Market InsightsChestertons Sales Market Update - July 2026August 2026Could Stamp Duty clarity bring London buyers off the sidelines? Chestertons’ latest data reveals how political uncertainty affected buyer activity in July – and why the ...
Market InsightsChestertons Lettings Market Update - July 2026August 2026London’s lettings market is settling into a steadier pattern following an initial surge in activity after the Renters’ Rights Act came into force.
Market InsightsLandlord Responsibilities: A Practical Guide to Letting Property ResponsiblyAugust 2026Letting property can be a rewarding investment, but it carries significant legal duties. Getting them wrong risks civil penalties, prosecution and difficulty regaining po...
Market InsightsBank of England holds rates as committed London buyers strengthen the market July 2026The Bank of England has held the Base Rate at 3.75%. We examine what the decision means for buyers, sellers and London’s property market.
Market InsightsChestertons Quarterly Trends - Summer 2026July 2026Explore the latest London property market trends in our Summer 2026 Market Update.
Market InsightsLetting agent fees for landlordsJuly 2026Finding the right letting agent means understanding exactly what you're paying for. At Chestertons, we believe in complete fee transparency, so you can compare your optio...
Market InsightsChestertons Sales Market Update – June 2026July 2026Challenging” conditions remain in the London homes sales market, due to ongoing economic and geopolitical uncertainty, but our data shows offers and exchanges holding up.
Market InsightsChestertons Lettings Market Update – June 2026July 2026Demand for rental properties jumped for the second consecutive month in June, reversing months of decline, as demand continued to pivot, from the sales to renting.
Market InsightsLonger days can help you achieve a better sale priceJune 2026When people think about achieving a better sale price, they usually focus on pricing strategy, presentation, or timing the launch. But what about daylight?
Market InsightsThe unexpected result of the renters’ rights act June 2026After nearly 20 years working across London's rental market, one thing I have learnt is that landlord and tenant behaviour often changes long before the headlines catch u...
Market InsightsBank of England Holds Base Rate at 3.75%June 2026The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has voted to hold the base rate at 3.75%, offering a moment of stability for buyers and sellers in a shifting market.
Market InsightsMonthly Lettings Report – May 2026June 2026Enquiries on Chestertons' Lettings portal jumped by 17% in May compared with a year ago, reversing a 13% fall recorded in April.