Property Market Updates Archives - The Chelmsford Property Blog

Where can first-time buyers find value?

Stephen Frost — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +0000

In 2023, the real estate market witnessed a significant decrease in the number of first-time buyers, with a 21% drop compared to the previous year, totaling 293,339 new homeowners. This decline is attributed mainly to the growing challenges related to affordability, as more potential buyers find themselves priced out of the market. To understand the […]

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Buyer Confidence is Returning to the Chelmsford Market – Here’s Why

Stephen Frost — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Exciting developments are underway in the property market, with recent statistics indicating a significant uptick in buyer demand, marking a notable 14% surge in property seekers actively engaged in the market*. This surge prompts reflection on the driving factors behind this heightened interest and its implications for prospective buyers and sellers in 2024. Interest rates […]

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Mortgage Lending Metrics

Stephen Frost — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:33:00 +0000

Mortgage borrowers who have locked in fixed rates can breathe a sigh of relief, having sidestepped the brunt of the interest rate hikes. Currently, the trajectory for interest rates is on a decline, offering a glimmer of hope for those concerned about escalating borrowing costs. However, a turning point looms for approximately 1.5 million homeowners […]

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How long do we stay in our homes?

Stephen Frost — Thu, 23 Nov 2023 10:00:36 +0000

The Property Academy Home Moving Trends Survey, recently unveiled, has shed light on an intriguing trend: people are relocating more frequently than they anticipate. The survey’s findings are quite revealing, showing that only a quarter (23%) of home movers initially plan to move within the next six years. However, the actual scenario paints a different […]

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Interest rates close to peak

Stephen Frost — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 08:32:22 +0000

In their latest assembly this November, the Bank of England maintained the benchmark bank rate at a steady 5.25%. The implications of this decision are significant for the residential property sphere, as mortgage affordability—a direct offshoot of interest rates—stands as a pivotal factor shaping the real estate market’s trajectory. A collection of expert predictions gathered […]

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Zoopla’s 2024 UK Housing Market Forecast

Stephen Frost — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 09:47:41 +0000

Zoopla advises that the real estate sector should brace for a continuation of the downward trend in house prices into 2024, following a projected 4.5 percent decline by the close of 2023. Richard Donnell, Zoopla’s Executive Director and Head of Research, notes that despite the tenacity of house prices amidst economic turbulence, enhancing affordability is […]

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Rental Affordability

Stephen Frost — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 10:03:57 +0000

While it’s true that the southern regions of England typically boast higher earnings compared to the rest of the country, this financial advantage comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to the rental market. For those seeking to rent a home in the south, a larger slice of their income will […]

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A Home shared…

Stephen Frost — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000

The iconic cast of the television series “Friends” not only entertained viewers but also set a precedent as role models for an entire generation. They epitomized the aspiration of co-living, experiencing the ups and downs of life together in a shared apartment. This mirrors the modern trend in England and Wales, where ‘Homes in Multiple […]

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Transactions and prices

Stephen Frost — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000

In the year leading up to July, residential property sales in England and Wales totaled just over one million, marking an 11.4% decrease from the previous year’s transaction volume. While this figure may seem like a significant drop, it’s important to contextualize it within the broader real estate landscape. Comparing the current numbers to the […]

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Widening expectations between buyers and sellers

Stephen Frost — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000

The current landscape of the real estate market is characterized by high borrowing costs, which has led potential buyers to exercise caution. This caution has become one of the driving factors behind the shift towards what is now widely regarded as a buyer’s market, as reported by seven out of ten real estate agents. In […]

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