"What will shape UK residential returns over the next five years? From inflation and interest rates to planning reforms, mortgage flexibility, and rental legislation, Lucian Cook explains the forces redefining housing markets and investor strategies."

"Welcome to the hub page for our housing market forecasts, which were released on 5 November 2025"

"House prices grew by 0.5% in September, according to Nationwide. That put price growth at 1.1% over the last three months and 2.5% over the last year, surprisingly strong numbers given the lingering uncertainty in the market."

"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."

"When we released our house price forecasts in November last year, we predicted that if the last few years had been a rollercoaster ride in the housing market, 2025 would be more of a gentle trip on the teacups."

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

"Swings and roundabouts for UK land and property"

"How will the next stage of the real estate cycle unfold in 2025?"