Market Reports

October was about laying foundations for future change. In fact, we can’t remember a month so heavy with reform and rumour. Here’s a recap of what happened and how it impacted the market.

September 2025 wasn’t straightforward. Rumours of a change to stamp duty and a looming Autumn Budget slightly muted the market. Serious buyers and sellers, however, remained determined to make their move. 

August delivered some fantastic holiday weather but did the property market sizzle like the summer? There were certainly good things to report from the mortgage market. Moneyfacts said the average two-year, fixed mortgage rate dropped below 5% for the first time in three years. The new average rate of 4.99% is great news for those who like the certainty of a regular repayment amount. 

High summer has arrived but is the UK property market running hot? After digesting the latest round of reports, the verdict is we’re in a stable period. The absence of drastic highs and lows seen in previous years is great news for home movers.