First-time buyer mortgages

First-time buyer mortgages

In this short article we take a quick look at First Time Buyers Mortgages

  • The average mortgage for a first-time buyer across the UK is just shy of £194,000, as FTB numbers fell 29% in the first half of 2020 versus 2019.
  • The average deposit for a FTB is now £47,059, purchasers requiring a mortgage at 80% LTV. There are 52% fewer 80%+ LTV products available on the market now than in March, 12% fewer than in July.
  • FTBs accounted for over half of all house purchase loans in 2019, but these purchasers have been more significantly affected by the impact of COVID-19.
  • FTBs will be helped in future by continuation of the government's Help-to-Buy scheme until March 2023 and the introduction of government backed 95% LTV mortgages. Source: Dataloft, Moneyfacts, Halifax
  • If you are are First Time Buyer then why not give us a call and we can see if our Independent Mortgage Broker can save you some money, please click or tap here to e-mail us your enquiry


Get in touch with us

A quick look at Attleborough’s property market, where this time, I'm focusing on the £/sq.ft of all property that was 'for sale' in July—a key indicator of how the market is moving. More than just a number, it reflects the mix of homes for sale and the story behind local property values.

Once overlooked, bungalows are fast becoming some of the most desirable homes in Attleborough and beyond. With demand soaring, supply scarce, and prices per square foot outpacing other property types, these single-level homes are proving both practical and prestigious. Here’s why they’re back in fashion.

How many people live in the average Attleborough home? It’s more than just a number—it reflects how families live today. With 20.3% of East Anglia households hosting four or more people, the need for spacious, flexible homes is clear—and it's shaping local housing demand in real, meaningful ways.

Set in a quiet cul-de-sac on the edge of Attleborough, this stylish four-bedroom detached home offers spacious, light-filled living with high ceilings throughout. Highlights include a generous 19ft entrance hall, dual-aspect lounge, 19ft kitchen/diner, and an enclosed garden with a 'secret garden'.