Sticking with it

Sticking with it

In this quick speed read, we look at the mood within the current property market

  • Research by Rightmove indicates the vast majority of sales will continue if buyers miss the June or September SDLT deadlines.
  • A proportion of buyers (25% Rightmove, 42% Dataloft subscriber poll) are likely to renegotiate on price and this may well act as a brake on rising house prices.
  • Zoopla estimate 1.5 million property sales will take place this year, making 2021 the busiest market since 2007.
  • Following the first lockdown, just 61% of movers felt a high street agency presence was essential, yet just 1 in 25 sellers used an independent or online agent with no presence.
  • Source: Dataloft, Rightmove, Zoopla, HMRC


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Over the past three years, the number of homes for sale has surged dramatically, far outpacing the national rise. Yet, despite the increase, supply remains tighter than in past downturns. With more choice for buyers, success now depends on smart, realistic pricing that stands out in a competitive market.

Many would-be buyers hesitate, waiting for calmer times before taking the plunge. Yet history shows that waiting often costs more than acting. While renters lose money monthly, owners build equity and stability. The market rewards time, not timing—progress starts the moment you buy.

This week’s property update looks at the latest £-per-square-foot trends, offering a snapshot of how the market is moving. While small shifts may not signal price changes, they reveal the evolving mix of homes for sale and provide valuable insight into overall market health and momentum.

In Attleborough, the blend of property types mirrors the town’s character—from flats to semi detached homes and spacious detached homes. This mix, shaped by local history and planning, reveals not just housing trends but the lifestyle choices of the people who call Attleborough home.