KJR Property Group Ltd Faces Winding-Up Petition
A winding-up petition has been presented against KJR Property Group Ltd at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. HM Courts and Tribunals Service records show the filing was lodged on 2 November 2026 under case number CR-2026-008401. Presentation of a petition is the earliest formal court record in compulsory liquidation proceedings and does not constitute a judicial determination of insolvency.
Creditors, lenders, and commercial property counterparties should treat the entry as an immediate operational signal. Under section 124 of the Insolvency Act 1986, the presentation of a petition begins a statutory court process that can severely affect transactions and banking facilities if not resolved, settled, or dismissed prior to a hearing.
Petition details
The petition was registered on the court CE-File system with the following details:
- Case number: CR-2026-008401
- Case title: KJR Property Group Limited
- Case type: Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition
- Filing date: 2 November 2026
- Court source: Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions (CE-File public search)
- Petitioning creditor: [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
- Debt amount: [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
- Hearing details: [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
The Central Registry listing captures the presentation of the petition prior to court listing or formal Gazette advertisement. You can inspect other recent filings on the today's cause list.
Company snapshot
Public records from Companies House confirm the corporate profile for the respondent entity:
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Registered company name | KJR PROPERTY GROUP LTD |
| Company registration number | 12352406 |
| Incorporation date | 6 December 2019 |
| Company status | Active |
| Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) | 68209 (Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate) |
| Registered office | 4 York House, Langston Road, Loughton, Essex, England, IG10 3TQ |
| Latest financial filings | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
The company operates within the commercial and residential property management and letting sector. Financial filings, balance sheet totals, and audit exemptions are [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor).
Directors and ownership
Companies House register records identify the statutory officers and ultimate ownership details for the company:
- Director: Mr Jai Mccullam Reason (appointed 6 December 2019; British; resident in England; born January 1990).
- Person with Significant Control: Mr Jai Mccullam Reason was notified as an individual person with significant control on 6 December 2019. The register records shareholding of 75% to 100%, voting rights of 75% to 100%, and the right to appoint and remove directors.
These officer entries reflect verified register entries only. No inferences of personal liability or misconduct attach to named officers by virtue of a petition presentation.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
As of the petition presentation date, no statutory insolvency notices relating to this case have appeared in The Gazette. Statutory notices of petition presentation generally appear only after service has occurred and within the timelines prescribed by rule 7.10 of the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016.
To ensure ongoing visibility over subsequent filings or sudden court updates, businesses can set up free company monitoring for real-time alerts.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
The presentation of a winding-up petition triggers critical legal implications under English insolvency law. Commercial counterparties dealing with property letting entities must consider the impact of section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986.
Under section 127, if a winding-up order is subsequently made, any disposition of the company's property made after the date of presentation is void, unless validated by court order. This poses distinct transactional risks for commercial tenants, trade suppliers, and lenders:
- Bank account freezing: Banks routinely freeze corporate accounts once they learn of a petition, often immediately following advertisement in The Gazette or notification via court search.
- Clawback on payments: Payments received from the company after 2 November 2026 may be challenged by an official receiver or liquidator if an order is made.
- Completion risks: Ongoing property acquisitions, asset disposals, or lease surrenders cannot safely proceed without a validation order.
Counterparty exposure assessment framework
When credit teams identify an active petition on a counterparty, they should apply a disciplined operational protocol:
1. Freeze unsecured credit: Immediately place the account on stop and move all ongoing supplies or property services to advance payment or cleared funds.
2. Reconcile post-petition balances: Identify any invoices paid or goods delivered since 2 November 2026 to assess potential section 127 void disposition exposure.
3. Review security instruments: Check existing fixed or floating charges to determine enforcement rights or appoint administrators if appropriate.
4. Monitor court listings: Track whether the petition is advertised, transferred, or settled before hearing.
Scenario: Counterparty exposure under section 127
Consider an anonymised composite scenario involving a property maintenance contractor. The contractor provides commercial servicing on a 30-day payment term. If the contractor receives £15,000 from a landlord company after a petition has been presented, and the company is subsequently wound up, the court liquidator can demand repayment of that £15,000 into the liquidation estate. The contractor would then become an ordinary unsecured creditor. Conducting an immediate winding up search before entering into significant contracts or granting major credit terms protects businesses from this liability.
For conveyancers, lawyers and lenders
For real estate solicitors and commercial lenders handling transactions with property vehicles, conducting a winding up petition search at the Central Registry is an indispensable pre-completion step. Overlooking an active petition before exchange or drawdown risks completing a void disposition under section 127, rendering security charges unenforceable or triggering substantial professional negligence exposure. Professional buyers require definitive verification from court records. [Get a Winding Up Search Certificate →](#offers-certificate)
How to investigate further
To conduct comprehensive due diligence on this matter, professional advisers should review three primary public sources:
1. Companies House: Review the corporate filing history, active charges, and annual returns on the KJR PROPERTY GROUP LTD profile.
2. The Gazette: Check for statutory notices of advertisement or appointment of liquidators.
3. The Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions: Confirm whether the petition remains active, has been dismissed, or has proceeded to a formal hearing.
Where counterparty checks involve checking separate entities or group subsidiaries across a portfolio, professionals can conduct a wider winding up search across English High Court jurisdictions.
FAQ
What does the presentation of a winding-up petition mean?
It means a creditor has formally lodged a petition at court alleging the company is unable to pay its debts under section 123 of the Insolvency Act 1986. It initiates a court process, but it is not a winding-up order and does not mean the company is in liquidation.
How long after presentation is a hearing listed?
Petitions presented in the High Court or Central Registry are typically listed for a first hearing within 6 to 10 weeks, depending on court availability and service timetables.
When is a petition advertised in The Gazette?
Under rule 7.10 of the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a petitioner cannot advertise the petition until at least seven business days after service on the company, and not less than seven business days before the hearing date.
Can a company trade after a petition is presented?
A company may continue trading, but directors face severe restrictions. Dispositions of property risk being declared void under section 127 if an order is made, meaning banks frequently freeze accounts once informed.
Disclaimer
This report summarises a petition recorded at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. Presentation of a petition is not a determination of insolvency; the outcome is a matter for the court. Companies believing they are named incorrectly should email contact@corp-intel.co.uk.