Shining a light on the Upper Lea Valley and magnifying opportunities

Tri-borough Partnership Inward ‘Investment Service’ launch at London Real Estate Forum 2024

The Upper Lea Valley stands out as a unique and dynamic investment hotspot, blending urban vibrancy with natural beauty. This area is a rare gem in London, boasting a mix of reservoirs, waterways, cycle paths, and green spaces, including a vast regional park. These serene settings coexist with bustling industrial zones, thriving town centres, vibrant residential communities, and robust transportation links, making it an attractive and strategic location for investors.

For over 50 years, the Upper Lea Valley has been London's industrial powerhouse, home to one of the largest concentrations of manufacturing and technology-led industrial estates in the city. It has fostered a community of local makers, creators, and innovative sectors, positioning it as a hub for emerging industries and future growth. 

Recognised in the London Plan as a key area for development, the Upper Lea Valley is brimming with opportunity. Strategically positioned between Waltham Forest, Haringey, and Enfield, this area benefits from a unique Tri-Borough partnership, designed to unlock its full potential. This collaborative approach aims to drive growth, enhance connectivity, and transform the Valley into a thriving economic corridor.

Exciting developments like the Blackhorse Lane Masterplan are already reshaping parts of the area, bringing forward new homes, workspaces, and cultural hubs, further amplifying the investment appeal. Additionally, the devolution of powers from the London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC) to Waltham Forest marks a pivotal moment, providing the borough with greater control over planning and development—allowing for tailored, locally-driven growth strategies.

Haringey’s Tottenham is the fastest growing events destination in north London. With an international stadium, civic infrastructure and wealth of grassroots venues, Tottenham is recognised for sports, events, and culture, as well as a gateway to the landscapes and enterprise of the Lee Valley.  With Borough of Culture coming in 2027 and the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium hosting the 2028 Euros, there is a real opportunity to capitalise on ‘destination Tottenham’ and drive forward economic growth.

There are many significant development and investment opportunities within the London Borough of Enfield such as Picketts Lock Lane where redevelopment will deliver additional employment space while enhancing pedestrian and cycle connectivity, providing opportunities for further commercial and leisure integration, and several sites around Southbury Road offering plenty of opportunity. Additionally Meridian Water, one of London’s largest regeneration programmes, has already delivered a rail station, new homes, jobs, skills academy, parks and open spaces but there’s a lot more to come. Together these demonstrate our commitment to leading ambitious regeneration and development projects and how we are capitalising on current assets and developing them into opportunities for residents, London and beyond.

Each borough brings its unique strengths but shares a collective vision of urban revitalisation, ambitious housing targets, and a commitment to delivering quality. Together, they are set on maximising social, economic, and environmental value, making the Upper Lea Valley a prime location for investment. This is a place where opportunity flourishes, creativity thrives, and culture is cultivated at every corner—making the Upper Lea Valley not just a place to invest, but a place to grow and innovate.

Join us at LREF on Wednesday 25 September from 4 to 4.56pm in the Print Room for our panel session as we shine a light on the Upper Lea Valley and learn more about our how we are reimaging investment and magnifying tri-borough opportunities.