Global events can ripple into the property market in surprising ways. Recent tensions involving Iran have nudged oil prices, inflation expectations and mortgage funding costs. But what does that really mean for UK home buyers and sellers? This article looks at the link between geopolitics, interest rates and property prices.

A stunning Grade II listed four-bedroom character home in Starston, Norfolk, offering 2.4 acres of gardens, elegant reception rooms, a charming farmhouse kitchen with Aga, and beautiful period features throughout. With outbuildings, countryside views, and spacious living, this is rural family life at its finest.

A chance to acquire a plot of just under two-thirds of an acre with demolition of the existing uninhabitable cottage and planning permission for two detached, two-storey dwellings with single garages. Alternatively a renovation of the existing dwelling. This is offered for sale through the Modern Method of Auction which is operated by Iamsold Ltd.

Average house prices grab the headlines, yet they only tell part of the story. Looking at price per square foot reveals what buyers are truly paying for space. The 2025 figures show sharp regional contrasts, highlighting how the same budget can deliver vastly different lifestyles depending on where you buy.