housing view

Nationwide HPI reveals strong start to the year, as Levelling Up white paper finally published

The Government’s ‘Levelling Up’ white paper is finally published. What does it say about housing in the UK?

Buyer demand soars, but so do material costs

Zoopla have reported a surge in buying demand, as house prices increase by 7.4% in the year. Meanwhile, further material price rises are announced by major manufacturers.

ONS reports annual growth, as Taylor Wimpey announce positive results

The Office for National Statistics has published their house price index for November 2021, whilst Taylor Wimpey announce results in line with expectations.

Output surges as material prices level; housebuilders report strong results

Construction output surged in November, as material prices flatten for the first time since September 2020. Meanwhile, several housebuilders announce results to the City, with differing fortunes.

What will happen to house prices in 2022?

2021 saw unprecedented house price inflation; however, most experts predict that the market will cool this year. We see what the latest forecasts are, and make our own predictions.

First-time buyer transactions hit a high, whilst SMEs reveal major barriers to housing delivery

HMRC figures reveal that first-time buyer transactions reach the highest level since 2002, amid ongoing challenges to housing completions in 2022.

Climbing out of the valley: why property prices in Wales are booming

Wales has seen an exceptional annual house price growth of around 15% in 2021, beating all other regions for the first time in history. Why?

House prices end year at record high, as Miller Homes bought by Apollo

The latest house price index from Nationwide reveals that 2021 ended on a record high, as Miller Homes announce a purchase by Apollo.

Building Regulation changes announced, as house prices increase

Official figures from the ONS reveal that house prices rose by over 10% in the twelve months to October 2021, whilst Building Regulation changes are announced.

Pandemic triggers huge reduction in skilled labour

The Construction Products Association have reported that 223,000 workers have left the industry over the past two years, worsening an already dire labour shortage.