Location: United Kingdom
Prime London Property Market Snapshot: Week 41, 2026
The number of sales agreed and listing going under offer fell back again last week...
Buyer demand slips again as the Budget looms
'There’s certainly an element of buyers adopting a wait-and-see approach ahead of the Autumn Budget,' notes eXp after analysing Rightmove listings.
Former Knight Frank Private Office partner launches buying agency
Senior figure sets up independent operation focused on high-value acquisitions.
Battersea Power Station secures £280mn refinancing for next phase
Malaysian-backed developer lands fresh finance facility as work begins on Gehry-designed homes and plans progress for the remaining 16 acres.
Chancellor backs away from major capital gains tax raid
‘Batshit crazy’ plans to equalise CGT with income tax reportedly shelved, although smaller increases could still be on the table.
Another London agency flags signs of sales market ‘stabilisation’
Chestertons joins other big-name firms in detecting an improvement.
In Pictures: ‘One of Surrey’s most extraordinary country houses’ hits the market at nearly £14mn
Grade I-listed medieval manor - reunited as a single residence after more than 70 years - comes with a moat, 34 acres and Kelly Hoppen interiors.
Conservation pioneer Sir Donald Insall dies aged 100
Architect who helped shape Britain's approach to historic buildings founded his eponymous practice in 1958.
Savills appoints new homes boss in Cambridge
Agency says the market is 'not without its challenges' but demand for new-builds 'remains robust' in the area.
Carter Jonas recruits new research boss
Shaun Dawson joins the national consultancy as it steps up investment in market intelligence.
Finchatton takes on one of Chelsea’s biggest development prizes
Exclusive: Super-prime heavyweight drafted in to steer landmark PCL scheme promising 78 residences with 'world-class' amenities.
Luxury London lettings hit record levels as international buyers bide their time
Wealthy residents 'have not turned away' from Prime Central London, says JLL.