Tag Archives: housing market

Government shake-up amidst planning reforms, whilst material delays stifle output

This week’s roundup looks at the latest government reshuffle, worsening material delays, and strong results from Redrow.

House prices hit all-time high, whilst labour shortages could last for years

This week’s roundup reviews the latest house price index from Halifax, the ongoing material and labour shortages, and carbon reduction commitments from Vistry Group.

Council housing is back: local authority units are on the rise

A close look at recent housing completion data reveals a steady increase in the number of local authority homes being built. So, what’s driving this?

Housing supply falls amid rising prices, driver shortage adds to industry woes

This week’s roundup reviews Zoopla’s latest House Price Index, the shortage of HGV drivers, and relief that the planned product marking changes have been delayed.

The Beast from the East: house price growth in the decade driven by Eastern regions

Recent statistics from the ONS has revealed that the North has driven house price growth in the past year. But has this always been the case?

Positive Persimmon trading report, brick shortages worsen, and house prices increase

This week’s roundup features strong results from Persimmon, brick manufacturers warning of worsening supplies, and the latest house price data from the ONS.

Current bungalow levels need to rise

The humble bungalow is traditionally associated with the older generation; but COVID has changed the way they’re viewed. Are we building enough of them to keep up with a resurgent demand?