Falling mortgage rates are bringing welcome relief to first-time buyers. Monthly repayments on the average UK first-time buyer mortgage are now around £355 less than three years ago — easing financial pressure and making homeownership feel more achievable for many ready to take their first step onto the property ladder.

Being a landlord in 2025 comes with fresh challenges, from shifting regulations to changing tenant expectations. Whether you’re experienced or new to lettings, this checklist will help you stay compliant, competitive, and confident in the year ahead.

Buying your first home in Attleborough is never easy, but it’s not as impossible as headlines suggest. While prices are high, history shows affordability is improving—mortgage costs now take a smaller slice of income than in past decades, giving today’s buyers more breathing room.

In Attleborough, the blend of property types mirrors the town’s character—from flats to semi detached homes and spacious detached homes. This mix, shaped by local history and planning, reveals not just housing trends but the lifestyle choices of the people who call Attleborough home.