The Snapshot
- Base rate cut: The MPC reduced Bank Rate to 4% on 7 August (5–4 vote). Next MPC announcement is scheduled for 18 September. (Bank of England, Equals Money)
- Asking prices: -1.3% MoM in August to £368,740 (UK), marking a typical seasonal dip; July saw the busiest sales-agreed month since 2020. (Rightmove, Reuters)
- Rents: Growth is cooling vs 2024, but demand remains strong; UK new-let average ~£1,287 pcm with London still a hotspot. (Zoopla)
What it means for you
Who | Opportunity | Sharpes game plan |
Sellers | Buyers are active and financing just got easier. | Price right the first time; launch with pro photos, video & Matterport to compress days-to-offer. |
Buyers | Lower base rate + more choice; aim for speed. | Get AIP ready; use our Buyer-Match alerts to see SW19 & SW17 listings first. |
Landlords | Demand resilient; yields benefit from smarter pricing. | Free yield & voids review; optimise rent, renewal timing, and upgrades ahead of autumn. |