"Strong start to 2026 as buyer demand exceeds January norms"

📈 Strong start to 2026 for the UK property market! 🏡 Buyer demand in early January has outperformed typical seasonal levels, according to Berkeley Group’s executive chairman, Rob Perrins. Backed by Knight Frank data, activity picked up following November’s Budget, as buyers moved quickly amid tax speculation — and gained confidence when no mansion tax hikes were introduced. Perrins says the market is showing encouraging momentum, with renewed optimism and signs of a potential uplift if economic conditions continue to improve. While he notes the market remains finely balanced, there’s a clear call to rebuild the “feelgood factor” — and early indicators suggest confidence may be returning. A positive signal for homebuyers, sellers, and the wider property sector as 2026 gets underway. ✨

Article Reference: https://propertyindustryeye.com/strong-start-to-2026-as-buyer-demand-exceeds-january-norms-berkeley-group-boss/