London Residential Market Intelligence
Q2 2026 | Real Estate Xchange
The market has repriced. For informed buyers and owners, this is the most meaningful shift in years.
−10.3%
Prime London below 2014 peak
Coutts LPPI
45%
Central London listings reduced
Coutts LPPI
23%
Rental supply below pre-pandemic levels
Savills / ONS
3.75%
Bank Rate held unanimously, March 2026
Bank of England
Prime London values are more than 10% below the 2014 peak. Nearly half of all properties listed for sale in central London have undergone a price reduction. The average discount stands at 8–9%. For those who can read the data, this is the most favourable entry window in over a decade.
The lettings market remains structurally tight. Supply is 23% below pre-pandemic levels, with a vacancy rate in London of around 2%. The Renters’ Rights Act — in force from 1 May 2026 — is accelerating the exit of non-professional landlords. For those who rely on professional property management, this means a stronger position, not a weaker one.
The rate environment has changed. Markets began the year expecting cuts and are now pricing in rises. This report analyses where real liquidity exists in London, what the regulatory shift means in practice, and what actions to take now.
What You’ll Find In This Analysis
London sales repricing — where the correction is real and where stock remains stuck
Rental supply and lettings pressure — why availability matters more than headline rents
Regulatory change 2026 — what the Renters’ Rights Act actually changes
Where real liquidity exists — the four segments of the London market that are transacting
Who This Report Is For
Buyers looking to understand timing and pricing in central London
Sellers who need a realistic, data-driven view
Landlords navigating the regulatory shift and assessing their position
Investors focused on immediate income and positioning in London — including through our Private Agent service for access to off-market opportunities
Download The Full Report
Nine pages covering London sales, lettings resilience, the regulatory reset, where liquidity is real, and our view on what to do now. All data verified from primary sources including Bank of England, ONS, and Coutts London Prime Property Index.
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