Spear’s Review

‘Within the super-prime lettings industry, communication is key.’

So says Nick Beckett, a partner on Knight Frank’s super-prime rentals team. Working across central London’s most desirable neighbourhoods, from Kensington and Chelsea to Mayfair, Beckett has a thorough understanding of what appeals to the wealthiest of renters.

‘They expect perfection,’ he says. ‘Clients want air conditioning, huge dressing rooms and bathrooms, a lift and, of course, good architecture.’

While some UHNWs will always want to buy, Beckett emphasises the appeal of renting for the increasingly international HNW community. ‘Renting gives you a sense of flexibility. There is no stamp duty, no exit costs, which for people not yet ready to commit to London makes sense,’ he tells Spear’s.

‘An absolute delight to work with — even on the most challenging transactions,’ remarked one peer of Beckett. ‘A first-class act,’ added another. This level of regard across the industry saw Beckett named Property Broker of the Year at the Spear’s Awards 2025.