The domestic moving industry in the United Kingdom likely saw no growth in January as home sales reflected largely the same figures as 2025.
The Independent reported that according to HM Revenue and Customs, a total of 94,680 home sales were recorded across the country during the month, representing a 5% drop from December and “marginally” lower than the 95,430 sales in January last year. Commenting on the figures, Nicky Stevenson, Managing Director at international real estate agents, Fine & Country, said: “January is traditionally a quieter period for the market, as many buyers and sellers take a breath after Christmas before turning their attention back to moving plans.”
Commenting on the outlook for home sales this year, Ian Futcher at wealth manager Quilter, said: “Lenders have already been trimming fixed‑rate deals in anticipation of Bank of England cuts later this year, and the market is increasingly priced for a gradual easing cycle. If inflation continues to cool, there is a realistic prospect that average mortgage rates could drift lower through the spring and summer. That would gradually improve affordability and could release some of the pent-up demand that has been sitting on the sidelines since early 2024.”