What does Fraser Bond do?

Fraser Bond is a London property consultancy established in 1983. We provide residential and commercial real estate services including agency, lettings, investment, development consultancy, property management, lease advisory, valuation, and portfolio management to private clients, companies, institutions, and governments in the UK and internationally.

Does Fraser Bond help with property investment in London?

Yes. Fraser Bond has a dedicated Central London investment agency team covering all aspects of acquisitions and disposals, including securing funding and sale-and-leaseback arrangements. We have completed transactions worth over ten billion pounds.

Does Fraser Bond handle commercial property?

Yes. We provide commercial property agency, management, development consultancy, lease advisory, business rates advice, tenant representation, and expert witness services across office, retail, industrial, and alternative commercial sectors throughout the UK.

Can Fraser Bond manage my property portfolio?

Yes. Fraser Bond provides full portfolio management for residential and commercial property portfolios, including lettings, asset management, performance reporting, and disposal strategy for private and institutional investors.

Does Fraser Bond assist overseas investors buying UK property?

Yes. We have a dedicated international real estate service for overseas and foreign clients seeking to invest in UK property. We identify opportunities, guide the acquisition process, and provide ongoing management.

Does Fraser Bond carry out property valuations?

Yes. We provide RICS-compliant valuations for residential and commercial properties for acquisition, disposal, loan security, insurance, tax, and accounting. Contact info@fraserbond.com to arrange a valuation.

How do I contact Fraser Bond?

Fraser Bond is located at 60 Blandford Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 7JD. Call us on +44 (0)20 4519 3989 or email info@fraserbond.com. You can also use the contact form at fraserbond.com/contact-us.

DSS Rental Properties in New Addington: How to Find One

How to Find DSS Rental Properties in New Addington

How to find a home in New Addington if you receive Universal Credit or Housing Benefit, and the new rules that protect you.

DSS Housing & Benefit-Friendly Rentals

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

Updated October 2026

In short: New Addington is one of the more affordable parts of Croydon, with larger homes and good tram links to central Croydon and Wimbledon. Since 1 May 2026, landlords and agents can't refuse you just because you receive benefits. You'll still need to show you can afford the rent, so know your Local Housing Allowance and have your documents ready.

What to know	Details
Transport	Tram (New Addington stop) to East Croydon, Wimbledon and Beckenham
Homes	Ex-council houses and flats, family homes with gardens
Council	London Borough of Croydon, with property licensing in parts of the borough
LHA	Frozen at April 2024 rates for 2026/27; check your bedroom entitlement

Documents to have ready

Universal Credit or Housing Benefit award letter
Photo ID and right to rent
Previous landlord reference or rent history
Bank statements
Details of any council deposit scheme or guarantor

Upfront costs under the new rules

Landlords can ask for no more than one month's rent in advance, a holding deposit of up to one week's rent, and a deposit of up to five weeks' rent. Croydon Council may be able to help with a deposit or rent in advance through its housing schemes or a Discretionary Housing Payment.

How Fraser Bond helps

1	Register Your LHA, household size and move date.
2	Match Benefit-friendly homes in New Addington and nearby.
3	Apply Help with documents and references.
4	Move in Protected deposit and responsive management.