This brief summarises reporting published by www.propertywire.com on 19/10/2026. Claims below are attributed to that source.
Annual house price growth fell to 0.8%, the weakest pace since late 2025.
Analysts say the slowdown stems from an uncertain economic backdrop, geopolitical tensions and rising energy costs, which together dampen market confidence.
Elevated mortgage rates, the highest in three years, are squeezing buyer capacity.
Agents warn that sellers must set realistic prices to attract buyers as competition intensifies and market conditions remain challenging.
