The Market
‘Last man standing’ London set for H2 inflection, predicts agency
The capital's prime resi market is overdue a resurgence in 2026, suggests one bullish property firm - citing a 'structural decline of every serious global alternative'.
Mapped: How prices & rents have shifted across London’s top neighbourhoods so far this year
Latest data shows sales values falling across most PCL areas, with sharper drops in some of the most exclusive markets.
Government said to be ‘considering rent freeze to limit Iran war fallout’
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reported to be 'examining exceptional measures to protect household budgets' in the face of economic fallout from the Iran war, but Downing Street has denied the rumour.
Home renovation activity drops to decade-low
The gap between people moving home and people extending or improving is at its widest point in recent history, says Savills.
Knight Frank cuts UK house price forecasts again
The outlook is not rosy for either prime or mainstream markets this year, but the property consultancy senses a 'change in political direction' before 2030.
Buying agent calls for ‘better financial incentives’ to entice wealthy expats to London
Camilla Dell flags the impact of war in the Middle East on the UK's prime property market - and how London's 'safe haven' status is facing strong competition from tax-light locations.
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Chestertons reports 21% drop in London buyer enquiries
Uncertainty hits early-stage demand, says major agency, but deals still getting done; 'fairly sharp rebound' possible if rates settle.
Required Reading: The Renters’ Rights Act is (nearly) here
Next week marks the start of 'new age' for the private rented sector, says Jessica Tomlinson of Savills, as she walks us through what incoming legislation means for top-end tenants & landlords.
PCL lettings jump as sales slump to lowest level since 2020
JLL analysis suggests £743mn-worth of PCL property changed hands in Q1 - significantly below the previous two-year Q1 average of over £1bn.
LonRes rolls out new tool to guide rent setting ahead of rule changes
New Rental Checker designed to help letting agents comply with Section 13 of the Renters’ Rights Act, drawing on achieved rents.
London’s super-prime status ‘under pressure’ as Tokyo & Dubai lead global house price growth
'Prime residential property has pulled away from the broader housing sector' in many global markets, says Knight Frank, but the UK capital has dropped to 93rd place on the firm's annual PIRI 100 index.