Average house prices in England and Wales remained stable at £352,500 in November.

Boxing Day typically generates some of the year’s highest spikes in online property search activity.

98% of buyers who paused plans before the Budget are now resuming their search.

Tom Bill explores how plans to target higher-value homes with additional council tax could create disruption for homeowners while serving short-term political aims.

Wage growth of 4.7% is forecast for 2026, outpacing the projected 2.9% increase in house prices and continuing the trend of improving affordability.

Scotland claims seven of the ten most affordable UK towns, whilst eight of the ten least affordable towns are located in the South East of England.

Northern Ireland led the UK with annual growth of +8.0%, reaching £219,646.

63% of homeowners aged 18-34 say the concept of a forever home is less important than for previous generations.

London’s prime property market continued to soften in Q3 2025, with falling prices, rising discounts, and growing opportunities for buyers.

House price growth has slowed to 1.3% in 2025, leaving the average UK home at £270,000.