The Latest Breaking News from Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

‘Fresh headwind’ for housing market as buyers become more cautious

The market may need to contend with a somewhat longer period of subdued activity, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said.

The Independent UK · Oct 7

Housing market gradually finding its footing, say surveyors

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said any potential recovery ‘remains fragile’

Evening Standard · Sep 9

Housing market struggled to gain momentum in July, say surveyors

A combination of geopolitics, the domestic political climate and the cost of mortgage finance are continuing to weigh on sentiment, Rics said

Evening Standard · Aug 12

‘Early signs’ that housing market conditions may be improving seen by surveyors

A net balance of 43% of property professionals expect house prices to increase over the next year, marking the strongest reading since February 2025.

The Independent UK · Feb 12

Housing market may be turning a corner as confidence grows – surveyors

Expectations for house sales and prices among professionals have turned more positive, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

Evening Standard · Jan 15

Flow of fresh homes to rent ‘shrinks at fastest rate since 2020’

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors highlighted a ‘firmly negative trend’ in landlords making their property available for rent.

Evening Standard · Aug 13, 2025

‘Home buyer inquiries and sales fall’ as buyers adjust to stamp duty changes

New buyer interest declined for the third month in a row in April, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said

Evening Standard · May 7, 2025

House sales, prices and buyer inquiries increased in December – surveyors

Signals around housing market expectations for the next 12 months ‘remain solidly positive for now,’ surveyors reported.

The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2025

House price growth gaining momentum, surveyors report

A net balance of 19% of professionals predict an increase in sales activity over the next three months, the report said.

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024

Housing market activity picked up in October – surveyors’ report

House prices are expected to rise over the three months ahead, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors said.

The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2024