Average UK house prices are up 1.5% to £271,900. Discover what the May 2026 housing market trends mean for your move with advice from Carpenter Surveyors.

If you're a first-time buyer looking for the right place to set down roots, Birmingham should definitely be on your radar. According to a recent study by property portal Rightmove, the Midlands city has been ranked among the UK’s top 10 most sought-after locations for first-time buyers in 2025.

New analysis from the UK’s biggest property website Rightmove reveals that homeowners of five-bedroom properties who own outright could unlock a substantial cash pot by downsizing.

Saving money on energy bills continues to be the biggest reason people make green improvements to their homes. According to our research, 78% of homeowners would make changes to reduce their energy bills.