UK Property

Stay informed with free updatesSimply sign up to the Property sector myFT Digest -- delivered directly to your inbox.The UK has collected just 3 per cent of financial penalties issued to offshore companies that failed to comply with transparency legislation designed to uncover illicit wealth hidden in the property market.The figures, released to the Financial Times by Companies House, showed that of the 444 fines issued to companies for non-compliance with the Register of Overseas Entities since January 2023, just 14 were collected. Transparency campaigners said that while the creation of...

Channel 4 A Place In The Sun star Leah Charles-King recalled one terrifying moment where she was ‘trapped’ inside a house she was viewingLeah recalled one terrifying moment where she was ‘trapped’ during filming(Image: Channel Four Television Corporation)A Place In The Sun star Leah Charles-King has offered an insight into shooting the popular Channel 4 series. The 32 year old TV presenter recently shared a harrowing experience during production when she found herself 'trapped' in a bathroom.Leah gave her followers a behind-the-scenes look at filming challenges by posting a video...

A pretty fisherman's cottage in a Cornish seaside town is on the market for just £235,000 - but it won't suit all first-time buyers. The aptly-named Dolls House in Portleven is squeezed over two storeys between two more traditional builds near the Lizard Peninsula in south Cornwall, and offers beautiful views of the shoreline, which lies just a short walk from its entrance. But, in what could be considered a unique draw for some and a dealbreaker for others, the tiny property clocks in at around 3 feet wide in...

House prices in the UK, according to Zoopla, have risen just 2.2% in the past year, while the cost of flats rose only 0.5%. Halifax’s estimate of annual house price growth is 2.9%, but Nationwide is more bullish. It records a 3.1% year-on-year increase for the fourth quarter in England, 2.7% in Wales, 4.4% in Scotland and 7.1% in Northern Ireland. The estimate for England hides a significant regional variation: prices were 4.4% higher in the Midlands and the north of England, but just 2% higher in southern England. In...

A pretty village you can reach on its own 'curry train' has been named as one of the best places to live in the UK. Corbridge in Northumberland, a region brimming with charming towns and villages, caught the attention of national property experts for its beauty and history as well as its independent shops.Nestled near Hadrian's Wall, 16 miles west of Newcastle and four miles east of Hexham, Corbridge was lauded by property experts Garrington as 'an idyllic, historic village with an array of small independent shops, artisan and antique...

Sam Fox Founder of UK Mortgage Centre Get the latest news delivered to your inbox Sign up for The Manila Times newsletters By signing up with an email address, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. WARRINGTON, United Kingdom, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A property and mortgage expert has shared the five most common mistakes people make when purchasing a home. Sam Fox, the founder of UK Mortgage Centre, issued his advice as the market gets set to enter...

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A COUPLE have revealed that they are now rent and mortgage free, at just 30-years-old, after building their own tiny home. Lexie and Jed had hardly any DIY experience when they embarked on their huge project, but still managed to create their dream off-grid home. 2Lexie and Jed are rent and mortgage free at 302They built an entire tiny home themselvesThe couple said that a lot of blood, sweat and tears went in to the project, but thanks to a basic five-week building course taken by Jed, they were able...

Beyoncé and Jay-Z are reportedly looking for a United Kingdom home. The couple’s interest comes amid a growing trend of international celebrities seeking properties outside the United States, with the British countryside becoming an increasingly popular destination for stars looking for privacy and scenic beauty. The superstar couple is said to be interested in purchasing a home in the scenic Cotswolds region although their property in Los Angeles will always be their primary residence. The Cotswolds, known for its picturesque landscapes and historic villages, has attracted numerous celebrities in recent...

As house prices lept by a whopping 5.4% in the year up to February, we have created an interactive map highlighting the average house price in each area of the country - enter your postcode to check your local marketCheck house prices in your area using our interactive map(Image: Tim Graham/Getty Images)House prices across the UK soared by a staggering 5.4 percent in the year up to February, and now you can check house prices in your area using our interactive map. According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS),...