Market Reports

Although February was a short month, there was no shortage of property news. Many of the headlines came from the mortgage market but there was a base rate update, a Renters’ Rights Act development and house price news. Here’s what you may have missed.

January is a time of fresh starts and it appears a new home is on the list for many. The omens were good following Rightmove’s busiest ever Boxing Day, with a record number of visitors. The portal’s January figures followed, indicating a positive start to 2026.