Post-pandemic buyers returning to city life🌆

Post-pandemic buyers returning to city life🌆

Successive lockdowns fuelled an exodus from London to the countryside, but many of those that left the capital are now regretting their decision and heading home to London.

Sara Ransom of Stacks Property Search, says: â€œBuyers are saying that they found rural life lonely and quiet, and for many, it’s become impractical as working from home diminishes and the reality of a five times a week commute takes its toll. To continue reading, please Click Here


Get in touch with us

At Millbanks, we believe estate agency should be proactive, personal, and genuinely helpful. Discover how our investment in AI-powered technology is transforming your property journey, making it smoother and more efficient.

What this really shows is not house prices, but pressure. Affordability is about monthly cost, which varies across the UK. In London and the South, first-time buyers can spend over half their income on housing, while elsewhere it is far lower. To learn more please read on..

In May 2026, pricing strategy matters more than ever. With more homes on the market and buyers watching affordability closely, setting the right asking price can make all the difference to your next move.

May is a key month for sellers, but more homes are competing for attention. If you are thinking of moving this spring, here is how the current market is shaping buyer behaviour and what helps a home stand out.