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What's the best asking price to put on your home? Too high and you could be left waiting, too low and you may later regret it. Here's how to get it right.

Thinking of selling your home? Start by getting a valuation from a few estate agents to find out what your home’s worth. Here’s everything you need to know about estate agent valuations.

Ready to move on? Before you pop up the for sale sign, here’s how to get the timing just right to get the best price for your home.

House prices have fallen 0.1% over the last year while market activity continues to improve with a higher supply and more sales agreed. Here’s the latest on the UK housing market from the Zoopla House Price Index for May 2024.

Mortgage rates are not expected to fall further this year, but rising wages are likely to improve affordability for buyers as house prices stay flat.

UK house prices have fallen -0.2% in the last year, bringing the average house price to £263,800. Here’s whether house prices are rising or falling in your region, city and local area in April 2024.

The challenges facing first time buyers and uspizers right now all boil down to one thing: affordability. And buyers in the south of England are suffering the most on this front. Our Executive Director of Research, Richard Donnell, takes a look at what’s happening in the housing market.

The supply of homes for sale has hit a five year high with 20% more homes on the market compared to this time last year.

House prices fall -0.2% over the last year while market activity improves with more sales and mortgage approvals. Here’s the latest on the UK housing market from the Zoopla House Price Index for April 2024.

The new national average house price is £264,500 in April 2024. Check out a host of hot properties available for around that price right now.

Home buyers are currently facing an annual increase of £4,300 on their mortgage repayments, rising to £7,500 in London. 

Buyer confidence is improving and 12% more homes are going under offer compared to this time last year. Mortgage approvals for home purchases are also up 32%.

Too good to be true? Not so. If you're after a renovation project, investment opportunity , we've got 10 properties for sale for £10,000 or less.

Seller discounts narrow in spring 2024 as more sales are agreed. Momentum is growing in the housing market and house prices don't need to fall further to support the continued recovery in sales.

House price falls slow to -0.3% and market activity improves with more sales, lower discounts and greater choice. Here’s the latest on the UK housing market from the Zoopla House Price Index for March 2023.

9 in 10 homeowners who sold up in 2023 made 25% in profit, with the average seller of a £275,000 property earning £74,000. How much money did your home make?

The housing market continues to recover with house price falls steadying and 15% more property sales than this time last year. Get the latest on house prices and market trends with our House Price Index for February 2024.

Buyers have a lot more choice when it comes to securing a home in 2024.  More sellers are coming to market as mortgage rates are expected to plateau at 4% to 5%.  

Buyers are back in market and demand is now 11% up on this time last year. This is good news for sellers, as the number of sales agreed climbs 15%.

Demand for homes up 11% as buyers and sellers return to market in growing numbers, boosting sales. Our Executive Director of Research, Richard Donnell, has the latest.

Where did homeowners gain value in the last year? Do you fall into the not-to-lucky group who lost more than 5%? Let’s find out.

At the beginning of 2023, commentators predicted home values would plummet by as much as 10% over the course of the year. Here’s what actually happened.

House price falls are slowing as more sales are being agreed in the first weeks of 2024. Get the latest on property prices and market trends with our House Price Index for January 2024.

2024 kicked off with a flurry of buyers returning to market and a rebound in sales market activity. But sellers will still need to be realistic on pricing, warns our Executive Director of Research, Richard Donnell.

If you’re planning to buy or sell a home in 2024, what should you do? Our Executive Director of Research, Richard Donnell, shares his UK house prices forecast.

The first full week back after the new year has seen buyer interest jump out of the blocks faster than last year as mortgage rates drop. Get the latest with Richard Donnell. 

House price inflation running at -1.1% as market sentiment improves with demand up and more sales agreed. Get the latest in our December House Price Index with Richard Donnell.

Buyers and sellers are becoming more aligned on pricing, reducing the downward pressure on house prices and falls are starting to moderate.

In 2023 one million homes were sold, as mortgage rates soared to over 6% and house prices fell 1.2%. Let’s take a look at the year that was.

Homes are selling for £18,000 below asking price as the number of properties for sale reaches a six-year high. Our House Price Index for November 2023 dives into the latest housing trends and what it means for next year.

Sellers are accepting average discounts of £18,000, or 5.5% from their asking prices in November 2023. Get the latest from our House Price Index.

Towns and cities can be expensive places to buy a home - but some are a lot more affordable than others. Here’s where to find them.

Three in five homes listed on Zoopla are priced below the local stamp duty threshold for first-time buyers. Here's where to find them.

Our House Price Index for October 2023 shows that annual house price growth is now at -1.1%. Here’s the outlook for the housing market in 2024 as it continues to adjust to higher mortgage rates.

Our House Price Index forecast edition reveals our housing market predictions for next year. So what will 2024 have in store?

There's one type of property that offers the best value for money in the UK - and buyers aren't willing to compromise their expectations to secure it, despite higher mortgage rates.

Buyers are now motivated by needs rather than aspirations and four-bed family homes are taking longer to sell as upsizers move away from the market.

Looking to secure a home in and around the capital? Let’s take a look at the most affordable areas to buy a property in London.

Asking price reductions are greatest right now for homes that are stuck on the market. So what should you do if you're looking to sell yours?

Inflation drop and bank rate pause boosts buyer confidence as mortgage rates start to edge lower.

House prices have fallen annually for the first time in a decade, although buyer demand ticks higher and mortgage rates look set to come down.

High mortgage rates continue to weigh on the housing market as house price growth slows to the lowest level since 2012. Our House Price Index looks at the latest housing trends in August 2023 and how faster wage growth will support property sales in the coming years.

Wages are rising faster than house prices right now. If mortgage rates come down, housing affordability will start to improve.

The demand for 3 and 4-bedroom family homes has peaked as buyers with reduced budgets look for cheaper properties and apartments.

Two-thirds of homes have gone up in value in the last year. Could yours be one of them? 

More home buyers are negotiating discounts of 5% or more than at any time in the last 5 years.

After a relatively buoyant start to 2023, recent mortgage rate rises are hitting buying power and more sellers are now offering discounts. 

Falling mortgage rates over H1 2023 boosted sales and led to firmer prices. This is set to reverse in H2 as higher mortgage rates hit buying power at a time when sellers are having to accept larger discounts to asking prices.

House price growth expected to be greater in affordable rural areas and slower in city centres, says leading economist at Office for Budget Responsibility.

Buyers and sellers are back doing business but the outlook for the housing market hangs in the balance. Our House Price Index looks at the latest housing trends in May 2023 and why recent inflation figures might put a brake on market activity.

House prices stay level and mortgage rates are unlikely to edge higher immediately. What's happening in the housing market for buyers right now?

Housing market activity levels recover as falling mortgage rates and a strong labour market boost buyer confidence.

The Bank of England has increased the Bank Rate to 4.5%, its highest level in nearly 15 years. In this Q&A, I'll answer your questions about the Bank Rate rise and its impact on the housing market.

The rapid rise in house prices over the last three years means first-time buyers now need to earn more to buy a home. Let’s look at the options.

Will homes hold their value, is now a good time to sell and is 2023 a good year to be a first-time buyer? Watch this month's House Price Index report with Zoopla's Director of Research, Richard Donnell.

97% of sellers made a profit from the sale of their property in 2022, with the average home earning £67,000.

If you're looking to sell a home that represents good value, then you're in demand. Homes that offer more bang for their buck are just what buyers are looking for right now.

Demand for homes is at the highest level since October 2022 as falling mortgage rates and a strong labour market support buyer interest.

With steadying mortgage rates and 65% more homes for sale than this time last year, buyers are back in the market and agreeing 11% more sales than in 2019.

Don’t make things awkward. Just ask Zoopla. Here’s how to find out everything you want to know about someone else’s home.

Is your home still gaining value? How about your mate's? If you want to know, just ask Zoopla.

Thinking about selling but wondering what sells in the current market? We take a look at the trends of demand among buyers to see what they're looking for right now.

As buyers return to market following last year’s mini budget shocker, what should sellers be doing to make sure their homes are the ones that are snapped up?

The Competition and Markets Authority is looking into the cost and availability of housing and the experience of renters.

Our latest House Price Index shows current housing market conditions are close to the pre-pandemic years, with demand 8% higher and sales agreed up 1%.

The truth is, you can look at it either way. Here’s why there’s both good and bad news for homeowners in 2023.

As the housing market shifts to a buyers' market, sellers are accepting offers on their asking prices, meaning there's more wiggle room to negotiate on price.

However, homes grew by £42,000 in pandemic, suggesting sellers are having to forgo around 33% of their pandemic gains in order to achieve a sale.

Homeowners who sold at the end of 2022 saw small price falls but it’s doing little to dent the equity most gained during the pandemic.

Our House Price Index reviews the latest market trends for homebuyers and sellers as well as the key themes in the housing market for 2023.

Looking to sell this year? Find out what buyers are on the hunt for right now and which locations they’re looking in.

12 in 13 homeowners enjoyed value gains in 2022, could you be one of them? Find out with our Value of Housing report.

Apartments and urban areas set for a comeback as buyers prioritise affordability and value for money.

Our House Price Index reviews the latest market trends for homebuyers and sellers as well as the key themes in the housing market for 2023.

From the better value of flats to discounts and price falls, here's how a slower housing market could benefit first time buyers in 2023.

Rush to coastal and rural areas finally runs out of steam as flats and urban locations make a comeback.

Mortgage rates hitting 6.5% brought many predictions of sizeable house price falls in 2023. But we're less bearish and believe the housing market will be stronger than many expect next year.

We’re all snooping on other people’s house prices. Here’s whose homes we’re most obsessed with and how it changes how we feel about them.

More homes are now coming up for sale across the UK. And because they’re no longer selling like hotcakes as they did in the pandemic, stocks are starting to rebuild.

Sellers are beginning to offer bigger discounts to buyers to get their sales agreed, but we’re not seeing the need for a big double digit reset in UK house prices.

House price growth over the last 3 months has dropped to 0.7%, the lowest level since February 2020 - but there are no price falls just yet. Here’s a closer look at what’s happening with UK house prices.

Will mortgage rates rise or fall, will house prices remain stable and is negative equity a real concern? Get the latest with our House Price Index.

Not for the vast majority of homeowners. Even a 15% reduction in house prices would mean very few cases of negative equity for mortgaged sales up to the end of 2021.

Higher mortgage rates are squeezing out new buyers, but large scale price reductions on properties for sale aren't expected to materialise this year.

A new era of financial and economic stability, falling mortgage rates and rental market reforms. What Rishi Sunak has in store for the housing market.

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt axes the majority of tax cuts from the mini-Budget but changes to stamp duty remain in place. What does it all mean for the housing market?

Activity levels in the market have fallen, but a shortage of homes for sale is supporting house prices.

How have home buyers reacted since the mini budget? And what should those who are moving - or considering a move - do now?

Those who do go ahead with a purchase are opting for longer mortgage terms due to the cost-of-living squeeze.

After two years of being a red-hot sellers’ market, it looks like the UK housing market is shifting back to becoming a buyers’ market.

With mortgage rates set to hit 5% by the end of this year, which areas are going to be hit hardest and what can buyers do to combat rising rates?

The pandemic-led property boom leads to affordability problems, as some parts of the UK experience 10 years' price growth in the space of just two years.

Will the recent stamp duty cuts be enough to offset rising mortgage rates for buyers and home movers? Zoopla’s Research Director Richard Donnell shares his views.

Searching for a home with more space? Use our handy tool to find out what your budget could get you in different areas of the UK.

9.5 million homes earned more than the UK’s average salary in the last year. Want to know if yours is one of them? Just ask Zoopla.

Will your home keep rising in value? When’s the best time to sell in the next year? And how could moving help you with the cost of living? Here’s what the latest data from our House Price Index means for you.

The housing market remains resilient but price growth begins to lose momentum as demand for homes starts to slow.

What would you do with an extra £80 every day? Find out your area's house price growth since the pandemic began.

House price growth has slowed a little, but demand is holding up and buyers are making moves. Our House Price Index reveals how the housing market’s looking and what to expect in the next six months.

The average UK home has risen by £48 a day since February 2020. That's the equivalent of £38,000. Find out how much your home has earned since the pandemic began. 

Demand for property was up nearly 60% over the last two years, while supply drained to 40% below the norm. Which meant only one thing: house prices increased as the nation got moving.

As the housing market starts to slow, if you’re looking to sell your home, now’s a good time to do it, according to the latest signs in our House Price Index.

National Trading Standards has said the use of ‘price on application’ by estate agents goes against consumer protection legislation.

Getting a lump sum out of the value of your home while still living there can seem like a good idea. But there are important pros and cons to weigh up with equity release schemes, and specific differences in how they work to consider, too.

To make creating your listing a little easier, we’ve put together a few top tips and guidelines to help you.

Gazundering is when a buyer slashes their offer on your home, usually at the last minute. It’s every seller’s worst nightmare. Here’s how to protect yourself from it happening to you.

When you’re selling a home, there are certain services you’ll need to pay for. From estate agent fees to legal expenses, let’s talk selling costs.

You're ready to make the leap to somewhere new. So how do you get started with the whole selling process and how long does it all take?

Thinking of selling your home? Start by getting a valuation from a few estate agents to find out what your home’s worth. Here’s everything you need to know about estate agent valuations.

From getting organised to home staging, here's what sellers wish they’d thought about before moving.

Ready to put your home on the market? Find out how long it takes to sell a home, from first listing your property to handing over the keys.

Don't let the thought of selling and buying a home at the same time leave you feeling frazzled. We've got the lowdown on how it all works.