A confident summer for the housing market
As we reach the halfway point of 2025, confidence across the UK property market is building steadily. Both buyers and sellers are demonstrating renewed motivation, driven by a stable economic outlook, encouraging mortgage rates, and a market that is, by most accounts, returning to strength.
Rightmove’s most recent data highlights a 5% increase in buyer enquiries compared to the same time last year, while the number of homes being listed for sale has grown by 11%, marking the highest level of choice for buyers since 2015. The message is clear: optimism is returning, and people are ready to make their move.
Buyer demand remains strong
The strength of buyer activity in 2025 has been underpinned by growing confidence in the housing market. According to Rightmove, this demand has not only grown, but remained consistent into the early summer months, defying traditional seasonal slowdowns. Buyers are more active, viewing more properties, and showing strong interest - especially in well-presented homes that are competitively priced.
What’s helping fuel this activity? One factor is affordability. Mortgage rates have started to ease slightly, and lenders are offering a wider range of products tailored to different buyer types, including first-time buyers, upsizers and downsizers. With the average UK property price now at £268,000, up 1.6% year-on-year, buyers are entering the market with increased clarity and purpose.
Sellers are stepping forward with confidence
Seller sentiment is equally positive. With more homes entering the market, sellers are recognising the strength of buyer demand and are responding by bringing forward their plans. The average asking price has climbed to a new record of £377,182, and sellers are achieving strong results when homes are correctly priced and presented to today’s savvy buyers.
There’s also a growing sense that now is the right time to move. The stability seen in the first half of 2025 is giving homeowners the reassurance they need to progress with their sale or upgrade plans, making this one of the most active summers in recent years.
More momentum to come
With solid foundations in place and a proactive market across the country, the rest of 2025 looks promising. Zoopla forecasts a 2.5% growth in house prices by the end of the year, supported by strong buyer intent and a steady supply of homes.
For those considering a move, this is a time of opportunity. The market is not just active it’s moving forward with purpose and energy.
Looking to make your next move? Let’s make it happen this summer
