A new survey has revealed that homebuyers are planning to house hunt right up until, and through, the Christmas period, in hopes of beating the spring stamp duty relief deadline.

While just 5% of all homes listed for sale across Britain come in at £100k or less, this climbs to as high as 16% in some major cities.

Over a third of house hunters rank pubs above local schools, places of worship, and gyms.

New research has shown that across England, there are thousands of homes listed for sale with the seller only interested in proceeding with a cash buyer.

However, for renters, price reigns supreme, with 71% stating that affordability is their top priority.

Alongside Road Safety Week and with many house hunters considering factors such as noise, congestion, and the potential dangers associated with busy roads, Benham and Reeves highlight...

Searching for property during the quieter months carries many advantages, including being able to capitalise on fresh listings that are due to appear early in the New Year.

A spike in winter sales activity is likely to fuel a competitive market environment in early 2025.

There is still time to find your new home and be in by Christmas, according to property experts, Bamboo Auctions.

Despite the total market size of the estate agency sector contracting in 2024, 2025 is predicted to bring a more positive picture and a reversal in current trends.