West Northamptonshire Council is poised to make a significant decision regarding the future of its social housing services. At a cabinet meeting scheduled for Tuesday, councillors will consider bringing the management of over 11,500 social homes in Northampton back under direct council control marking a potential end to the current[Read More…]

Mole Valley, one of Surrey’s most picturesque and well-connected districts, is experiencing a significant shift in its housing market, one that has prompted local authorities to re-evaluate their affordable housing strategy. According to recent data from Rightmove, one in five homes in the district is now valued at more than[Read More…]

Bedford’s historic character is poised for a significant revival following the announcement of a £490,000 grant from Historic England. The funding will be directed towards restoring shopfronts along Tavistock Street and Broadway, as part of an ongoing initiative to revitalise the town’s architectural heritage and commercial vibrancy. This new phase[Read More…]

Highland Council is set to debate a proposal that could introduce a region-wide control zone for short-term lets, such as Airbnb-style holiday rentals, in an effort to ease growing pressures on housing availability across the Highlands. The proposal, put forward by Inverness councillors Michael Gregson and Duncan Macpherson, comes amid[Read More…]

The UK’s fast-paced property auction market is feeling the ripple effects of recent Stamp Duty threshold changes but far from grinding to a halt, the sector is showing resilience, adaptability, and a clear path forward. According to the latest data from the Essential Information Group (EIG), May 2025 marked a[Read More…]

Cheshire has officially claimed its spot as one of England’s most irresistible destinations, with a dazzling array of attractions capturing the hearts of millions. According to Visit England’s 2024 Annual Attractions Survey, the county isn’t just popular, it’s a tourism powerhouse that continues to set the standard for visitor experiences[Read More…]

Tucked away in the sapphire waters of Scotland’s Inner Hebrides lies a hidden gem, a private island steeped in history, wild beauty, and family legacy. Now, after 80 unforgettable years, the Gully family is saying farewell to the Island of Shuna, placing it on the market for £5.5 million. But[Read More…]

In a high-stakes bidding war that’s gripped the UK real estate and investment sectors, Assura, one of Britain’s biggest healthcare property landlords, has chosen its suitor and it’s not the private equity titans. Instead, the board has backed Primary Health Properties (PHP) and its freshly sweetened £1.79 billion ($2.4 billion)[Read More…]

A group of young professionals in London have been left devastated and financially crippled after falling victim to a highly sophisticated rental scam, a growing crime that is sweeping through the UK’s increasingly pressurised housing market. Joe Greene, Maria Kontouli, Paulina Kasprzak, and Eva Thomas were urgently searching for a[Read More…]

Monmouthshire, situated in the heart of Wales, stands as a testament to the country’s title as the “castle capital of the world.” With hundreds of fortresses scattered across its landscape, the county is a rich tapestry of history, conflict, and legacy. In the first instalment of this two-part series, Chronicle[Read More…]