UK Property Prices: What the Next 5 Years Could Mean for Investors

🏡 UK Property Prices: What the Next 5 Years Could Look Like

If you’ve been watching the UK housing market with one eye on the headlines and the

other on your portfolio, you’ll know it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster lately. But while 2025 may feel like a slow climb, the next five years are shaping up to be a steady ascent—with some exciting turns along the way.

Let’s unpack what’s really going on, and what investors can expect between now and 2030.

📉 2025: A Market Catching Its Breath

This year has been all about caution. With inflation lingering around 3.8% and interest rates holding firm, buyers have been hesitant to commit. Supply has outpaced demand, creating a buyer’s market where prices have nudged up just 0.5% so far. It’s not dramatic—but it’s stable.

Economic jitters and tax uncertainty have kept sentiment subdued, and while the upcoming Budget could shake things up, most of the impact is expected to hit prime markets more than the mainstream.

📈 2026–2030: The Growth Phase Begins

Here’s where things get interesting. Forecasts suggest that average UK house prices could climb by £80,000 over the next five years, with total growth hitting 22.2% by 2030. That’s not just a bounce—it’s a full recovery.

Expect modest growth in 2026 (around 2%), but momentum builds from there, peaking in 2028 and 2029 with annual increases of 5.0% and 5.5%, respectively. Real-term growth is expected to return in 2028—the first time since 2022.

🧑‍💼 First-Time Buyers Take the Lead

While overall transactions may dip slightly in 2026, first-time buyers are stepping up. Thanks to lower mortgage rates, relaxed lending rules, and more affordable real prices, they’re now the most active group in the market—outpacing even pre-pandemic levels.

This is great news for developers and investors targeting entry-level or supported living properties, where demand is likely to remain strong.

🏘️ Regional Winners: North, Scotland & Wales

The regional story is shifting. More affordable areas like the North East, Scotland, and Wales are expected to outperform the UK average, while London and the South may see slower growth due to stretched affordability.

By 2030:

• North West prices could be just 15% below the UK average (down from 30% a decade ago)

• London’s premium may shrink to 33% above average (from 70% in 2017), setting the stage for renewed growth in the 2030s

For investors, this means opportunity lies in regional diversification and timing.

🏢 Buy-to-Let: A Changing Landscape

The buy-to-let sector is evolving. Smaller landlords are exiting, while larger players are consolidating portfolios—especially with the Renters’ Rights Bill on the horizon. Lower rates and rising rents will support growth, though tighter regulation may temper expansion.

💡 Final Thoughts

The UK property market may be catching its breath in 2025, but the next five years offer a clear path to growth. Whether you’re investing in off-plan developments, supported living, or regional hotspots, now is the time to position yourself for long-term success.

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📚 Source Acknowledgement

Some of the market insights and forecasts featured in this blog are based on publicly available data and commentary from Savills Research, including their latest UK mainstream house price forecast. We’ve interpreted and summarised this information to provide added context and value for our readers. For full details and original analysis, please visit Savills’ official website.

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