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Energy Saving New Homes
Energy bills remain one of the most significant pressures on UK household budgets at present, and the home a person lives in has a substantial bearing on what they actually pay each year. The latest analysis sets out a clear running cost advantage for newer housing stock: owners of new build properties spend approximately £420 less on energy annually than those living in older homes rated EPC D, which translates
House Price Growth Holds Up
UK annual house price growth accelerated to 2.2% in March 2026, a significant increase from the 1.0% recorded in February, indicating that the market regained some positive momentum following a softer start to the year. This improvement suggests that buyer and seller activity strengthened as the first quarter progressed, offering a more encouraging signal than the subdued figures seen in January and February. Looking across the country over Q1, the
Rental Market Finding Balance
As the UK rental market approaches one of its most significant regulatory changes in decades with the Renters’ Rights Act coming into force on 1 May, the latest data shows a sector adjusting with notable calm. Instead of volatility, the dominant theme is steady stability. Rental growth remains consistent, supply is gradually improving, and the balance between landlords and tenants is shifting in a more constructive way. On the demand
Student Rent Hotspots
As the new academic year draws closer, the cost of student accommodation has emerged as a decisive factor for many prospective undergraduates choosing where to study in the UK. A detailed analysis by Dataloft Rental Market Analytics by PriceHubble sheds light on just how widely rental costs vary across university cities, revealing a picture of stark contrasts and rising financial strain. Unsurprisingly, London takes the top spot as the most
Strong Summer Signals A Busier Autumn
The UK housing market took its expected summer breather this August as the average asking price dipped by 1.3% to £368,740. While some may raise an eyebrow at the decline, seasoned market watchers will note this aligns perfectly with the typical seasonal dip seen between July and August over the past five years. The cooling was not uniform across the country. Wales stood firm with prices holding steady while other
Beyond the Averages: What London’s Rental Market Really Tells Us
Headline averages are useful but they only scratch the surface. To truly understand the dynamics of London’s rental market it is essential to look borough by borough. While certain themes run consistently across the capital the data also reveals striking local contrasts. Across all London boroughs renters are devoting more than 30% of their income to rent. Havering sits at the lowest end of the spectrum at 30.1% while Hammersmith
