This heat map of Doncaster visually highlights the areas with homes built between World War I and World War II. The darker red regions represent the areas of Doncaster that have a higher concentration of homes from this period. These areas stand out against the grey regions, where no homes from that era exist. The interwar period was marked by a challenging economic landscape. The Great Depression of the 1930s caused widespread unemployment and reduced economic activity, making home construction difficult. Additionally, funding for public housing was limited, and high inte ..read more

Navigating the property market in Doncaster? Understanding the current market dynamics is essential whether you’re looking to buy a dream home or sell a cherished property. Recent data reveals a fascinating surge in property transactions across the UK, with Doncaster included in all this bustling activity. As of April 2024, property sales and listings have increased significantly, indicating a robust market. Yet, what does this mean for you? Is Doncaster a buyers’ market, favouring those looking to purchase, or a sellers’ market, giving an edge to those wishing to sell? This article delves in ..read more

Let’s delve into the fascinating world of British housing trends and statistics. Have you ever pondered over the average time British people stay in their homes? This graphic reveals the answer! As expected, those in private rented accommodation stop for the least time, at 4.3 years. Those buying a home with a mortgage tend to stay an average of 9.2 years. Those in social rented homes (council housing or housing association properties) stay a little longer, at an average of 12.2 years. Finally, those homeowners without a mortgage stay the longest, at 23.2 years! Are there any surprises in thi ..read more

As a Doncaster estate & letting agent with a keen eye on the shifting dynamics of the lettings market, it is imperative to highlight the current landscape for both landlords and tenants. Across the UK, the figures are telling: available rental homes on the market have seen a notable decrease from March 2019 to March 2024, with all 12 regions reflecting this trend. The North East has been hit the hardest, with a reduction of 58.3% in rental properties coming onto the market. As one expects, the areas close the Capital (the South East and East Anglia) have been hit hard, yet London has only ..read more

As May comes into view, with the anticipation of the warm summer months ahead of us, with sun-drenched hot beaches and cold ice cream, the thoughts and contemplations of Christmas seem a million miles away. Yet many people who wish to move would like to be in for Christmas. If that is you, listen up, as you might be surprised by what I tell you. Doncaster home buyers and sellers dreaming of celebrating Christmas 2024 in a new home, the time to act is running out. The property landscape has evolved significantly over the past few years, reflecting changes in buyer behaviour and the intricacies ..read more

Doncaster homeowner or landlord? Curious about the trends in the Doncaster property market? One measure is the average price paid for homes bought and sold in Doncaster in the last 12 months, on a rolling month by month basis. Each month I like to share this figure, and whilst this figure alone will not tell you much, its trend will. Our followers on social media know we write regular articles on the Doncaster property market. It is in those articles I expand and clarify what these monthly figures mean to you. Whether you are contemplating selling your property or simply interested in underst ..read more

As we are now nicely into 2024, it’s certain the Doncaster housing market over the last 18 months has been a little more restrained than 2020, 2021 and early 2022, and I believe that the ‘steady as she goes’ outlook will continue into the rest of 2024 and beyond. As property ownership is a medium to long-term investment, it is important to see what has happened to Doncaster house prices. Since the start of the Millennium (Jan 2001), the average Doncaster homeowner has seen their property’s value rise by an average of 217%. This is important as house prices are a national obsession and tied in ..read more

The UK housing market is bustling with activity as shown in our latest March 2024 property market data, revealing some changes from just a year ago in March 2023. There’s a notable uptick across the board, except for Northern Ireland, which experienced a 6.2% decrease. Yet, the spotlight for properties on the market shines on the South West, boasting an impressive 19.1% increase, heralding a significant influx of homes on the market. Wales and the East Midlands aren’t far behind, with increases of 14.5% and 16.9%, respectively, signalling a promising variety of new homes to live in for prospe ..read more

As we move through April, it’s the perfect opportunity for those considering entering the Doncaster property market to appreciate an important insight. Our comprehensive analysis of 5,654,563 home sales since April 2019 shows that while there are peak months, the difference in the number of properties sold each month—excluding January and December—is relatively marginal (no more than plus or minus 5% difference between the months). However, if we were to spotlight months where sales were slightly higher, March, October, and February stand out from the rest. It’s worth also noting that it’s no ..read more

Attention Doncaster homeowners and landlords! The vibrant Doncaster property market has seen a remarkable 122,522 homes change hands since 1995. This impressive figure is more than just a testament to the Doncaster’s growth; it’s a narrative of countless individual success stories and the area’s resilience in the face of changing market conditions. Each transaction represents a family’s new beginning, a savvy investor’s smart move, or perhaps a young professional’s first step onto the property ladder. As a dedicated estate and letting agent in Doncaster,  I’m proud to have witnessed, and ..read more