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Just over half way through the year and with a new Prime Minister at the helm, it feels like a good moment to assess the

England’s 7.5 million over-65 households are overwhelmingly settled where they are – 58% are now under-occupying their home, up from 53% a decade ago, equivalent

Two-thirds of 16-34 year-olds, 69%, still expect to buy a home eventually, according to the latest English Housing Survey. That’s unchanged from a decade ago,

Manchester (4.9%) and London (4.6%) both saw rental growth pick up on a year ago, defying the wider slowdown. Amongst other key cities, annual rent

Mortgage availability increased for a third consecutive month, with the number of products on offer rising by 45 to 7,177 in June. The market continued

Mortgage approvals had proved remarkably resilient through early 2026. That resilience cracked a little in May: approvals fell 15% month-on-month and sat 8% below their

The 139th Wimbledon Championships are underway, with the All England Club in Wimbledon hosting 128 singles players and 64 doubles teams in each draw, the

When the Iran conflict erupted, rising inflation was the key headline economic risk, with global supply chains in the firing line. May’s data brings some

The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year and is celebrated around the world. This year, in the northern hemisphere, it will fall

The UK economy grew by a stronger-than-expected 0.6% in Q1, helped by a resilient services sector. Timing also played a role: the conflict in Iran,

Mortgage approvals, an indicator of future demand, reached 63,531 in March, up 1.3% from February and the highest total since November 2025. Despite higher mortgage

A true national treasure, Sir David Attenborough has spent over 70 years inspiring the world to see nature differently, and has recently celebrated his 100th

With the arrival of Renter’s Rights on the 1st May, market evidence becomes the currency of rent reviews and rent setting. There are 5.5 million

Energy bills are one of the biggest pressures on UK household budgets right now – and the home you live in has a huge bearing

From May, the Renters’ Rights Act will prohibit offers above the advertised rent. The change removes a feature that, while informal, has been far from

With the Renters’ Rights Act due to take effect on 1st May, rental market dynamics remain steady – rental growth is holding firm and supply

UK annual house price growth rose to 2.2% in March, up from 1.0% in February, suggesting the market regained some momentum after a slowdown at

The government has confirmed seven proposed new town locations across the UK, each expected to deliver at least 10,000 homes, with some developments exceeding 40,000.

The Bank of England voted in March to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.75%, while cautioning that the Middle East conflict could yet stoke inflation

March is often one of the strongest months for sellers to spring into action and let their listings blossom. The number of homes for sale

Spring planting season begins in March with National Plant a Flower Day, when gardeners celebrate by planting blooms like marigolds and daffodils – the flowers

For the first time since mid 2022, the average rate on a five-year fixed mortgage has fallen back to 4%. This milestone offers a measure

The average time to sell a property in England and Wales is currently 40 days, though the market varies considerably by region. Higher-priced regions tend

In 2025, cash buyers accounted for 28% of the overall market, meaning mortgaged buyers made up the remaining 72%. These proportions are back in line

The Winter Olympics are the world’s greatest celebration of snow and ice sports, bringing together the best athletes from across the globe. The 2026 Milan-Cortina