The number of applications for court orders to evict intruders from properties in areas such as Belgravia, Knightsbridge and Notting Hill has risen sharply.
While poor European migrants are being blamed for the increase in squatting, property experts say super-rich foreigners are also responsible.
A surge in foreign billionaires seeking homes in desirable postcodes has seen numerous properties sold but left vacant, allowing squatters to move in.
There has been a string of high profile cases in recent years including the occupation of houses worth up to £33 million in Belgravia, one of which was thought to have belonged to Chelsea FC owner Roman Abramovich’s ex-wife, Irina.
In March squatters targeted the £1.6m South West London home of Queens Park Rangers midfielder Joey Barton.
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