Would you believe it is cheaper today to buy a house as a first time buyer than in 1989 and 2007?

Would you believe it is cheaper today to buy a house as a first time buyer than in 1989 and 2007?

Yes it amazed us! It just shows how much the newspapers spin things for bad news. Of course the graph is going upwards, and it will be higher in Q4 - but interest rates need to rise 3% to 4% from where they are NOW to reach the levels of 1989 and 2007. Yes it’s tough out there - but it isn’t end of the world. Tell us your thoughts



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Located in the popular Constable Close off London Rd, Attleborough, this 3-bedroom semi-detached home offers a lounge off the entrance hall, fitted kitchen/diner, refitted bathroom, garage, and west-facing garden backing onto a play park, the property is offered with no onward chain.

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.

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Over the past decade, Attleborough’s property market has painted a vibrant picture of change. Our latest map reveals how different parts of the town have grown — from modest rises in some areas to striking surges in others. Discover how your street fits into Attleborough’s evolving story of house prices and local value.