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41% fewer sales were agreed in Week 07 2026 compared to the same seven day period last year, and 25% fewer in the year to date.

'2026 is shaping up to be a good year to buy,' declares Rightmove as asking prices stay flat in February.

But 'the pace of decline has stabilised' across the UK, reports Hamptons in its latest lettings index.

Monthly RICS survey finds 'several indicators becoming less downbeat' in January.

The doldrums continue, with Agreed Sales down by a quarter compared to last year.

But Savills remains 'optimistic' about the outlook for the development land market in 2026.

Agreed Sales volumes remain low, but Under Offer numbers seem to be climbing.

But new approvals dipped in seasonal fashion.

Zoopla's latest index suggests growing confidence in the property market, but both month-on-month and year-on-year comparisons should be treated with caution.

Exclusive LonRes data reveals 29% fewer sales agreed in the first four weeks of 2026 Vs the same period in 2025, and 32% fewer than 2024.

Foxtons reports 'modest rent growth' through 2025, with new listings 'steadily increasing despite the noise' of new legislation.

Industry Reactions: The latest official data indicates modest growth across most of the country last year.