A new £2m-plus home surcharge is billed as progressive, but its impact falls mainly on London and the South East, where many owners now face an annual bill from 2028. Critics warn it punishes long-term residents, cools the prime market and deepens regional divides, even as households weigh downsizing. Many fear a new cliff edge at £2m too.

Attleborough’s property market has a pulse, measured by asking prices per square foot and shaped by the homes currently for sale. This snapshot helps homeowners and landlords read the mood rather than pure value change.

Rents have surged unevenly in recent years, revealing a striking divide shaped by shifting incomes and tenant affordability. While some areas have seen rapid momentum, others have moved more steadily, exposing a complex landscape that reflects economic pressures and evolving demand in communities.

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