Long-term London property owners are achieving the highest capital gains in Great Britain, according to Zoopla's latest report.

The average first-time buyer home price has risen 2.4% to £229,000, compared with a 1.3% national average increase, according to newly released data from Zoopla.

Demand for homes priced above £500,000 has fallen 4%, with listings down 7% year-on-year.

Only 10% of northern England and 13% of the Midlands are considered viable for new home building, compared with 64% of the South.

Over five years, average rents have increased by almost £80 per week, adding £4,100 per year for renters.

North East and Scotland lead the way for affordable homes.

Property tax speculation creates uncertainty for a third of home buyers, the latest Zoopla research shows.

New features include a buyer demand tool and agent comparison tool.

74% of UK households say children influence the final home choice, according to Zoopla's latest research.

In Derbyshire Dales, 21% of all listed homes are cottages.