House price growth at fastest rate since 2007: Halifax

House price growth at fastest rate since 2007: Halifax

Despite the ongoing pandemic and wider economic challenges of 2021, average property prices hit new record highs eight times during 2021, breaking records once again in December to stand at £276,091.

The latest figures released by Halifax this morning have shown that house prices increased by over £24,500 in 2021, the largest annual cash rise since March 2003, but are expected to slow in 2022. To continue reading, please Click Here


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Fresh market insights reveal that homes are still taking longer to sell, with many remaining unsold. This shift highlights how crucial realistic pricing is from the start. Properties priced correctly attract more interest and sell faster, avoiding price cuts and the frustration of lingering on the market.

For many Attleborough homeowners in their 50s and 60s, the appeal of single-storey living is growing. Whether it’s for easier maintenance, future planning, or simply the charm of bungalow life, demand remains strong — and with limited supply, these sought-after homes continue to hold their value.

Understanding Attleborough’s housing market means looking beyond prices and trends. The distribution of retired households reveals key insights into who lives where—and why. Exploring these patterns helps explain how age demographics shape property demand, investment, and local housing dynamics.

The Autumn Budget brought predictable housing and tax shifts, headlined by a 2028 levy on £2m+ homes that affects under 1% of properties but will shape behaviour for years. Landlords face tighter margins as taxes rise, while Attleborough’s market absorbs uncertainty. The measures add clarity rather than comfort as pressures build.