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22.07.2026
UK Housing Market Update – Q2 2026
The latest Nationwide House Price Index highlights a housing market that continues to demonstrate resilience despite ongoing economic uncertainty.
Key takeaways:
📈 UK house prices are 2.2% higher than a year ago.
💷 The average UK property value now stands at approximately £277,500.
📍 Northern Ireland continues to record the strongest annual price growth.
🏘️ Within England, the North West remains the best-performing region.
🤝 Buyer demand has softened slightly but remains healthy overall.
For mortgage advisers, estate agents, solicitors and other property professionals, the message is clear: while market conditions have evolved, there are still opportunities for buyers who receive the right advice.
Understanding affordability, lender criteria and the full range of available products has never been more important.
What trends are you seeing in your local market? I'd be interested to hear your thoughts.
I’m a Mortgage and Protection Adviser helping clients across the UK secure residential, buy-to-let and remortgage solutions. I work with first-time buyers, home movers, self-employed applicants and…
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