The latest research by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves , has revealed that the London Borough of Tower Hamlets has seen by far the largest increase in the number of homes owned by Chinese foreign nationals since 2020, as the UK Government today approved plans for China's controversial new London 'mega embassy' at Royal Mint Court.
New analysis from Inventory Base , a leading provider of inspection and compliance technology, reveals that despite the incoming Renters' Rights Act introducing significant changes around the rights tenants have to keep a pet in their home, there has still only been a marginal increase in the number of pet-friendly rental listings.
Inventory Base's analysis of current rental listings...
The latest research from Property DriveBuy reveals that house prices in UK cities are significantly outperforming both coastal and countryside locations, rising by an average of 3.4% over the past year, well ahead of the wider UK market which has seen growth of 2.5%. And while countryside homes have also seen a price increase, the nation's massively popular seaside hotspots have been stunned...
The latest research by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed a stark disparity in asking prices depending on how extensively a property is marketed, with homes listed using four photos or fewer priced almost £80,000 lower on average than those benefiting from five or more images.
Benham and Reeves analysed current for-sale listings across England,...
Jonathan Samuels, CEO of Octane Capital , believes that despite the Government extending the deadline for all private rental stock to meet an EPC C rating from 2028 to 2030 , refurbishment finance will remain key in helping landlords meet this deadline, with an estimated £19.9bn needed to ensure all privately rented homes in England are up to standard in four years time.
New research reveals that the UK development industry is entering 2026 with cautious optimism but is still held back by deep-rooted staffing challenges that are slowing delivery and squeezing project viability. The Development Index – produced by real estate and construction hiring specialist, Cobalt Recruitment – captures the current challenges, along with the opportunities and pressures...
The latest market analysis by Enness Global has revealed that almost 203,000 homes across England and Wales are owned by international homeowners, with London home to the highest proportion at 34%, while Hong Kong, Singapore, the USA, the UAE and China are the most prevalent overseas nationalities.
The figures from Enness Global* reveal the number of homes across England and Wales...
The government's renewed focus on energy efficiency in the private rented sector is set to place further strain on DIY landlords, according to a leading brokerage founder.
But Ian Macbeth, managing partner of Avocado Property believes this has created a significant commercial opportunity for professional letting agents.
This week, ministers outlined further detail around the...
Bathrooms are no longer purely practical spaces; they've become personal sanctuaries where style, comfort and wellbeing come together.
From playful accessories that add personality without redecorating, to calming spa-inspired colour palettes, hotel-worthy luxury details, cosy layered textures and innovative flooring that blends beauty with comfort, today's bathroom trends are all...
The latest research from Property DriveBuy has found that estate agents are starting 2026 on a stronger footing, with the majority reporting an increase in buyer enquiries and viewing requests, while one in five are also seeing more offers being made. However, despite these early signs of improving market conditions, only a small proportion of agents are currently investing in their...
