The Market

Kensington & Chelsea has the highest proportion of price cuts of any London borough.

60% of the 30 cities analysed in the Savills Prime Residential World Cities index saw positive capital growth through the first half of 2024, "reflecting a level of relative confidence in the asset class

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After the Renters (Reform) Bill was shelved due to the General Election, Savills' research chief explores what changes the new government may have planned for the rental sector...

Property industry insiders express relief at the first base rate reduction in more than four years.

Jackson-Stops suggests there's 'a unique opportunity for buyers this summer' as waterfront property values fall.

'The pandemic trend of more people looking to coastal areas over cities has been reversing,' says Rightmove, as Devon sinks down the list of most searched-for locations.

There are still 'good deals to be had' in prime London, says Coutts Bank, as demand, supply & prices climb.

The mood has been buoyant in Prime London since Labour took the keys to No. 10, reports buying agency boss, with many purchasers now deciding to press ahead.

The Treasury has revealed measures to clamp down harder on international wealth as it aims for a tax regime that 'is both fair and as competitive as possible.'

Question marks over interest rates & the new government's tax plans are combining with the traditional seasonal lull to keep a lid on activity.

Property industry reactions: Deputy Prime Minister says changes to the planning regime 'correct the errors of the past and set us on our way to tackling the housing crisis.'