The UK property market is entering a new phase—one defined not by sharp shocks, but by gradual, meaningful shifts in behaviour. The latest data surrounding landlord activity offers a clear indication of this transition, revealing a market that is recalibrating in response to both economic pressures and legislative change.

Political change and property have always been closely linked in the UK, and Keir Starmer's resignation has once again brought this relationship into sharp focus.

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.

In a landmark speech delivered in Manchester, Andy Burnham set out an ambitious vision that could significantly reshape the housing landscape. Phe unveiled plans for what he described as the largest council housebuilding programme since the post-war period—alongside a broader strategy to rebalance power, investment and opportunity across the UK.