Expert views
Commentary submitted by Aneisha Beveridge in their own words.
Back to profileAverage UK house price fell to six-month low in December, says Halifax
However, there are signs of a more promising start to 2026.
UK’s biggest property value hotspots of 2025 revealed by Lloyds
London and much of the South have underperformed when it comes to house price growth.
‘Bank of mum and dad’ funding multiple moves up property ladder, survey finds
Upsizing has become significantly more expensive in recent years, largely because house prices have risen much faster than flat prices.
First-time buyers and self-employed could find it easier to access mortgages
These figures sound impressive, but they mask a quieter trend: existing owners are moving far less often.
Average house price is £6,695 lower than in November, says Rightmove
Landing so close to Christmas meant the usual post-Budget pickup in activity was far more subdued than normal.
New home buyer inquiries fell to two-year low in November – Rics
Dropping so close to Christmas meant the usual post-Budget flurry of activity was more muted than we’d typically expect.