The Property Podcast Market Update - March 2026
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Mar 12, 2026 The UK market has quietly hit record-high house prices while supply climbs. Regional rental gaps steal the spotlight, with the North East surging and London lagging. Mortgage rate moves and easier lending are changing affordability. New tenant rights, political threats and tax rules for landlords create fresh uncertainty.
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Rising Supply Reflects Returning Seller Confidence
- Supply is rising as sellers regain confidence, with Zoopla on course for a decade high of new listings in February.
- Rob Bence links improving sentiment and more stock to people finally listing after last year's gloom.
40% Of Homes Cheaper To Buy Than Rent
- Affordability is improving: Zoopla finds 40% of UK homes are now cheaper to buy than rent thanks to lower mortgage rates and looser lending.
- Lower mortgage costs plus relaxed affordability checks are shifting the buy-versus-rent balance.
Huge Regional Split In Rent Growth
- Rent growth has slowed to 3.5% nationally but shows stark regional splits: London +1.1% versus North East +8%.
- Rob Dix highlights the extreme divergence, signalling very different local market dynamics.