Northern Ireland saw the highest regional annual growth at 9.5%

In the most pet-friendly region, only 10.7% of listings allow pets

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Once again, Northern Ireland saw the highest annual growth, with prices up +9.6% year-on-year.

Both cities and coasts have seen average price rises of 41% since 2015.

Propertymark has reported a strong first quarter for auctions, finding a clear majority favouring in-person viewings.

Buyer demand in the 50 priciest coastal locations rose by 8% over the past year.

Northern Ireland recorded the strongest annual house price growth at 9.7% in Q2, despite a slowdown from the previous quarter.

22% of homes have been listed for over six months without selling, according to new figures.