As Andy Burnham becomes Prime Minister, property industry figures share their reaction to his housing policy record and what it could mean for landlords and developers.

New data shows average rents across the rental market hit record highs in Q2 2026, even as supply fell for the first time since 2022.

The salary needed to rent has fallen in most UK regions over the past year, with London and the North West leading the improvement.

Estate agents and suppliers gathered in Warwickshire to celebrate the property industry's fundraising achievements over the past year.

NAEA Commercial Propertymark's Advisory Panel says tax and regulatory pressures are prompting investors to consider commercial property investment over residential assets.

NAVA Propertymark's advisory panel board reports a strong second quarter for the property auctions market, with lots sold, sale rates and amounts raised all rising sharply.

House price growth accelerated slightly in June as Lloyds recorded the first monthly increase in four months.

Rising mortgage rates and political uncertainty have caused sales agreed to fall 7% year-on-year, with three in five homes listed since January still unsold.

New ONS figures show short-term lets in the UK surpassed 100 million guest nights in 2025, with industry bodies warning of the growing impact on private rental supply.

UK rent inflation has slowed to 3.3% in the year to May 2026, continuing a trend that began in late 2024.