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Why Northampton’s Shrinking Households Could Shape the Future of its Property Market

Northampton’s property market is undergoing a fascinating transformation, driven by shrinking household sizes and changing rental dynamics. From long-term value growth for homeowners to rising demand for smaller rental properties, the opportunities for landlords and investors in Northampton have never been more promising.

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First-Time Buyer Mortgage Payments: A Regional Breakdown

Recent data from Nationwide highlights the percentage of a first-time buyer’s take-home pay required to cover mortgage payments across the UK.

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UK Property Market Weekly Update - week ending Sunday 8th December 2024 (week 49)

UK Property Market Weekly Update - week ending Sunday 8th December 2024 (week 49)

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The Northampton Baby Boomer Housing Paradox: Wealth in Property, But Nowhere to Go

Northampton’s baby boomers are caught in a housing paradox: years of soaring property values have created wealth but left many trapped in homes that no longer meet their needs. With retirement-friendly properties in critically short supply, and many never even reaching the open market, the struggle to downsize is real. Curious about what’s driving this crisis and how it might be solved?

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Exploring Northampton: How have rents changed over past 5 years?

The map above illustrates the average change in rental values across different areas of Northampton over the last five years. It highlights a clear trend of rising rental demand and prices, underscoring the shifting dynamics in Northampton’s property market and shows varied changes, providing landlords with an insight into their specific neighbourhood's performance.

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Average 5 year fixed rate mortgages

The graphic above illustrates the average five-year fixed mortgage rate in the UK from 2000 to 2024. While there has been a noticeable rise in mortgage rates over the past couple of years, it’s worth highlighting that today’s rates are still significantly below the peaks we witnessed in the early 2000s and during the financial crisis. This perspective is essential for homeowners and buyers in Northampton to consider.

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UK Property Market Weekly Update - week ending Sunday 1st December 2024 (week 48)

UK Property Market Weekly Update - week ending Sunday 1st December 2024 (week 48)

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Northampton House Sales Up 23.5% on 2023 – Yet Challenges Still Remain

Northampton house sales have surged by 23.5% compared to 2023, highlighting the resilience of our local property market. Explore the key trends shaping this growth and what it means for buyers and sellers in the Northampton area.

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Why are two bedroom properties so popular?

Two-bedroom homes remain a popular choice, especially in areas like Northampton, where they account for a notable 39% of all properties. The appeal of two-bedroom homes lies in their versatility and affordability.

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UK Property Market Weekly Update - week ending Sunday 24h November 2024 (week 47)

UK Property Market Weekly Update - week ending Sunday 24h November 2024 (week 47)

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What is November's Average £ per Square Foot?

Welcome back to news of Northampton’s property market, where each week I bring you different local property market stats and trends. This week I am back again with the November's £/sq.ft statistics.

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Northampton’s Ageing Population Turning to Rentals: What it Means for Landlords

Why are more and more of Northampton's OAPs choosing rentals over home ownership, and what could this mean for the local property market? As recent data highlights a 52.8% surge in private renting among the over-65s nationally over the last decade, Northampton's savvy landlords might wonder: could this be a golden opportunity?

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