London Property Digest, by Longrad

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Even London's ever-optimistic brokers see gloom for luxury homes
03/2/2026 | 4 mins.
Picture this: London's glittering luxury pads are taking a real beating, with prices down 4.8% last year and brokers like Savills forecasting more declines amid tax hikes and a shrinking pool of wealthy buyers post-non-dom rules. Vendors are slashing prices by up to 50%, and sales of £5m+ homes are plummeting—yet a glimmer of hope as some activity picks up post-budget. For high-rollers, this spells tough times, but could it mean deals for the ultra-rich rethinking their portfolios?
Is Now A Good Time To Buy A House? 2026
03/2/2026 | 5 mins.
Dreaming of keys in hand? House prices are tipped to climb 1.5-4% this year per the Office for Budget Responsibility, but with rates dropping, 2026 might just be the sweet spot for buyers before values rebound. Experts weigh in on whether now's prime time amid stabilizing forecasts—perfect for first-timers or upgraders eyeing London's rollercoaster. Don't sleep on this; timing could make or break your nest egg.
London house prices 'need' to fall, housing minister says
03/2/2026 | 5 mins.
Buckle up, Londoners—the housing minister just dropped a bombshell, saying prices 'probably need' to fall to boost supply and affordability in a market strangled by high land costs and stalled builds. With Labour eyeing 1.5 million new homes and tweaks to planning under Sadiq Khan, this could force developers to offload pricey plots and ramp up volume. Everyday families might finally catch a break, but speculators sitting on land? Time to adjust those expectations.
Lettings Momentum Builds but Year Hinges on Policy Success
03/2/2026 | 5 mins.
Rental demand in Prime Central London is heating up fast, with the lettings index at 223.9—but will policy wins keep the momentum? Knight Frank spots strong trends in luxury lets, offering yields up to 4.8% as supply tightens. For landlords and investors, this is your cue: London's poshest postcodes are primed for a rental boom with real income potential.
The London property market might be about to implode
03/2/2026 | 5 mins.
Buckle up, because London's property scene is flashing red flags: prices tanked 16.5% in Kensington and Chelsea last year, cladding scandals are trapping owners in unsellable flats, and skyrocketing taxes are killing the landlord game. Homeowners are more likely to sell at a loss here than anywhere in the UK—what does this mean for everyday Londoners stuck in this neo-feudal nightmare? A brutal wake-up call for the market's fragility.

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About London Property Digest, by Longrad

Welcome to London Property Digest, your essential 10-minute audio recap for staying informed on London's property market. Whether you're an estate agent, an investor, or just curious about real estate, our bite-sized episodes deliver the latest news, trends, and insights in a quick and easy format.What to Expect:Weekly News Roundup: A swift summary of the top property stories from the past week.Spotlight on Developments: An expert examination of noteworthy developments that deserve your attention.Originally created to keep our team at Longrad sharp, we’re now sharing it with the wider community — offering you a fast, comprehensive London property update on the go.

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