The UK rental market has entered a new phase of stability following years of steep increases—and Manchester is no exception.
While property sales across the region are at a four-year high, price growth is slowing. More homes on the market mean more choice for buyers—and more competition for sellers.
The Manchester housing market has experienced its strongest May in four years, reflecting national trends of improved buyer activity, modest price growth, and increased housing stock.
What’s happening closer to home here in Greater Manchester?
The mortgage market has seen a significant shift as average rates for both two- and five-year fixed deals have dropped to their lowest levels since before the Budget in October 2024
The Manchester rental market continues to evolve, reflecting national trends while maintaining its unique characteristics.
The Manchester property market is gaining momentum in 2025! Whether you're buying or selling, here are the key trends shaping the market.
On February 6, 2025, the Bank of England (BoE) announced a 0.25% reduction in the base rate, bringing it down to 4.5%.
As we enter 2025, the Manchester rental market continues to show strong growth, driven by high demand, limited housing supply, and broader economic conditions.
Manchester’s property market remains resilient in 2025, with sales up 12% and house prices rising 3.6% year-on-year.
With April 1, 2025, fast approaching, major changes to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) in England are set to take effect.
The UK Government’s Renters' Rights Bill is moving forward in Parliament, promising significant changes to the private rental market.
As we reach the end of 2024, the Manchester rental market shows signs of slowing rent inflation, though prices are still rising in many areas.
From a 30% surge in the sales pipeline to a 1.9% rise in house prices, 2024 was a transformative year for Manchester’s property market. Here’s what you need to know.
The UK property rental market continues to experience significant fluctuations, with both rents and housing prices showing notable trends in the face of ongoing economic challenges.
The UK housing market has shown impressive recovery in 2024, with sales and house prices up year-on-year.
The 2024 housing market has been defined by a balanced mix of affordability and growing sales volumes, which signal a healthy, albeit cautious, resurgence in the UK property sector.
Home buyers are benefiting from the lowest average mortgage rates in over a year, with the rate for a 5-year fixed mortgage at 75% loan-to-value (LTV) now standing at 4.3%, a decrease from 5.5% this t
In the 12 months leading up to July 2024, the average private rental prices in the UK saw an 8.6% increase, consistent with the rise observed in June 2024.
The UK property market has experienced a robust performance throughout 2024, with key indicators surpassing those of 2023.
The UK property market has seen significant changes in the past year, with varying degrees of rent and house price inflation across the regions.
With mortgage rates adjusting to over 4%, the market has become the most balanced it has been in the past five years.
The annual growth rate of rents for new lets has slowed to 6.6%, down from a peak of 16% in October 2021.
In June, the UK property market has demonstrated resilience, maintaining a positive momentum that began earlier this year.
UK rental inflation has slowed to 6.6%, the lowest rate in 30 months.
The UK property market has experienced increasing activity, with the number of agreed sales up year-on-year across all regions.
In the 12 months leading up to March 2024, the average private rents in the UK surged by 9.2%, marking a notable increase from the 9.0% recorded in the preceding 12-month period ending February 2024.
This trend suggests a more balanced housing market compared to pre-pandemic levels, offering increased opportunities for prospective homebuyers in 2024, provided sellers maintain realistic pricing str
The UK property sales market continues to exhibit positive momentum as various indicators demonstrate an upward trajectory in activity.
The latest data on the UK rental market indicates a significant deceleration in rental inflation, marking the lowest rate in two years.
The average UK rent for new lets has experienced a notable increase, reaching £1,220, marking an 8.3% rise compared to the previous year.
The UK property market is witnessing a resurgence in sales activity, driven by pent-up demand and growing buyer confidence.
The UK's rental market continues to demonstrate resilience and growth, evident in various key rental indices.
The UK property market has witnessed a robust start to 2024, marked by a rebound in sales activity. The market conditions have improved, driven by sub-5% mortgage rates.
The UK rental market has been characterized by a persistent supply-demand mismatch over the past three years, resulting in a substantial increase in rents for new lets.
The property market in the final quarter of 2023 exhibited robust performance, with above-average new sales and a supportive trend in prices. Various factors, including rising incomes.
The UK rental market in November 2023 experienced a slight slowdown, characterized by a monthly decrease of -0.3%. Despite this minor dip, year-on-year rental prices continued their upward trajectory.
Our latest comprehensive report delves into the multifaceted repercussions of this shift, revealing trends in transactions, pricing, and buyer behavior
The market is adjusting to higher borrowing costs, with interest rates held steady at 5.25%.
The sales market in the real estate industry has experienced an uptick in buyer demand following a decline over the summer.
18 months of double-digit rental inflation! Despite a 20% decrease in demand compared to last year, the demand for rented homes is still 51% above the 5-year average.
The housing market is facing challenges due to higher mortgage rates and cost-of-living pressures. This has resulted in weaker demand, fewer sales, and low house price growth.
The rental market in the UK continues to face high demand and rising rents, with little sign of relief in the near future.
The UK rental market continues to experience rapid growth, posing risks for both tenants and landlords. There is a growing concern that tenants across the country may struggle to pay their rent.
According to the latest market report, the demand for homes in the UK has fallen by 18% in the past two months, primarily due to a spike in mortgage rates.
The UK housing market is experiencing a decline in affordability for new home buyers. High inflation and increasing mortgage rates are impacting sales volumes and price growth.
UK rental inflation continues to rise for the 15th consecutive month, with rents registering double-digit growth. Despite seasonal factors contributing to a slight decrease in the annual rate.
Rents are on the rise, but the pace of growth is slowing down. As renter affordability becomes increasingly stretched, many are exploring flexible location options beyond their city.
our report sheds light on the evolving landscape for first-time buyers, showcasing their resilience in the face of higher mortgage rates and offering strategies to navigate affordability challenges.
The UK government's introduction of the Renters' Reform Bill, aimed at improving the private rented sector and enhancing tenants' rights, has been delayed due to procedural issues.
The housing market is moving towards a soft landing, with demand for homes at its highest level this year, and the probability of a major price correction remaining low.
The market is on an upward trend, with the demand for homes reaching its highest level since last October. All areas are registering an improvement in market conditions.
The rental market in the UK has been experiencing a period of high demand and activity, with rents rising well above earnings growth for the past two years.
Homebuyer demand has rebounded in the first two months of 2023, although it remains at 50% of the level recorded a year ago. The report also reveals that sales volumes have recovered but are still low
The UK rental market has experienced a significant increase in private rental prices in the past year, with the latest data revealing the largest annual percentage change since January 2016.
Mortgage rates continue to fall and the number of product options has surpassed 4,000 for the first time since August 2022.
While the property market in the UK showed a slowdown in growth in the fourth quarter of 2022, demand has rebounded and is expected to improve further in the coming months.
As the year 2023 comes and goes, what are the considerations for being a landlord in the UK?
We have a positive outlook for the UK property market in 2023 and expect that house prices and sales will be better than many anticipate.
The rate at which rental prices are increasing is 12.1% per year, which is higher than the rate of increase in earnings (6%).
The decline in demand for housing, which was caused by a recent budget announcement, has leveled off.
Property prices generally trended upward in October, up 7.8% year-over-year, with the highest price growth in the top ladder market.
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