City of London’s Tallest Tower Gains Approval The City of London has approved the construction of its tallest skyscraper, a landmark development that will rise to 305 meters. Dubbed “The Diamond,” the tower will feature sustainable architecture, extensive office space, and public observation areas. The project is a bold step in reshaping the city’s skyline […]

Office Space Demand Surges in Greater London and South East UK The demand for office spaces in Greater London and the South East jumped by 38% in 2024. Over 2.1 million square feet of office space has been let so far, fuelled by renewed post-pandemic business activity. This trend highlights a strong market recovery, with

UK House Prices Show Signs of Stabilization After a turbulent year, the UK housing market displays signs of stability. Recent data shows a marginal 0.3% rise in asking prices for September, following interest rate cuts by the Bank of England. However, uncertainties about the Autumn Budget have kept price growth below seasonal averages. Analysts project

UK House Price Growth Stagnates UK house prices recorded minimal growth of just 0.1% between September and October 2024, far below forecasts. Market activity is slowing ahead of the Autumn Budget, which includes higher taxes on buy-to-let properties. The policy changes have raised concerns about affordability for renters and reduced supply in the housing market​.

Build-to-Rent Sector Growth in the UK Build-to-Rent (BTR) continues to expand rapidly in the UK as institutional investors like pension funds increasingly back this market, encouraged by high rental demand and a growing preference for professionally managed rental properties. Rising rents, along with a trend towards larger-scale, professionally managed developments, are reshaping the residential rental

Ireland’s Residential Sector Faces Supply Strain Amid High Demand Ireland’s residential real estate market is seeing high demand but is facing ongoing supply constraints. This dynamic has resulted in continuous price increases and a lack of affordable housing, exacerbated by slow construction output. With house prices rising faster than incomes, younger buyers struggle to afford

Student Housing Boom Amid Rising Demand for Accommodation The UK’s student housing sector is expanding rapidly, with significant investments targeting student accommodation facilities in key cities like Leeds, Liverpool, and Salford. High-profile projects, including the construction of what will be the tallest student accommodation tower in the world, reflect the ongoing demand for student housing

London Office Market Remains Attractive for Investment In London, prime office spaces are still in high demand, particularly with international investors and private equity groups targeting locations with accessibility to Crossrail and other transport links. Recent developments include record-setting lease rates, with office spaces in Fitzrovia and the Square Mile attracting top prices. The office

Ireland’s Housing Market Rebounds Despite Supply Challenges Ireland’s housing market showed modest gains with a 0.6% increase in asking prices in Q3 2023. Although price growth remains slow, demand continues to outstrip supply, keeping competition high. The recent Census highlights a serious shortage in housing stock per capita, pointing to a 28% increase in adults

UK Housing Prices Stabilize with Potential for Recovery in 2024 After significant declines earlier in 2023, UK property prices are expected to stabilize, with a potential upturn in 2024. This trend follows the Bank of England’s decision to pause interest rate hikes, which is providing some relief to buyers and sellers alike. London’s prime property