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We take a quick look at the energy ratings and premiums paid on properties sold over the last year

Just 1 in every 11 properties sold over the past year has achieved the highest energy performance certificate (EPC) rating of ‘A’ or ‘B’. Such properties have commanded a 15% price premium over a ‘D’ rated property (based on £psf). 65% of homes are rated ‘D’ or lower "Brrr". 
Source: Dataloft, Land Registry, DLUHC, based on properties sold over the last 12 Months


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Welcome back to our weekly look at the Attleborough property market, where we track the trends shaping local homes. This month’s £ per square foot figure offers another snapshot of activity, revealing how the mix of properties for sale continues to influence the market’s rhythm. Please 'click the link' to read the article to learn more...

January 2026 showed a market regaining momentum. Across much of the UK, sales agreed are running ahead of two years ago, led by the Midlands and East. Scotland and Wales are also strengthening. London remains mixed, and Northern Ireland softer. This is not a boom, but a steady, broad based rebuild driven by realistic pricing.

Over the past 25 years, UK house prices have risen significantly, quietly building wealth for homeowners along the way. While markets move in cycles, the long-term trend remains clear. For many households, their home has become one of the most consistent and powerful drivers of personal wealth.

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.