UK housing market set for best year in over a decade
The UK housing stock hits an 8-year high, with London leading a 16% surge. Experts predict 2026 will be the property market's strongest 'normal' year since 2008. Read the full analysis.
The UK housing stock hits an 8-year high, with London leading a 16% surge. Experts predict 2026 will be the property market's strongest 'normal' year since 2008. Read the full analysis.
RICS survey reveals Welsh surveyors predict a surge in home sales and rising prices for Q1 2026. Discover the key drivers behind this positive forecast.
A three-bedroom detached house on Senneleys Park Road in Birmingham has hit the market. The property offers a landscaped garden, off-road parking, and is priced around £370,000.
A spacious four-bedroom detached house on Blackberry Avenue, Birmingham, is now for sale via Purplebricks. Offers over £350,000 are sought for this family-friendly property with a garden and driveway.
Hospitality giant Whitbread sells nine Premier Inn hotels to Londonmetric for £89m, part of a wider £250m-£300m property strategy to fund expansion and conversions. Read the full details.
Birmingham City Council is selling a prime 0.79-acre plot next to the Aston Expressway at auction. Guide price is £400,000+. Discover the strategic opportunity.
House prices in leafy Solihull have risen by over 4% in a year, with the average now £326k. Discover why this vibrant town is a top choice for families and professionals.
Property values in the affluent West Midlands town of Solihull dropped by over £25,000 on average last year, ranking it fourth nationally for price falls. Discover the latest market data and expert insights.
House prices in Rotton Park, Birmingham, fell by 31.1% in a year, but landlords report a surge of buyers seeking affordability, drawing comparisons to London's property trends. Read the full story.
TV star Rylan Clark shares before and after photos of his complete central London flat renovation, designed to mirror a suite at The Langham hotel. See the stunning transformation.
Discover free events in London this January, from art exhibitions and Dry January pints to quirky tube rides and fitness classes. Beat the cold without spending a penny.
Fast-growing chain Sandwich Sandwich is opening its first grab-and-go branch at 1 Broadgate, London, with plans to give away 1,000 free sandwiches on launch day. Discover the details.
The long-vacant Beales department store in Lowestoft is on the market for £895,000, years after closure and a council flats plan stalled. Read the full story.
A review could scrap or restrict the free transport Freedom Pass for Londoners over 66. Critics call it unfair and a 'ticking time bomb' for council budgets. Read the latest.
A landmark former Methodist church in Sheffield's Woodhouse area is set for auction on January 28 with a guide price of £125,000. Discover this unique development opportunity.
New Knight Frank research reveals a sharp drop in large industrial take-up in Wales for 2025, driven by a critical shortage of modern Grade A space. Discover the market trends and future developments.
London Councils installs automatic number plate recognition cameras to enforce lorry controls. Drivers risk £550 fines for non-compliance. Full details on the new enforcement scheme.
Stafford in the West Midlands saw the UK's second highest house price rise, adding over £34,000 to average values. Discover the regional trends and expert advice for buyers.
TV presenter Dec Donnelly celebrates his new £30m ITV contract with Ant McPartlin by purchasing his third home on the same West London street. Read more about the property expansion.
Electric vehicle drivers in central London must now pay the congestion charge as the 100% discount ends. Petrol and diesel car fees also rise to £18. Get the full details on the new charges and upcoming VED increases.
UK house price growth slowed to 0.6% annually in December 2025, but Nationwide forecasts a rebound to 2-4% in 2026. Northern Ireland led with 9.7% growth. Get the full market analysis.
Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property towns for 2025, with Plymouth leading and two West Midlands locations making the list. Discover the full ranking and price growth.
Discover the budget, ticket prices, and key details for London's iconic 2025/2026 New Year's Eve fireworks display. Find out who funds the event and how to watch.
Lloyds Bank reveals UK areas where house prices fell sharply, with one town seeing values drop over £36,000. Expert advice on navigating the shifting property market.
Planning a 2026 move? Expert tips on valuations, decluttering and paperwork to maximise your sale price and speed. Get ahead before the market heats up.
Lloyds Bank reveals the UK's top property hotspots and coldspots for 2025. Discover where prices rose fastest, like Plymouth, and fell most, including Solihull. Get expert insights for your next move.
Shoppers are rushing to buy M&S's 'perfect' high-waisted jeans, now half price at £16.25 in the Boxing Day sales. Limited sizes remain, so act fast to grab this bargain.
Marks and Spencer's January sale offers 50% off on popular 'flattering' work trousers, now just £17.50. Shoppers praise the fit and style, but items are selling fast. Grab the deal before it's gone!
The Valuation Office clarifies how the new High Value Council Tax Surcharge will work for properties over £2 million from 2028. Learn about the targeted valuations and how it aims to create a fairer system.
A landmark former pub and nightclub in Tamworth's distinctive Art Deco Lighthouse building is on the market for £300,000. Could you revitalise this historic site?