If you are thinking about moving in the next 6 to 12 months, a market appraisal is often the best first step. It gives you a clearer view of value, timing and buyer demand, helping you plan with more confidence in a competitive 2026 market.

The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) suggest something rather unexpected. After years of worsening affordability, the picture has begun to improve. Wages have risen faster than house prices since 2021, nudging the headline affordability ratios in the right direction. On the face of it, that feels like progress.

A wonderful Google review from a recent sale. This really highlights the importance of instructing an experienced estate agent that is with you from the start of the process, right up until completion

We often discuss the Shepperton property market through house prices. Yet long before price comes a home’s character. And long before its character comes its age.