Lower mortgage rates are supporting more house sales against a backdrop of modest house price inflation. Our House Price Index tracks key trends in the UK housing market - here’s the latest news in May 2025.
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House price inflation is losing momentum as seasonal factors and growing economic uncertainty cools buyer demand, while supply continues to expand. More homes for sale are boosting choice and keeping house prices in check.
Four in five existing homeowners (83%) will pay stamp duty from April, up from 49% today as the 2% band returns between £125k and £250k, adding up to £2,500 per purchase
Buyers have a wide choice of homes for sale, which will keep price inflation in check. Sellers need to be very careful in how they price their homes if they are serious about moving in 2025.
The housing market is resilient, supported by faster growth in average earnings. There are the most homes for sale in 7 years, which will keep price inflation in check. But are buyers missing opportunities in the flats market?
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