Housing Market Update: A Volatile Recovery Our quarterly housing market update confirms that the UK property landscape remains a region of shifting sands. Following a sluggish second quarter, mortgage borrowing returned to growth in the third quarter of 2025. However, this momentum appears fragile. While the upward trend continued into October, activity flattened significantly in […]
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Housing Market Trends: UK Prices Hit New Record Housing market trends show UK property prices defied expectations, surging to a new record high in October. Despite persistent economic headwinds and an ongoing cost-of-living crisis, robust buyer demand propelled values upwards, marking the most significant monthly increase since the start of the year. Data from major […]
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Property Budget Impact: Is It Needed? Considering the property budget impact, a new perspective emerges on whether the UK market truly needs government intervention. Some industry experts argue that the panic is premature. They contend that the UK property market is demonstrating remarkable resilience and stability, questioning whether it truly requires the fiscal “helping hand” […]
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Housing Market Confidence Remains Strong Despite Doubts Housing market confidence stays resilient as buyers, sellers and renters remain optimistic despite wider economic and policy uncertainty. According to the latest OnTheMarket Property Sentiment Index, optimism endures even as questions grow about the government’s housing policies and its ambitious pledge to deliver 1.5 million new homes by […]
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UK Housing Market Growth Slows Amid Budget Speculation Property market trends highlight slowing growth in the UK, raising questions over affordability, demand, and future housing activity. Fresh data from Zoopla’s latest House Price Index reveals that annual growth dipped to 1.4% in August, down from 1.9% at the end of 2024. Property Market Trends and […]
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UK Mortgage Market Update: Barclays Cuts Rates as Inflation Surprises UK mortgage rate drops are reshaping the market, with one major high-street bank moving against its rivals this week. Barclays announced a series of mortgage rate reductions, moving against the wider trend where most lenders have either held or slightly increased their rates. The news […]
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UK Housing Market 2025 Outlook The UK housing market 2025 has been a cornerstone of wealth-building, attracting investors seeking stability and long-term growth. As 2025 progresses, many are asking whether now remains the right moment to enter the housing market. With shifting interest rates, regional growth hotspots, and high rental demand, the sector is undergoing […]
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Buy to Let Mortgage Market Update Buy to let mortgage options have narrowed this month, though borrowers enjoy a slightly longer window to secure deals. While overall choice has dipped compared to the previous month, average mortgage rates have edged downwards. As a result, the market signals cautious optimism for those looking to lock in […]
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Value of a Property Driving Market Momentum Value of a property continues to energise and revitalise the UK housing market this vibrant summer season. Yet, beneath the national figures, a striking regional divide remains. Meanwhile, parts of the South still suffer from sluggish growth and prohibitive costs. In contrast, the North West and Yorkshire, with […]
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UK Rental Price Trends: Rising Rents UK rental price trends show average UK rents rising in July 2025 to £1,313 amid persistent demand and tight supply. This marks the seventh straight month of increases, according to the latest HomeLet Rental Index, as limited supply and ongoing demand continue to drive up prices. National Trends: Modest Growth […]
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