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Rightmove projects a similar moderation in
price trends, with average asking prices
expected to rise by around 2 % across Great
Britain in 2026.
Savills also points to a modest price increase
in 2026 as part of a longer term forecast,
with values projected to grow over the next
five years driven by steady demand and
constrained supply.
REGIONAL VARIATIONS AND
MARKET ACTIVITY
The market remains unevenly paced across
the UK. Some regions such as Northern
Ireland, Scotland and parts of northern
England have generally shown stronger
relative price performance, while growth
has been more muted in London and the
south east.
Early market indicators like housing
demand and listings suggest that buyer
interest is re emerging after periods of
caution, with a broader range of properties
coming to market and more active pricing
discussions.
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR SELLERS
AND LANDLORDS
For sellers and would be sellers, the current
environment offers a more balanced
market, where well priced and well
presented homes are attracting attention
and achieving stable pricing outcomes.
Renewed buyer engagement and forecasts
of positive price momentum provide further
justification for listing properties
confidently this spring.
For landlords and prospective investors, the
outlook is nuanced. While regulatory and
cost pressures persist in the rental sector,
rental demand remains strong in many
areas. Moderate capital growth prospects
and improving affordability for tenants can
support investment decisions, particularly in
regional markets where rental yields are
more attractive.
Overall, the market outlook for 2026 is one
of measured recovery and stability. Trends,
affordability improvements and forecasts all
point to a phase of cautious confidence
rather than volatility, which should matter
to those planning sales or investment
moves in the months ahead.
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