The reason why UK seaside property is taking weeks longer to sell

In March 2021, Cornwall overtook London as the most searched-for area on Rightmove, but now London is once again the most searched-for location, the website said. - (Getty/iStock)

The pandemic-era "race for space" that saw buyers flocking to coastal properties has cooled, according to Rightmove.

Homes by the sea are now taking three weeks longer to sell compared to the peak of the pandemic property boom.