Date Published 22 May 2025
* A measured pace of house price growth is expected over the next few years, as bank rate cuts and falling mortgage rates are offset by high stock levels, a subdued economic backdrop and ongoing geopolitical risks. Growth of 1.6% is forecast by the end of 2025, rising to 2.0% in 2026.
* Almost half (47%) of agents expect prices in the sales market to stay the same over the next 3 months, while 38% expect an increase.
* Given high stock levels and strong competition among listings, sellers need to remain realistic and price correctly from the outset to attract buyers.
Source: Dataloft by PriceHubble (Poll of subscribers), HM Treasury April 2025, Average of Independent Forecasts
