Lewisham Lease Extension Solicitors & Surveyors
Everything you need to extend your lease
No panels. No middlemen. Just RICS surveyors and SRA-regulated solicitors handling the whole matter for you.
At Extension.Lease, we provide specialist lease extension valuations and freehold purchase advice across the London Borough of Southwark. From warehouse conversions and established riverside developments in Bermondsey, Shad Thames and Rotherhithe, to Victorian mansion blocks in Camberwell and period properties in East and West Dulwich, our valuations are grounded in detailed local knowledge and supported by carefully analysed comparable evidence. We regularly act for leaseholders in Borough, London Bridge, Bankside, Walworth, Peckham, Nunhead, Surrey Quays and Canada Water, covering a broad mix of mansion blocks, converted houses and 1960s–1980s purpose-built flats.
We also have extensive experience advising on ex-local authority estates where many leases were granted during the 1980s Right to Buy era, including the Aylesbury Estate and the former Heygate Estate area in Walworth, the Rockingham Estate, Wyndham and Comber Estate, Ledbury Estate and North Peckham Estate in Peckham, the Four Squares Estate and Dickens Estate in Bermondsey, the Abbeyfield Estate in Rotherhithe, and the Kingswood Estate in Dulwich. Southwark’s property stock is highly varied, and each estate or block requires a valuation approach tailored to its specific lease structure, tenure history and market position.
Southwark Council remains a major freeholder of former local authority flats throughout the borough, and we have extensive experience negotiating statutory lease extensions in this context. Blakes Chartered Surveyors prepare detailed, RICS-compliant valuations based on Southwark-specific transactional data, with careful analysis of relativity and marriage value where applicable, while Arcadia Law serve the Section 42 notice, negotiate the premium and complete registration at HM Land Registry. Our coordinated approach ensures the statutory process is handled strategically and efficiently, protecting both value and outcome for leaseholders across Southwark.
Areas We Cover in Lewisham
Areas We Cover in Lewisham
Lewisham Town Centre (SE13) — Modern High-Rise & Estate Stock
We handle lease extensions for apartments in Renaissance Apartments, Riverdale House, and Silkworks, as well as ex-local authority stock in the Sunderland Road Estate and Lewisham Park Estate.
Deptford (SE8) — Riverside & Regeneration Developments
In Deptford, we act on flats in Paynes & Borthwick Wharf, Greenland Place, and Deptford Landings, along with ex-local authority stock in the Pepys Estate and Crossfield Estate.
Catford (SE6) — Affordable Leasehold Flats
Catford lease extensions include flats in Eros House, Ravensbourne Court, and ex-local authority developments on the Rushey Green Estate and Blythe Hill Estate.
New Cross (SE14) — Period Conversions & Estates
Our New Cross work covers flats in conversions along New Cross Road and Jerningham Road, modern apartments in One SE8, and ex-local authority blocks in the Hatcham Estate.
Brockley (SE4) — Victorian Conversions & Smaller Blocks
In Brockley, we handle lease extensions for Victorian conversions along Tressillian Road, purpose-built flats in Brockley Court, and ex-local authority stock in the Avonley Estate.
Forest Hill & Sydenham (SE23 / SE26) — Mixed Leasehold Stock
We work on flats in developments such as Forest Hill Court and Homecroft House, along with ex-local authority blocks in the Sydenham Hill Estate and Perry Vale Estate.
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What’s Involved in the Lease Extension Process?
The lease extension process involves several stages. We handle everything so you can relax while we take care of the details.
Stage 1: Valuation and Preparation
Our expert team at Blakes Chartered Surveyors will assess your property, taking into account comparable properties and your lease details to calculate the premium for your lease extension.
Stage 2: Notice and Negotiation
Once we have a clear idea of the extension premium, we’ll serve the Section 42 Notice to your freeholder, officially starting the process. Arcadia Law will manage the service of this notice and any legal correspondence. If necessary, Blakes Chartered Surveyors will negotiate with your freeholder to secure a fair price.
Stage 3: Conveyancing and Completion
Once the terms are agreed, Arcadia Law will handle all the legal paperwork and ensure your lease extension is registered with the Land Registry. You’ll then have peace of mind knowing your lease has been extended by 90 years, and the ground rent has been removed.
How the Statutory Lease Extension Process Works
How Much Does a Lease Extension Cost?
The cost of extending your lease depends on several factors, including whether your property is under the ownership of Lewisham Council or a private freeholder.
- Lewisham Council properties tend to have lower costs, as they generally have long leases (125 years) with minimal ground rents (e.g., £10 per year).
- Private freeholders may require a higher premium, especially if your lease has under 80 years remaining or you are paying rising ground rent.
In addition to the premium and the landlords recoverable costs, you’ll also need to budget for our fixed professional fee of £2,750 + VAT*, which includes all valuation, negotiation, and legal work. This fee is split into two equal instalments, making the payment process straightforward and manageable.
Contact us for a free all inclusive estimate of the total cost of your lease extension, without obligation.
Lease Extension Calculator
Extending your lease is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your property’s value and mortgageability. If your lease is under 100 years or has a high ground rent, its value may already be affected. Once it falls below 80 years, the cost of extending increases significantly due to marriage value.
Our free, instant Lease Extension Calculator gives you an instant estimate of the premium payable under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993. It’s a quick, useful guide for leaseholders wanting to understand the likely cost of extending their lease before taking formal advice.
Extensive Experience Across Lewisham
We have a proven track record working with leaseholders in Lewisham, including properties under the ownership of the local authority and private freeholders. Whether you live in a purpose-built flat, a converted property, or a large housing development, we’ve handled it all
Why Lewisham Leaseholders Choose extension.lease
- Local insight: We name the actual developments and estates where leasehold flats are located.
- Evidence-led valuations: Comparable sales, relativity, and market nuance clearly presented.
- End-to-end support: Valuation by Blakes Chartered Surveyors; notices and conveyancing by Arcadia Law.
- Transparent fees: Fixed-fee quotes, no surprises.
Recent Cases We've Handled in This Area
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Frequently Asked Questions
A statutory lease extension is a legal right that allows leaseholders to extend their lease by 90 years and remove any ground rent. This right is granted under the Leasehold Reform Housing and Urban Development Act 1993, and it applies to almost all leaseholders in the UK, whether your property is owned by a local authority or a private landlord.
The entire lease extension process typically takes between 6 to 12 months. This includes the valuation, notice serving, negotiations with the freeholder, and legal work to register the new lease. However, the exact time can vary depending on factors like the complexity of negotiations or if any issues arise with the property documents.
The premium is the price you pay to extend your lease. It depends on several factors:
- The value of your property with a long lease.
- The number of years remaining on your current lease.
- The amount of ground rent you pay and how it increases over time.
Our surveyors will carry out a valuation to calculate a fair premium for your lease extension and negotiate where required to ensure you do not overpay.
If your lease has less than 80 years left, the cost of your lease extension will usually be higher. This is because properties with shorter leases are considered less valuable, and the cost to extend is affected by something called the marriage value, which is the increase in the property's value once the lease is extended. To avoid higher costs, it’s often best to act before your lease drops below 80 years.
Yes, your freeholder may charge fees for their involvement in the lease extension process. These fees typically cover the cost of legal work, including the drafting and registration of the new lease. While these fees are usually similar to the costs you incur, they can sometimes be higher depending on the freeholder's approach.
