New year demand surge sees busiest January on record: Rightmove

New year demand surge sees busiest January on record: Rightmove

It was the busiest January on record for home-mover activity, with buyer demand up 16% compared to January last year, and 24% compared to January 2020, according to the latest data released by Rightmove.

However, despite strong and sustained demand from buyers, there are early signs of a better-balanced market over the course of 2022. The number of new homes coming to the market for sale jumped 10% in the last two weeks of January compared to the same time last year. To continue reading, please Click Here


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If you are planning to sell in Attleborough, timing depends on more than luck. Property type, bedroom count, pricing and marketing all shape the outcome. Some homes attract swift interest, while others linger. Understanding local trends and launching at the right price from day one can make the difference between a smooth move and a stalled sale.

In 2025, £344bn was spent on property across Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Follow the money and the market’s geography becomes clear. Some regions dominate, others quietly punch above their weight. It’s a powerful reminder that the UK property market isn’t one story, but many regional economies moving at different speeds.

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.

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