Expert guides, market updates, and everything you need to know about buying a new-build home in the UK
Market NewsA comprehensive analysis of first-time buyer activity in the UK new build housing market, covering FTB share of sales, government schemes, deposit requirements, purchase prices, age trends, and regional accessibility.
Market NewsAn in-depth analysis of how CPI, construction inflation, mortgage rates, and wage growth are shaping new build home prices across the UK in 2026, with regional breakdowns and expert forecasts.
Market NewsA comprehensive breakdown of UK new build construction costs in 2025-2026, covering materials, labour, supply chains, regulatory compliance, and how these costs flow through to buyer prices.
Market NewsExplore how the Future Homes Standard, zero-carbon targets, green building materials, and rising EPC expectations are transforming the UK new build housing market in 2025-2026.
Market NewsA comprehensive analysis of the UK new build apartment market in 2026, covering flat versus house demand dynamics, city centre developments, the build-to-rent sector's influence, apartment specification trends, communal facilities, service charges, and the evolving expectations of apartment buyers.
Market NewsA detailed guide to the UK regions and local areas offering the strongest new build market opportunities in 2026, covering price growth corridors, major infrastructure investment areas, affordability hotspots, and the best areas for capital appreciation and rental yields.
Market NewsAn in-depth exploration of what UK new build buyers are prioritising in 2026, from energy efficiency and smart home technology to flexible living spaces, outdoor areas, location preferences, and the growing importance of community design in new developments.
Market NewsAn in-depth analysis of how the revised National Planning Policy Framework, green belt reform, the new Infrastructure Levy, and changes to local plans are reshaping the pipeline of new build homes across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Market NewsA comprehensive analysis of the UK new build housing market heading into spring 2026, covering regional price forecasts, the supply pipeline, mortgage market conditions, demand indicators, and developer confidence across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Market NewsTrack UK new build completions by region with NHBC data, housing starts vs completions analysis, major developer pipelines, affordable housing delivery, and where the most homes are being built.
Market NewsComprehensive guide to how Bank of England interest rates affect new build prices, monthly mortgage payments, developer incentives, and buying decisions in 2026 with worked examples.
Market NewsDetailed 2026 analysis of UK new build prices by region and property type, price per square foot data, the new build premium explained, and how to research fair value.