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The UK property market experienced 38,376 new listings this week, a decrease from 40,300 last week, indicating a potential slowdown. Year-to-date listings are 0.6% higher than last year, suggesting market resilience despite fluctuations. New listings in the UK property market have shown resilience despite the Easter holiday, with a smaller decline compared to previous years. Approximately 53% of listed properties are sold, indicating challenges in converting listings into sales.
Source material: UK Property Market Stats Show - Week 13 2026
Summary
The UK property market experienced 38,376 new listings this week, a decrease from 40,300 last week, indicating a potential slowdown. Year-to-date listings are 0.6% higher than last year, suggesting market resilience despite fluctuations. New listings in the UK property market have shown resilience despite the Easter holiday, with a smaller decline compared to previous years. Approximately 53% of listed properties are sold, indicating challenges in converting listings into sales.
The property market is facing challenges due to homes being overvalued, leading to many unsold properties. Statistics indicate that homes taking longer than 100 days to sell have significantly reduced chances of completing the sale. The UK property market has experienced an 11.8% decline in sales, which is less severe than previous years during the Easter period. Year-to-date gross sales total 321,000, reflecting a 6.2% decrease from last year but a 15.3% increase compared to pre-COVID levels.
Perspectives
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Metrics
listings
12.9%
increase compared to the decade average
Shows how current listings exceed long-term trends.
overall 12.9% ahead of the decade average
sales_success_rate
14.5 %
chance of a house selling after 12 weeks
This low percentage indicates significant market inefficiencies.
the house has not sold by the 12th week. It only has a 14 and a half percent chance of actually shifting.
sales_success_rate
56 %
chance of a sale completing if sold after 100 days
This stark contrast highlights the importance of timely sales.
if you take more than 100 days to find a buyer, the chances of that sale getting through to exchange go from 19 out of 20 to 11 out of 20, 56%.
drop_in_property_prices
11.8 %
drop in property prices
A significant drop in prices can indicate market instability.
we've had an 11.8% drop.
sales
321,000 units
year-to-date gross sales
This figure indicates the overall health of the property market.
gross sales here to date, 321,000
sales_decline
11.8%
decline in sales compared to previous years
A smaller decline suggests potential stabilization in the market.
11.8% drop in in sales
sales_increase
15.3%
increase compared to pre-COVID levels
Shows resilience in the market relative to historical performance.
15.3% ahead of pre-COVID
average_price
£350,000 GBP
average final asking price for properties
Reflects current market pricing dynamics.
The average price of a property coming, the setting is 350,000
Key entities
Timeline highlights
00:00–05:00
The UK property market experienced 38,376 new listings this week, a decrease from 40,300 last week, indicating a potential slowdown. Year-to-date listings are 0.6% higher than last year, suggesting market resilience despite fluctuations.
- This week, the UK property market saw 38,376 new listings, a decrease from 40,300 last week, indicating a potential slowdown in activity that may impact sales
- Year-to-date listings are 0.6% higher than last year and significantly exceed pre-COVID levels, suggesting market resilience despite recent fluctuations
- The average asking price for new listings is currently £438,000, slightly below historical norms, which may indicate a shift in seller pricing strategies
- Timely data is crucial as traditional reports often reflect outdated figures; focusing on recent metrics allows agents to better understand current market dynamics
- Adam Lawrence, a property economist, provides insights into market trends, helping agents address challenges like overvaluation and competition
- The segment will highlight Herefords local market conditions, equipping agents with tools to assess their performance and improve strategies
05:00–10:00
New listings in the UK property market have shown resilience despite the Easter holiday, with a smaller decline compared to previous years. Approximately 53% of listed properties are sold, indicating challenges in converting listings into sales.
- Despite the Easter holiday, new listings in the UK property market have shown resilience, indicating that agents are actively working to attract buyers during this busy period
- In March, 13.2% of properties experienced price reductions, reflecting a balance between sellers adjusting expectations and others remaining attached to their asking prices
- The average price of reduced properties aligns with historical trends, suggesting a stable market, though emotional attachments may slow down sales
- Sales figures for the week indicate a typical seasonal dip due to Easter, but the smaller decline in listings compared to previous years may suggest a stronger market
- Approximately 53% of listed properties are sold, highlighting a significant challenge for agents in converting listings into sales and the importance of effective pricing strategies
- As the market approaches a busy season with upcoming bank holidays, monitoring the performance of listings and sales will be essential for understanding future market trends
10:00–15:00
The property market is facing challenges due to homes being overvalued, leading to many unsold properties. Statistics indicate that homes taking longer than 100 days to sell have significantly reduced chances of completing the sale.
- The current issue in the property market stems from homes being overvalued at the outset. This overpricing leads to a significant number of properties remaining unsold, which ultimately affects market dynamics
- Statistics reveal that homes taking longer than 100 days to sell have a drastically reduced chance of completing the sale. This highlights the importance of timely pricing and market responsiveness for successful transactions
- The discussion around sole agency agreements suggests that their duration may need to be reconsidered. A shorter agreement period could enhance consumer protection and improve overall market efficiency
- The average time for a property to sell is crucial, as quicker sales correlate with higher completion rates. This indicates that both sellers and agents should prioritize competitive pricing to facilitate faster transactions
- The disparity in sales success rates among major estate agents adds to doubts about their business models. If agents are only selling a fraction of their listings, it challenges the sustainability of their operations
- A proposed limit of 13 weeks for sole agency agreements is suggested as a reasonable timeframe for sellers. This would provide enough time for effective marketing while preventing prolonged periods of inactivity
15:00–20:00
The UK property market has experienced an 11.8% decline in sales, which is less severe than previous years during the Easter period. Year-to-date gross sales total 321,000, reflecting a 6.2% decrease from last year but a 15.3% increase compared to pre-COVID levels.
- The UK property market has seen an 11.8% decline in sales, indicating a potential stabilization compared to more severe drops in previous years during Easter
- Year-to-date gross sales total 321,000, reflecting a 6.2% decrease from last year but a 15.3% increase compared to pre-COVID levels, suggesting current sales are still better than historical norms
- The average final asking price for properties is approximately £350,000, with sales typically closing slightly below this figure, highlighting the importance of understanding price dynamics for market expectations
- The market shows resilience with stable average sales prices over the past five years, indicating an adjustment to current economic conditions without drastic fluctuations
- Mortgage rates have slightly improved, currently between 4.75% and 5% for two-year fixed rates, which may boost buyer confidence compared to the higher rates during the 2022 budget crisis
- Current market conditions are influenced by past disturbances like the 2022 budget, with minor adjustments in mortgage rates potentially aiding in maintaining stability
20:00–25:00
The market anticipates three base rate hikes by the end of 2026, currently at 3.75%, which may increase mortgage payments by £70 to £100 monthly. The sell-through rate is approximately 15.5%, indicating that agents are selling just under one in six properties.
- The market expects three base rate hikes by the end of 2026, currently at 3.75%, which could raise mortgage payments by £70 to £100 monthly
- Current conditions are less severe than in 2022, where payment increases could reach £500, indicating a more manageable situation now
- Net sales are impacted by a rising fall-through rate, suggesting fewer successful transactions and a need for improved chain management by agents
- Agents with pre-approved mortgages from six weeks ago should secure those agreements, as current rates are significantly higher, ensuring smoother transactions
- The sell-through rate is around 15.5%, meaning agents are selling just under one in six properties, a key metric for evaluating their performance against national averages
- Escalating geopolitical tensions could lead to more fall-throughs and fewer new sales, prompting agents to proactively manage their listings to mitigate potential instability
25:00–30:00
Stock levels have increased to 716,943 homes, indicating a seasonal recovery but still below historical highs. The sales pipeline includes 453,000 homes, suggesting active market engagement despite ongoing challenges in net sales.
- Stock levels have risen to 716,943 homes, indicating a seasonal recovery but still falling short of historical highs, particularly compared to the 2008 financial crisis
- The sales pipeline includes 453,000 homes, significantly above pre-COVID levels, suggesting active market engagement despite an average sales completion time of 19 weeks
- The fall-through rate has improved to 21%, reflecting enhanced buyer confidence and stability in transactions, which is crucial for market health
- Net sales for the week are at 18,471, a decline from previous weeks, underscoring ongoing market challenges as year-to-date figures remain below last years
- Approximately 5.1% of sales fell through, indicating a long-term decline that suggests better communication and preparation are helping to reduce transaction failures
- Overall market dynamics show improvements in certain areas, yet challenges persist, particularly in achieving higher net sales, necessitating vigilance from stakeholders