Rental growth has eased, but tenants are still searching carefully and landlords need to stay on top of pricing, compliance and property standards as the summer moving season continues.

Discover this stylish three-bedroom detached home built by Messrs Abel Homes offering modern design, energy efficiency, and generous living. Set on a sunny 0.21 of acre corner plot, it features an open-plan kitchen/diner, dual-aspect lounge, study, utility, en suite, and a fabulous garden with patio, garage, and solar panels in East Harling.

As we move through May 2026, buyers are seeing more homes come to market, but affordability still matters. Here is what today’s mix of greater choice, steady demand and higher mortgage costs means if you are planning a 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.