape

The Brent Cross Cricklewood regeneration, covering around 370 acres, is the biggest redevelopment and growth program the Barnet Council has ever undertaken. It is named a key growth project by the Mayor of London and is among the most ambitious in Europe. 

Related Argent is the joint venture behind the Brent Cross Town project, a £8 billion, 180-acre, 15-year regeneration scheme. This isn't just a few new buildings; it's the creation of an entirely new town - a net-zero carbon park town integrated into the existing area.

Related Argent's pedigree is a major reason why the Brent Cross Town project generates so much confidence. The crown jewel in their portfolio, and the project that defines their philosophy in transformative place-making, is the King's Cross development and New York’s Hudson Yards.

Why Related Argent's Brent Cross Town project is an Investor's Blueprint?

London's property market is constantly evolving, but large-scale regeneration opportunities are becoming increasingly rare. For investors looking beyond the short term, this project represents a foundational and compelling opportunity. So, what exactly is being built? 

Related Argent is masterminding a holistic "park-town" designed from the ground up for modern living. The blueprint includes:

•6,700 new homes across a mix of tenures.

•3 million sq ft of innovative office and workspace, set to create 25,000 new jobs.

•A significant upgrade and expansion of retail and leisure offerings.

•50 acres of parks and public spaces, alongside essential community infrastructure like new schools and a health centre.

•A new train station on the Thameslink 

Crucially, the entire development is committed to being net-zero carbon, future-proofing it against evolving regulations and market demands. This is placemaking on a grand scale, aiming to deliver a complete and integrated community. This is also one of North London's last major development sites, hence making it a rare asset.

Brent Cross’s appeal is supercharged by phenomenal new transport links, most notably the brand-new Brent Cross West Thameslink station, opened in December 2023, which connects the area to King's Cross in just 12 minutes. This level of connectivity is a major value driver for both commercial and residential tenants.

A new and revamped Brent Cross Shopping Center

Most will associate the north London suburb of Brent Cross with its eponymous shopping centre, opened in 1976 as the UK’s first covered shopping mall. The mall is currently undergoing a £1.4bn redevelopment to meet the needs of its shoppers for the future. The redevelopment will double the size to 2 million square feet of retail and leisure space, adding 150 new retail stores and 50 new restaurants, a state-of-the-art leisure and cinema offer, hotel accommodation, and improved public spaces including a new town square. 

Rental trends in Brent Cross show growth in demand due to improved transport links and new housing supply. Brent Cross Town would be appealing for those working in the city but preferring a suburban lifestyle. Rental yields in Brent Cross tend to be attractive relative to central London, reflecting its evolving status as an emerging suburban hub. 

Achieved rents in Brent Cross Town:

Studio: £2,000 PCM

1 Bed: £2,600 PCM

2 Bed: £3,000 PCM

Investing in Brent Cross Town is more than capital appreciation and yields; it's about acquiring a stake in the deliberate and sustainable growth of a new London quarter. It offers a rare chance to get in on a project defined by strategic location, visionary planning, and a commitment to the future, all led by the most trusted names in the market.