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After a subdued 2023, Hamptons expects the supply of homes available to buy to improve this year, although 'confidence could still be vulnerable to economic shocks and global events'.

Londoners' spending on homes outside the capital has returned to pre-Covid levels, reports Hamptons.

'Nearly everyone agrees, in principle, that urban greenery is a good thing,' says Create Streets, as it outlines a series of practical steps to 'make it the default to re-green our streets and squares'

The number of estate agents operating across the UK has increased by 1.9% in the last year, despite a decline in transaction numbers.

'Having access to nature and green spaces is more important to residents than having access to public transport, shops and restaurants, and employment opportunities,' says Rightmove after surveying 26,000…

Mapped: where house-building is falling short of new housing need

Across the 173 cities analysed by the Economist Intelligence Unit, cost of living prices have risen by an average of 7.4% in the last year.

Cornwall, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster have more second homes than any other parts of the country.

Aspen in Colorado is the No.1 ski destination for luxury property, according to the latest Savills analysis, while Val d’Isère is "the one to watch" in the year ahead.

Jackson-Stops has looked into country house buying trends to identify England's rural retreat hotspots - and track how things shifted through the pandemic years.

'The desire for relocation in Europe remains steadfast' despite a slowing property market, says RE/MAX after quizzing 22,000 people across the continent.

'The pandemic-induced Alpine mini boom is ending with a fizzle rather than a bang,' says Knight Frank.