Housing Market
Rental Market Sees Record Tenant Demand
Letting agents report 25 applicants per available property.
New Build Premium Hits Record High
Buyers pay 27% more for a new home compared to an existing one.
Regional House Price Divide Widens
Prices in the North East grow 5% while London stagnates.
First-Time Buyers Face Toughest Conditions Since 2008
Affordability metrics stretch to near-record levels.
House Prices Fall for First Time in 9 Months
The average UK house price dipped 0.4% in September, says Halifax.
Mortgage Rates: What the Bank of England Decision Means for Borrowers
With the base rate held at 5.25%, lenders are repricing their fixed‑rate deals. Here’s what to do if you’re remortgaging soon.