FTBs looking to buy in cities
More first-time buyers are setting their sights on city living, with Dundee and Edinburgh seeing the biggest increase in buyer enquiries. London has lost some appeal due to high prices, showing that affordability remains a key factor in buyer decisions.
In the news
Buyers are willing to pay a premium for a home with a sea view. One million UK homes have risen in value by at least 50% since 2020. And 37% of homeowners have some regrets about the property they bought.
Buying later and borrowing longer
People are buying their first homes later and choosing longer mortgages to make repayments more manageable.
Autumn Budget 2025
The Chancellor’s Budget boosts fiscal headroom, maintains tax pledges and forecasts stronger growth with falling inflation
Autumn Budget 2025
The Chancellor’s Budget boosts fiscal headroom, maintains tax pledges and forecasts stronger growth with falling inflation
Economic forecasts
The Chancellor’s Budget boosts fiscal headroom, maintains tax pledges and forecasts stronger growth with falling inflation
Personal taxation, savings, wages and pensions
Tax thresholds frozen to 2031, ISA rules tighten, wages and pensions rise to support households
Business measures
Business measures boost investment, skills and growth with new listing relief, visa reform and £5bn scale-up funding
Housing and infrastructure
The Budget aims to boost investment across public services and communities
Residential Property Review
UK housing data forecasts point to gradual growth, improving affordability and rising transactions