The UK property market has entered 2026 with a powerful statement, as investment into the build-to-rent (BTR) sector reaches an impressive £3 billion in just the first half of the year. This marks the second-strongest start to any year on record, reinforcing the continued confidence investors have in the UK rental market.

As school holidays approach, family buyers often become more focused. For sellers with space, gardens or flexible rooms, July can be a useful moment to attract motivated movers.

The UK housing market remained subdued in August, with house prices edging up by 0.2% over the month and annual growth sitting at 1.6%, according to Nationwide's latest House Price Index.

The Bank of England is widely expected to hold interest rates at 3.75% when policymakers announce their latest decision on Thursday 30 July. While this may appear to signal stability on the surface, there are a number of underlying factors creating a more complex and uncertain outlook.