While the milestone reflects ongoing demand, affordability pressures persist — particularly for first-time buyers. Read more about how this impacts buyers and investors.
With average rental yields around 9%, lower entry prices, and resilient tenant demand, the city highlights a growing shift toward regional markets that prioritise income and affordability.
UK house prices have risen about 1% year‑on‑year to start 2026, supported by improving affordability as wage growth outpaces price inflation. Here’s what this means for buyers and property investors.
UK asking rents are now falling across most regions, and a surge in supply is slowing price growth — with house values only marginally higher year‑on‑year. If you’re underwriting deals in 2026, update rent and price assumptions with current market data.