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• June 23, 2025

  Supply Dwindles, Demand Soars: Prime Central London Lettings Market Rebounds Big Time

  After a quieter winter period, the Prime Central London lettings market is showing signs of renewed momentum, according to new figures from Winkworth.

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• June 19, 2025

  Prime London Market Gains Confidence as 2025 Progresses – What’s Next?

  As the UK’s prime property market continues to navigate shifting economic and political conditions, the outlook for Prime Central London (PCL) appears cautiously optimistic—particularly at the top end of the market.

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• June 16, 2025

  Investors Stay Alert, Steady Market Sparks Cautious Optimism in Property Sector

  While confidence among UK property investors has softened, many remain cautiously optimistic about the long-term prospects of the residential sector, according to new data.

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• June 12, 2025

  Record-Breaking U.S. Demand for UK Homes – What’s Behind the Frenzy?

  The UK property market is seeing a significant uptick in interest from across the Atlantic, with enquiries from American buyers rising nearly 20% this year to the highest level in eight years, according to new figures from Rightmove.

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• May 26, 2025

  Interest Rate Cut Welcomed by Property Market – More Reductions Expected

  The UK property market received a fresh boost as the Bank of England cut its base interest rate by 0.25%, lowering it to 4.25%. This move, widely predicted by analysts and industry experts, marks the second reduction of the year and reflects continued progress in bringing inflation under control. 

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• May 19, 2025

  Why Overseas Buyers Have Long Viewed UK Property as a Safe Bet

  While much has changed in the past five years a newly published government report offers fascinating insight into the motivations of overseas property buyers investing in the UK before the pandemic, Brexit finalisation, and the introduction of the Stamp Duty surcharge on non-UK residents.

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• May 15, 2025

  What You Need to Know About Airspace Developments in Prime London

  As demand for prime homes in the capital continues to outstrip supply, airspace developments – also known as rooftop extensions – have become an increasingly attractive solution. 

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• May 14, 2025

  Winkworth Prime Central London Market Update: Spring 2025

  From marketwide trends to postcode-level insights, we bring together data and ground level commentary from experts within our PCL office network to look at the market in Q1 2025.

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• April 28, 2025

  The Future of Interior Design – What’s Next for High-End Homes in 2025 and Beyond?

  As property tastes evolve, so too does the design of the homes we live in. At Winkworth, we keep a close eye on how changing lifestyles, aesthetics, and technologies are shaping the look and feel of luxury living. A new report drawing on the insights of top-end architects and interior designers paints a clear picture of what to expect in 2025—and the trends suggest a significant departure from the design norms of recent years.

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• April 17, 2025

  Leasehold Rules Are Being Rewritten – Don’t Miss Out on These Game-Changing Perks

  For those who own a leasehold flat—or are thinking about buying one—the landscape is shifting. With several government announcements and proposals in recent months, understanding leasehold reform can feel like navigating a maze. But change is coming, and much of it could work in your favour.

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• April 14, 2025

  Most UK Homeowners Are Missing Out on Thousands – Are You One of Them?

  New research has revealed a surprising disconnect between homeowners and the true value of their properties, with nearly eight in ten (78%) unaware of what their home is really worth—and two-thirds (64%) undervaluing their biggest asset.

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• April 11, 2025

  New Season, New Rules: How the 2025 Stamp Duty Changes Are Shaping PCL

  The Prime Central London (PCL) property market is experiencing shifts following the April 1st Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) changes. Drawing insights from across our network, we've observed how these tax reforms are influencing buyer behaviour and market dynamics in real-time.

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