The Market

London prices continued to fall in March, according to the latest UK HPI, for the eighth month in a row.

Transaction volumes were hit hard by tech disruption in the first few months of 2026, but agreed sales show a 'much more positive story', reports agency.

Lettings activity has spiked following implementation of the Renters' Right Act.

'The market remains extremely challenging to navigate,' says property finance boss.

Consultation sheds light on how England’s so-called ‘mansion tax’ could work in practice - including key timelines and a potential premium for overseas owners.

IN DEPTH: Analysis by Yolande Barnes and Middleton Advisors points to widening gaps between high-friction and low-friction parts of the market - and the implications for pricing and liquidity.

Foxtons' lettings boss says 'applicant numbers have spiked, supply is strong and budgets are holding firm.'

'Correct pricing is now what brings serious buyers to the table,' says buying agency.

'Many homeowners who delayed selling during the uncertainty of 2024 and early 2025 [are] now feeling confident enough to make their move,' says REalyse.

Yet a third of existing listings have had their asking price reduced, as supply runs at an 11-year high.

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Hamptons says the increase 'has predominantly been driven by larger investors buying from smaller landlords.'