We’re thrilled to announce that NHG Homes has been shortlisted in three categories at this year’s First Time Buyer Readers’ Awards - a celebration of the UK’s best housing providers and developments supporting first-time buyers.
These nominations reflect our ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality, accessible homes that help people take their first step onto the property ladder. We’re incredibly proud to see our developments recognised in the following categories:
Best Small/Medium Development
This award will be looking for small developments that have used the best design and quality to create desirable, affordable and inspiring environments in which people wish to set up their first home. This award is for schemes of up to 80 homes.
Nomination: The Perfume Factory
Located in North Acton, The Perfume Factory is a carefully considered development that blends thoughtful design with a rich sense of place. This former industrial site, once home to fragrance manufacturer Elizabeth Arden, has been transformed into a vibrant new neighbourhood offering stylish, energy-efficient homes. It’s a great example of how we’re repurposing London’s heritage for modern living, without compromising on affordability or sustainability.
Best First-Time Buyer Apartment
This award is for an apartment suitable for a first-time buyer, which is affordable and also offers excellent design flair, both inside and out.
Nomination: Heybourne Park
Apartments in Colindale’s Heybourne Park benefit from spacious layouts, high-quality finishes, and excellent transport connections. The homes at Heybourne Park deliver modern living that doesn’t sacrifice comfort or convenience. The development also includes green spaces and community amenities that support wellbeing and foster neighbourhood connection. Heybourne Park is phase one, which is a part of the long-term regeneration of Grahame Park and the surrounding area.
Best Off-Plan Development
This award will be looking to recognise a development that has not yet been built/completed but offers great potential to first-time buyers.
Nomination: Royal Albert Wharf
Our waterside development at Royal Albert Wharf is in the running for Best Off-Plan Development. Situated in London’s Royal Docks, this growing neighbourhood combines striking architecture with access to the riverfront, creative workspaces, and a strong community feel. Buying off-plan offers first-time buyers the opportunity to secure a high-quality home in a dynamic area on the rise - and we’re proud to be delivering homes that meet those aspirations.
Voting is now open!
These nominations are more than just industry recognition - they’re a reflection of the hard work, creativity, and care our teams bring to every project. From architects and planners to sales teams and community partners, it takes a shared vision to build homes that people love to live in.
We’re honoured to be included among the nominees and excited to continue championing affordable, well-designed homes for first-time buyers across London.
Voting is now open! Please cast your votes at the link below. Thank you to everyone who has supported these developments - we couldn’t do it without you!
