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Average UK house price rises to record £299,331, says Halifax

Increase of 0.3% in August marks third consecutive monthly rise, exceeding market expectations

The Guardian - UK · Sep 5, 2025

UK house sales jumped 9% in September, says HMRC

Across the UK, an estimated 91,820 home sales took place in September, which was also a fraction higher than in August.

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2024

‘Buyers’ market’ as property asking prices rise more slowly than usual

Across Britain, the average asking price for a property increased by 0.3% month-on-month, or £1,199 in October, Rightmove said.

The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2024

Conservatives pledge to support first-time buyers and build 1.6m homes

The manifesto promises to make stamp duty cuts for first-time buyers permanent and deliver 1.6 million homes in England over the next Parliament.

The Independent UK · Jun 11, 2024

The supply of homes for sale is the highest it’s been for 8 years – this is why it’s a good thing

Zoopla’s latest report reveals why the housing market is turning for the better

Ideal Home · Jun 1, 2024

‘Worrying mismatch’ as 13 new prospective tenants register per available UK home

Around six in 10 agents reported rents increasing month-on-month in June

Evening Standard · Jul 18, 2023

‘Worrying mismatch’ as 13 new prospective tenants register per available home

Around six in 10 agents reported rents increasing month-on-month on average at their branch in June, property professionals’ body Propertymark said.

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2023

What the Bank of England interest rate hike means for people looking to buy a home

Mortgage rates are at their highest in almost 15 years

Manchester Evening News · Jun 22, 2023

What does the Bank of England rate hike mean for the housing market?

The Bank has pushed the base rate up to 5%, the highest it has been in nearly 15 years.

The Independent UK · Jun 22, 2023

What is behind a rise in evictions and what does it means for the rental sector?

No-fault evictions are on the increase even as the Government prepares to ban the practice.

Evening Standard · Jun 5, 2023