"Our latest monthly market update comes as the deluge of possible changes to property taxation continues to rain down on the press - and the biggest shake-up in tenancy regulation across England and Wales passes into law."

"New homes: inertia easing, recovery advancing"

"Though the Budget is still over seven weeks away, the anticipation of what it may or may not include is weighing on sentiment in the housing market, particularly at the top end."

"House prices fell by -0.1% in August according to Nationwide. House price growth over the last three months was -0.4%, which has seen annual house price growth slow to 2.3%, down from 2.4% last month."

"After a good start to the year, global investment in the living sector fell in the second quarter. A decline in investment across single and multifamily was partially offset by growth in more niche sectors, including student and senior living."

"The regulation of mortgage lending is key in determining the level to which buyers are able to stretch themselves to get on the housing ladder."

"House prices rose by 0.6% in July (seasonally adjusted) according to Nationwide. House price growth over the last three months was 0.2%, the first positive recording, albeit marginal, since the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) changes on 1st April."

"Scotland’s prime market has shown resilience so far in 2025, with more agreed sales and steady prices, led by demand for family homes in popular suburbs. Looking ahead, Scotland’s comparative value on offer will underpin the prime market, with well-presented and competitively priced properties continuing to attract premium offers"

"Price sensitivity percolates from prime central London into the top end of Britain’s regional property markets"