Unite Students: Occupancy Falls, Elite Uni Demand Surges
Unite Students reports 9% earnings rise to £232.3m for 2025 despite portfolio occupancy decline. Strong demand at top-tier universities drives strategic shift toward elite institutions.
Category : Property Market
Midlands Firm Buys Merseyside Shopping Centre for £1.5m
Rugby Property Assets has purchased Cavendish Walk Shopping Centre in Huyton, Merseyside, in a £1.5 million transaction. The deal, completed just before Christmas, involves a 21-unit retail centre as part of broader £200 million regeneration plans for the
Festival Park Ebbw Vale Gains Five New Lettings
Mercia Real Estate has secured five new tenants for its 24-unit industrial development at Festival Park in Ebbw Vale, including a water treatment firm and a dance academy, revitalizing the former British Garden Festival site.
UK House Price Growth Slows to 2.4% as London Lags
Annual UK house price growth eased to 2.4% in December 2025, with London seeing a 1% decline. Northern Ireland led with 7.5% growth, while rental inflation slowed to its lowest rate since March 2022.
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Honda Recalls 46,000 UK Civics Over Wheel Safety Issue
Honda has issued a major recall for over 46,000 Civic models in the UK due to a defect that could cause wheels to detach while driving, posing serious safety risks.
James Bond Hideaway in Warwickshire Woodland Near Birmingham
Frogmore Woods in Warwickshire offers a rare chance to build a luxury hideaway with planning permission on 55 acres, featuring a WWII power station ready for transformation into a five-bedroom sanctuary.
Birmingham House Prices Drop in Cheapest Areas
House prices in Birmingham's most affordable neighborhoods like Lozells and Winson Green have fallen further, with typical homes now costing around £176,000, well below the UK average of £300,000.
Stamp Duty Relief Lost for First-Time Buyers Over £500k
New data reveals one in four first-time buyers paid stamp duty last year, with relief now entirely gone for properties over £500,000. Financial experts highlight Lifetime ISAs as a key tool to offset these costs through government bonuses.
Dusk's Foldaway Desk: £30 Off for Small Spaces
The Riley Foldaway Desk from Dusk, praised for its quality and compact design, is now £69, down from £99. Perfect for homeworking in limited spaces, it features a sleek industrial style and easy assembly.
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House Prices Fall in Posh West Midlands Areas
Latest property data reveals significant house price drops in affluent West Midlands postcodes, including B94 Olton and B93 Knowle, with values falling by tens of thousands of pounds over the past year.
Vacant Land Near Jewellery Quarter in Birmingham Auction
A significant 35,038 sq ft freehold plot at Key Hill in Hockley, owned by Birmingham City Council, will be auctioned by Bond Wolfe with an £800,000+ guide price, offering potential for various developments near the vibrant Jewellery Quarter.
Bristol Office Demand Soars, Rents Set to Rise
Bristol's office market saw an exceptionally positive year in 2025, with demand soaring and rents expected to continue rising. Annual take-up reached 926,000 sq ft, significantly above long-term averages.
First-Time Buyer Boom Expected This Spring Amid Inflation Fall
A sharp decline in inflation is set to drive swap rates lower, making mortgages more affordable and sparking a potential housing market boom for first-time buyers this spring, experts warn.
Mortgage Payments Fall £119 Monthly, Rates at 4.23%
UK homebuyers are saving £119 per month on mortgages compared to last year, with average two-year fixed rates dropping to 4.23%. House prices show mixed trends while rent growth slows.
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Arden University Fills The Spark Office to Full Occupancy
Arden University has signed a deal to occupy the remaining space at The Spark office in Newcastle Helix, bringing the prime building to full occupancy this spring.
UK House Prices Fall 0.7% as 1.2M First-Time Buyers Ready
UK house prices fell by 0.7% in December 2025, while rent growth slowed. Despite this, 85% of Gen Z aspire to own a home, with 1.2 million adults planning to buy within a year.
UK Road Construction Company W.T. Construction Collapses
W.T. Construction (Poole) Limited, a prominent road and motorway builder operating for nearly 30 years, has appointed administrators, raising concerns about potential job losses and local economic impact.
London Firm Buys Team Valley Retail World in Major £100m+ Deal
Retail World at Team Valley in Gateshead, a premier shopping destination with over 30 brands, has been purchased by Ashtrom Properties UK for a reported £100m-plus, marking one of the region's most significant real estate transactions of the past year.
Starbucks Drive-Thru Opens at Gloucester's Old RAF Base
A new Starbucks drive-thru has reached practical completion in Kingsway, Gloucester, marking the final phase of a major commercial center redevelopment at a former RAF airbase site.
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Barclays: Property Chain Collapses Cost Buyers £2,127
A Barclays survey reveals UK homebuyers lose an average of £2,127 when property chains break down, with 46% experiencing delays or transaction failures.
Edgbaston House Prices Plummet £30,000 in 12 Months
Average property values in the prestigious B15 postcode of Edgbaston have fallen sharply by £30,000 over the past year, despite remaining near £400,000, as new sales data reveals a significant downturn in one of Birmingham's wealthiest neighbourhoods.
Rednal Family Home with Pavilion Garden for Sale at £325,000
An exceptional three-bedroom detached family home on Rubery Lane in Rednal, Birmingham, has come to market for £325,000. The property features stylish modern interiors, a cosy log burner, and a highly private rear garden with a wooden pavilion.
UK First-Time Buyers Hit with £5,000+ Stamp Duty Bills
New data reveals nearly 37,000 first-time buyers paid stamp duty in 2024/25, with over 13,500 facing bills of £5,000 or more. Experts warn rising house prices will increase tax burdens further.
Victoria's Secret Bullring Return Date Announced with Gifts
Victoria's Secret confirms March 6 opening at Birmingham's Bullring in former Next unit, featuring launch celebrations with free gifts, DJ sets, and surprise performances for shoppers.
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UK House Prices Dip £12 in February After January Surge
Average asking prices fell slightly to £368,019 in February, following a near £10,000 jump in January, as sellers adopt a cautious approach in a competitive market.
Homebuyers Warned: Paperwork Mistake Could Cost £10,000
Mortgage expert reveals how oversharing financial details with estate agents can lead to higher purchase prices. Strategic paperwork management could save thousands.
Birmingham's Most Expensive Postcodes as House Prices Rise 18%
New data reveals the Birmingham postcodes with the highest average property prices, with one area reaching over £600,000, while others see significant price increases up to 18%.
Mortgage Repayments Drop for 1.8 Million Homeowners
Around 1.8 million borrowers are expected to remortgage this year, benefiting from the lowest mortgage rates since 2022, with payments potentially falling to 40-41% of average earnings.
Birmingham's Cheapest Homes: Aston Averages £168,000
New data reveals Aston as Birmingham's most affordable area for homebuyers, with average prices at £168,000—nearly half the UK average. Discover the price contrasts across the city.
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Birmingham Leads Midlands Relocation Rankings
Birmingham is the most popular destination for people moving within the Midlands, attracting 14.7% of relocators, more than double the share of second-placed Northampton.
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