We’re Your Unfair Advantage
London’s Trusted Buying Agent for UAE & GCC Clients
Black Brick is an award-winning property buying agency helping clients across the UAE and wider GCC acquire exceptional London property with complete confidence.
A COMPLETE SERVICE FOR PROPERTY BUYERS
Why UAE Buyers Choose Black Brick
For buyers based in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and across the Middle East, London’s property market offers exceptional long-term opportunities. But finding and securing the right property from overseas can be challenging.
Many of London’s finest homes never appear online, while navigating negotiations, legal processes and local market dynamics without independent representation often leads to missed opportunities.
As an independent buying agency, we work exclusively for you – not the seller.
With over 100 years of combined experience and access to both on and off-market opportunities, we help UAE clients secure exceptional London homes before many ever reach the open market.
Whether you’re purchasing a family home, securing a London base, investing internationally or planning a future relocation, we provide independent representation from search through to completion.
Finding the right property in a competitive market takes time, access and experience. As buying agents, we start with clarity – and we don’t give in until we get what you’re looking for.
Our property investment team can find the right property, negotiate the best possible price and manage the process on your behalf – positioning each investment to attract high-quality tenants or the right buyer.
Our expertise in the London, Home Counties and South East rental markets enables us to guide you to the right location and secure a property that matches your requirements perfectly.
Our role as trusted advisers doesn’t end with buying. We also represent you when selling – managing strategy, agents and negotiations on your behalf, ensuring your interests come first at every stage.
Looking after a property properly takes more than reacting to problems. It requires care, oversight and the right expertise. Whether it’s your home or a rental property, we provide a high-touch service that protects, maintains and adds long-term value.
We support our clients beyond the core transaction – from negotiation-only services to access to our trusted network and concierge support, bringing together the expertise you need at every stage.
Results that speak for themselves
Independent Advice. Exceptional Results.
We’re able to offer our Middle Eastern buyers more than 100 years of combined experience across Prime Central London and the UK’s most desirable country locations. We’ve acquired more than £2 billion worth of property on behalf of our clients around the world.
Planning a Move to London from The UAE?
Whether you’re relocating your family, purchasing a second residence or establishing a European base, Black Brick provides a fully managed acquisition service tailored to international buyers.
Our experienced team supports every stage of your purchase while introducing trusted legal, finance, tax and relocation specialists to ensure a seamless transition.
Award-winning, year after year
We’re award winning.
20+ Years of Experience
We’re able to offer our Middle Eastern buyers more than 100 years of combined experience across Prime Central London and the UK’s most desirable country locations. We’ve acquired more than £2 billion worth of property on behalf of our clients around the world.
Trusted By Buyers Across The UAE & GCC
We advise clients throughout Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Doha, Kuwait City and beyond who are looking to:
re looking to:
- Purchase a London family home
- Buy a pied-à-terre
- Invest in Prime Central London
- Diversify international wealth
- Establish a UK base for education or business
Our market knowledge, exclusive network and independent advice enable clients to make informed decisions in one of the world’s most competitive property markets.
New to buying property in the UK? Explore our guide to buying London property as an international buyer.
Why UAE Investors Continue To Buy London Property
London remains one of the world’s most resilient prime residential markets. For many UAE investors, UK property provides:
- diversification outside the GCC
- assets denominated in sterling
- a transparent legal system
- globally recognised education opportunities
- strong long-term capital preservation
- an established rental market
Combined with favourable currency movements in recent years, many buyers see today’s market as an opportunity to acquire prime London property at attractive relative values.
Whether your objective is wealth preservation, family planning or long-term investment, Black Brick helps you buy with confidence.
Explore Our Guides For UAE Buyers
Whether you’re investing internationally, relocating from Dubai or researching London’s luxury property market, our expert insights help you make better-informed decisions.
Literally translating as “a foot on the ground”, a pied-à-terre is a convenient city pad for its owners to use whenever they are in town.
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London’s Resilience Amid Global Challenges It has been a challenging few years for Prime Central London (PCL) in terms of capital growth. But despite a barrage of global and national headwinds putting the brakes on prices, London retains its status as one of the most desirable cities to live in in the world. The British […]
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Is now the right time to buy property in London? Discover how market conditions, pricing, interest rates and long-term investment trends are shaping opportunities for buyers in Prime Central London.
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Investing in UK property from UAE emirates such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi is a fantastic way to tap into one of the most desirable prime property markets in the world. By placing funds into UK property investment Dubai and Abu Dhabi residents can acquire a second home in London, accommodation for children attending UK […]
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London’s prime property market continues to attract high-net-worth buyers from across the globe.
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The elegant jewel of the old world, the beating heart of the new, and the young pretender; there are compelling reasons to invest in property in London, New York, and Dubai.
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Listen: Bloomberg Podcast: Merryn Talks Money – Making Sure You Don’t Buy the Wrong House
Camilla Dell, Founder and Managing Partner of Black Brick, joined financial journalist Merryn Somerset Webb and Money Distilled author John Stepek, on Bloomberg’s Merryn Talks Money UK podcast…
Press: Is a second home in New York or London more trouble than it’s worth?
A new Financial Times feature examines how rising taxes, higher acquisition costs and changing government policies are reshaping the world's leading luxury property markets, with London and New York both seeing a growing shift away from second-home ownership.
Reports: What Do The Wealthiest Want?
Camilla Dell was delighted to have contributed to The Luxury Property Forum's latest thought leadership paper, "The New Luxury Property Brief: What do the Wealthiest Want?"
Market Insights: August 2026
Burnham Bounce Or Bust? Britain’s seventh Prime Minister in a decade is settling into 10, Downing Street. It is far too early to say how Andy Burnham’s policies will impact the capital’s property market. But that has not stopped intense speculation about his plans. A long-ago stated support for scrapping both Council Tax and Stamp […]
Property Guides: Is Now a Good Time to Buy Property in London?
Is now the right time to buy property in London? Discover how market conditions, pricing, interest rates and long-term investment trends are shaping opportunities for buyers in Prime Central London.
Press: Looking beyond the headlines in prime London
For several years, the narrative surrounding London’s prime property market has been dominated by uncertainty.
Reports: Value in Vogue
Every cloud has a silver lining, and while 2025 saw plenty of gloom in London's market there was also the odd bright spot to celebrate.
Market Insights: July 2026
Off market sales were once a rarified subsector of London’s prime market, favoured by high profile owners who didn’t want the world and his wife seeing inside their homes.
Property Guides: The Best Coastal and Seaside Towns to Live in the UK
A buying agent's guide to the finest places to live on the UK coast, where the sea is a way of life rather than a fortnight, with sold-price data for every town and a clear view of the prime markets. Why is 2026 a buyer's year on the coast? The lure of the coast is […]
BLACK BRICK IN NUMBERS
Off-Market Access
73%
Almost three-quarters (73%) of the properties we secured above £3m last year were not openly advertised – giving our clients access to opportunities others never see.
Relentless negotiators
8%
On average, we secure properties at 8% below the asking price – delivering meaningful savings for our clients.
Proven track record
£2 billion
We have successfully acquired over £2 billion of property on behalf of our clients.
The Black Brick Network
20+ years’ experience
Over 20 years, we’ve made it our business to know the best in the business – from private banks and lenders to property lawyers, tax advisers, designers and specialist contractors – giving you access to the right expertise from the very start.
WE COME HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Hear what our clients say about working with Black Brick
Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025 January 10, 2025
Black Brick has a talented team with incredible insight on the residential property market and access to very select properties.
Chambers High Net Worth Guide September 10, 2025
Complex and sophisticated transactions are Black Brick’s sweet spot, which is another factor that makes the team stand out.
Chambers High Net Worth Guide March 10, 2025
Black Brick maintains meticulous attention to the details of clients’ transactions. The agents ensure solicitors have a comprehensive understanding of the progress of the deal.
Client February 11, 2021
“On behalf of my family , I want to tell you how much we appreciate the endless effort and care of service you dedicated to getting Albion Gate to its optimum condition, in both cleaning and maintaining. We all admired your ingenuity in creating that outstanding follow up and service to us. I was personally impressed with the way you kept your self-motivated and focused as if you are the apartment owner, even in the face of several obstacles, you managed through with great determination.”
Client February 11, 2021
“We would like to thank Black Brick property management for their excellent and attentive service in renting and managing all aspects of our property in Sloane Avenue mansions. The superb advisory service we received from Black Brick allowed us to secure the property we wanted while we were overseas, and this encouraged us to have Black brick manage our property.”
“The property management team, has and continues to, do a phenomenal job in managing our property, from taking care of refurbishing and furnishing the flat to securing tenants with the best rental terms in the London. As foreign buyers, we have limited knowledge and capability in managing our own property and Black Brick’s great property management team gives us both mental and financial peace of mind. We highly recommend Black Brick, a very professional company with a great team.”
Client February 11, 2021
“We recommend Black Brick highly, they are fantastic at what they do. Tom was an absolute pleasure to work with. Whilst our target area (Dulwich) was not one they’d done a lot of work in before, he was quick in getting to grips with it and provided genuinely helpful insight and advice from his considerable experience. Tom was able to source an ideal family home for us, wholly off-market. He was instrumental in ensuring a smooth conveyancing process right through to completion. Nothing was too much trouble. Having such a thoughtful, insightful and commercial partner working with us, really made all the difference.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. There are no restrictions preventing UAE residents from purchasing residential property in London or elsewhere in England. Whether you’re buying as an individual, through a company or as part of a wider investment strategy, overseas buyers enjoy the same legal ownership rights as UK residents. Black Brick guides UAE clients through every stage of the purchase process.
Yes. UK property is open to international buyers, including UAE nationals and GCC citizens. While there are taxes and legal requirements to consider, there are no nationality-based restrictions on ownership. Our team works alongside specialist solicitors and tax advisers to ensure your purchase is structured appropriately.
London continues to attract UAE investors because of its transparent legal system, strong long-term capital growth, stable rental market and global reputation. Many buyers also value London property as a way to diversify wealth, establish a European base or provide accommodation for children studying in the UK.
Our long-established relationships with estate agents, developers, family offices and private sellers provide access to properties that are never publicly advertised. Last year, 73% of the homes we acquired above £3 million were purchased off market, giving our clients access to opportunities unavailable to most buyers.
Estate agents represent the seller and are legally obligated to achieve the best outcome for their client. A buying agent works exclusively for the buyer, providing independent advice, sourcing suitable properties, negotiating the best possible price and managing the purchase from start to finish.
Yes. We regularly assist clients relocating from Dubai and across the GCC. Beyond finding the right property, we coordinate introductions to trusted legal advisers, mortgage brokers, tax specialists, relocation consultants and interior designers to make the transition as seamless as possible.
The timeframe varies depending on the type of property and complexity of the transaction, but purchases typically complete within two to four months after an offer has been accepted. Having experienced advisers managing the process can help minimise delays and keep your purchase on track.
Prime London property has historically been regarded as a long-term wealth preservation asset. While all investments carry risk, London’s global appeal, limited supply and international demand continue to make it one of the world’s most resilient luxury property markets. Black Brick helps clients identify opportunities that align with their investment objectives.
Overseas buyers are typically required to pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), including the overseas buyer surcharge where applicable. Depending on how the property is owned, there may also be ongoing tax considerations such as rental income tax or Capital Gains Tax. We introduce clients to specialist tax advisers to ensure they understand their obligations before proceeding.
Not necessarily. Many of our UAE clients complete their property search and purchase remotely. We conduct viewings on your behalf, provide detailed reporting, negotiate the purchase and coordinate with solicitors and other advisers throughout the transaction. Many buyers only visit once a shortlist has been created—or after completion.
Many UAE buyers are drawn to Prime Central London locations such as Mayfair, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, Chelsea, Kensington, Marylebone and St John’s Wood. The right area depends on your objectives, whether you’re purchasing a family home, investment property or pied-à-terre.
Yes. We advise clients seeking rental investments, long-term capital appreciation and portfolio diversification. Our market knowledge helps identify opportunities that meet your financial objectives while avoiding common pitfalls associated with buying from overseas.
Our relationship doesn’t end at completion. Through our in-house property management team, we can help manage lettings, oversee maintenance, coordinate refurbishments and support ongoing ownership, making it easier to manage your London property from the UAE.
Black Brick is an award-winning independent buying agency with more than 100 years of combined experience and over £2 billion of property acquired on behalf of clients. Acting solely for buyers, we provide independent advice, exclusive access to off-market opportunities and expert negotiation to help UAE and GCC clients secure exceptional London property with confidence.