Derbyshire development coming to market
An 83-home development at Buxton, Derbyshire, is coming to market from Spirit Homes. Hallstead Meadow will be ready in May 2026, while it will include 2, 3, and 4-bedroom homes,…
Tenancy disputes already rising by 6% per year
Tenancy disputes across England & Wales are increasing by an average of 6% annually, research from LegalforLandlords has revealed. Tenancy disputes can be costly for landlords and agents. Over a…
Propertymark issues housing reform demands for Scotland and Wales
Property industry body Propertymark has published housing manifestos ahead of the 2026 Scottish and Welsh Parliament elections, calling for reforms to address what it describes as significant housing market challenges…
UK city property prices show diverging growth patterns
Property price growth is slowing across UK cities, with an increasing number of locations experiencing stagnation or decline, according to analysis of 30 major urban centres. Data from the Land…
UK landlords plan minimal property inspections under new law
Nearly half of UK landlords intend to inspect their rental properties no more than once annually following the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act in May, according to survey data…
Buyer demand dips amidst interest rate concerns
Confidence weakened in February, with the RICS UK Residential Market Survey blaming geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty. There are also concerns over inflation and interest rates. New buyer enquiries worsened by…
UK property listings reach decade high as sales slow
UK property listings have reached their highest level in a decade, according to data from Chris Watkin and Twenty EA tracking market activity since 2017. However, sales volumes remain below…
UK property management sector forecast to reach £38bn
The UK property management services sector is projected to reach £38 billion in 2026, according to analysis by Rushbrook & Rathbone, as landlords increasingly seek professional support amid growing regulatory…
UK house prices plateau as competitive bidding disappears
House prices across the UK have plateaued and price negotiation has returned to the market, according to estate agents responding to the latest RICS survey, marking a significant shift from…
Government rejects petition for enhanced landlord protections
The UK Government has rejected a petition calling for increased landlord protections and measures to address court delays in possession proceedings, despite the petition gathering more than 15,000 signatures. The…