Private renting has grown across every UK region over the last 40 years, but the scale and pace are often misunderstood. This graphic shows how uneven that growth has been, shaped largely by the decline in social housing. Understanding this shift helps explain today’s housing balance and the choices ahead.

The latest 0.25% interest rate cut may look modest on paper, saving the average variable mortgage holder around £31 a month, but its real influence runs deeper. Property markets are powered by confidence, and with mortgage rates easing and lenders competing again, sentiment is shifting. That change in mood is starting to matter.

In Attleborough, the flow of daily life often sparks a quiet moment of reflection about whether a home still suits the way things are evolving. As routines shift and priorities grow, a gentle urge to seek a better fit begins to emerge, revealing how closely our lives and our homes remain connected.

A delightful two-bedroom home with an open front outlook over open greensward, lounge features a cosy open fireplace, a sleek kitchen/diner flowing into an outside garden room, modern bathroom, generous storage, low-maintenance garden and private parking. Warm, stylish and ready to enjoy.