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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.
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.
How much prime property does US$1mn buy around the world?
Knight Frank's latest Prime International Residential Index illustrates how the  spending power of US$1mn has contracted in many luxury markets over the last five years.
The Wealth Report 2026: ‘We are witnessing one of the most significant shifts in global wealth distribution in modern history’
Eight big themes, six key takeaways & a digest of super-rich numbers from Knight Frank's flagship research offering.
Ranked: Britain’s ‘most desirable’ heritage cities, according to Savills
Lucian Cook rates & ranks the nation's old & beautiful centres, based on architectural pedigree, historical significance, and property values.
Property ‘flipping’ has dropped to the lowest level in a decade
'10 years of higher stamp duty rates have squeezed out professional refurbishment projects,' says Hamptons.
Over‑60s hold majority of UK housing wealth, Savills analysis reveals
'The passing of equity between generations is going to be a prominent feature of the housing market in coming years,' comments research chief Lucian Cook.
Ten Years On: Assessing the ‘profound effect’ of the second home stamp duty surcharge
'Almost overnight, the market tilted away from investors,' says Hamptons, 'meaning far fewer homes have been added to the rented sector' in the last decade.
Ranked: Britain’s most expensive streets in 2026
Rightmove's analysis is based on asking prices, and only includes addresses with at least five open-market listings in January.
Buy/Hold/Sell: Comparing costs of prime property ownership across 30 world cities
'The headline price is not the only cost that buyers need to be aware of' when acquiring a high-value home, says Savills.
‘A classic late-cycle opportunity phase’: Exploring Mayfair’s ‘polarised’ market
The Golden Postcode property market has 'hit the bottom of the current cycle,' declares Wetherell, encouraging HNW househunters to 'buy now or miss out.'
London’s prime rental market has slumped, but there’s a super-prime bright spot
Survey of the capital's luxury lettings scene reveals key trends, big deals & an out-performing neighbourhood...