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Medway regeneration gathers pace as new shared ownership scheme launches in Chatham
Medway’s regeneration takes a step forward as The New Tide development in Chatham delivers 56 shared ownership homes, supporting local housing and growth.
UK to launch plug-in solar panels and mandate solar on new homes under energy reforms
Plug-in solar panels will be available in UK shops within months as government pushes clean energy, alongside new rules mandating solar on new homes.
Landlords urged to act as e-bike fire risk surges across UK properties
Landlords are being urged to review safety measures as e-bike and e-scooter fires rise sharply across the UK, driven by lithium-ion battery risks in residential properties.
Iran conflict dents UK housing market confidence as buyer demand weakens, says RICS
UK housing market confidence weakens as Iran conflict impacts buyer demand, inflation expectations and mortgage outlook, according to RICS.
Family homes with guide prices from £25,000 to go under the hammer in Birmingham auction
Renovation-ready family homes in Birmingham are heading to auction with guide prices starting from £25,000, attracting investors and buyers seeking value.
Middle East turmoil drives wealthy investors back to London’s prime property market
Wealthy Gulf investors are turning to London property as a safe haven, with enquiries rising sharply amid Middle East instability.
UK Build to Rent investment forecast to surpass £5.7bn in 2026 as completions surge
UK Build to Rent investment is forecast to surpass £5.7bn in 2026 as sector completions rise 13% in 2025, according to new research from Property Inspect.
UK house prices beat expectations to hit record high
UK house prices reached a record £301,151 in February as Halifax reports stronger-than-expected growth, though Middle East tensions could slow future interest rate cuts.
Limited company landlords dominate buy-to-let purchases as tax changes reshape property investment
Limited company landlords accounted for a record 43% of buy-to-let mortgage purchases in 2025, highlighting a major structural shift in the UK rental market following tax changes.
UK rents top £1,000 a month in over half of local areas as affordability pressures mount
Average rents now exceed £1,000 a month in 52% of British local areas, up from 23% in 2020, as affordability pressures grow despite signs of slowing rental inflation.