Overview
- Zoopla reports the average estate agent now has 32 homes for sale, the highest early‑January level in its data back to 2018.
- London shows the largest rise in listings, up about 16% year on year, with the South East also higher as regional dynamics diverge.
- Roughly 33% of properties on the market were previously listed in 2025 after late‑year activity slowed during Budget tax uncertainty.
- Buyer enquiries have rebounded, up 20% versus early 2023, though still about 10% below the strong start to 2025, indicating fragile demand.
- Zoopla urges realistic pricing to attract cautious buyers, while Knight Frank expects around 3% UK house price growth in 2026.