'Every 5% a home is priced above the local market average… cuts the odds of selling by around 5%' - Zoopla

As Budget speculation mounts that CGT may be charged on some principal residences, Zoopla has checked official transaction records to see what gains various groups of home-sellers typically make.

The gap between people moving home and people extending or improving is at its widest point in recent history, says Savills.

Property portal analysis confirms the existing of a Spring selling season.