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70% of Britain's housing market is in recovery with prices trending upwards

The latest research from Yopa reveals that 70% of the British housing market is now in recovery with prices trending upwards following the challenging conditions of the past two years. This is despite the broader national picture showing that average house prices have edged down over the last six months.

Yopa analysed six months of British house price data* to calculate the average monthly...

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Market set for boost as seller confidence returns, says ValPal data

The UK housing market is set to see a more energetic start to 2026 as improving affordability and renewed confidence encourage sellers to act more decisively, according to new analysis of online valuation behaviour.

In its December market outlook, Rightmove predicted a 2% rise in asking prices across Great Britain in 2026, following a modest fall in 2025, pointing to improving buyer...

Half of agents to adopt AI in 2026 as compliance and workload pressures explode

2% plan to adopt and use AI for listings, leads and marketing, while two-thirds turn to automation to manage regulation
Alto Agency Trends Report also reveals deep divides over AI in estate agency as a third of agents remain 'nervous' or 'unsure' around AI despite widespread adoption plans

AI is set to reshape the UK property sector in 2026,...

2026 starts with most homes for sale in over 8 years Buyer demand rebounds in line with 2024, but 10% down on last year

New analysis from Zoopla, one of the UK's leading property websites, reveals the scale of the early rebound in sales market activity over the first two weeks of January and what this means for buyers and sellers planning a home move in 2026.

Most homes for sale at start of the year for 8 years

The stock of homes for sale has increased over recent years, highlighting a...

The Hidden Value Challenge in Scottish Properties with Large Gardens

Large gardens once commanded premium prices across Scotland's property market. Space meant status. But the reality for sellers today tells a different story.

Properties with substantial outdoor space are sitting on the market longer. Buyers walk through, admire the potential, then move on. The issue is not the garden itself. It is what the garden represents.

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London's most prestigious postcodes revealed as 11 areas record average sold prices above £1m

The latest research from Enness Global has revealed London's 11 most prestigious postcodes based on average sold price data, with the SW1A postcode covering Mayfair and St James's topping the table, where the average home sold for £2.375m.

Enness Global analysed sold price data from the Land Registry, examining transactions to have completed across London's prime market and compiling...

First-time buyer demand edges higher in Q4 as stabilising rates tempt buyers back

The latest research by Yopa has revealed that first-time buyers are beginning to return to the market, encouraged by stabilising interest rates and the base rate cut seen in December, with demand edging higher during the final quarter of the year.

Yopa analysed first-time buyer (FTB) demand based on the proportion of homes listed under buying schemes* that have already sold subject...

2026 Predictions for the Auctions Sector - Daniel Gale, First for Auctions

“As we enter 2026, market conditions are expected to mirror those seen last year. Buyer confidence remains cautious, borrowing costs are still high, and lenders continue to tighten criteria. This ongoing pressure on private treaty sales is driving more sellers towards auction as a more dependable alternative. We have just delivered our largest auction to date, with instructions up nearly 25%...

How to add £30K to your property value and find a buyer fast this new year

New insight from Yopa reveals how home sellers entering the market in 2026 can add more than £30,000 to their property value by carrying out some basic home improvements.

Yopa looked at five easily implemented tasks that home sellers can undertake before entering the market in order to make a good first impression with buyers, as well as the boost they are thought to have on the...

Five simple checks homeowners must do NOW to avoid damp, mould and flooding this winter

Homeowners are being urged to take urgent action to protect their properties from damp, mould and flooding as winter weather tightens its grip on the UK.

According to a leading property care expert, just a handful of checks carried out now could save households thousands of pounds in repair costs — and help protect their health during the coldest months of the year.

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New-build demand falls in Q4, but pockets of the market remain sturdy

The latest market analysis from Property Inspect has found that demand for new-build homes remained subdued in Q4, with fewer than one in five new properties securing a buyer, as market conditions softened further on both a quarterly and annual basis.

Property Inspect analysed current market listings to assess what proportion of new-build homes are already marked as sold subject to...

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