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

Understanding the nuances of property sales is essential for both homeowners and investors in the dynamic Doncaster property market. A few weeks ago, I stated that of the Doncaster properties that have sold subject to contract (stc) in the three months of Dec, Jan & Feb, it took an average of 70 days to sell. Now time has moved on, looking at the Jan, Feb and March Doncaster house sales, this has improved, so now … the average Doncaster home in Q1 2024 was on the market for an average of 56 days before agreeing on a sale. This change, though minimal, is noteworthy against the backdrop of ..read more

Bungalows continue to be a unique asset in the UK property market, offering the charm of single storey living.  In 2023, they carved out a significant niche, with 81,823 out of the 915,705 properties sold in 2023 being bungalows. Despite their smaller size, the demand for these quaint single storey dwellings remains evident, reflected in their higher average pound per square foot value at £371, compared to £329 for the overall market. Bungalows represent a fascinating contrast: while they boast a higher value per square foot, their average sale price in 2023 was £341,081, less than the o ..read more

In the articles on the Doncaster property market, we like to provide an insight into the real story of what is happening in our Doncaster (and national) property market and address the misconceptions that some of the ‘doom monger’ media have been spreading. Despite almost daily reports of a housing market crash since September 2022, the data shows that the British (and Doncaster) property market is doing OK. So, let’s dive into the stats and start with the lifeblood of the housing market – new properties coming onto the market. Nationally, 444,668 UK properties came onto the market in Q1 2024 ..read more

As we navigate through a world where sustainability and cost-efficiency are at the forefront of Doncaster homebuyer and tenant priorities, understanding the energy efficiency of Doncaster properties has never been more critical.  The energy performance certificate (EPC) ratings, ranging from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient), are not only indicative of a Doncaster property’s environmental footprint but also have a substantial impact on the running costs for households. Our latest heat map offers a compelling visual representation of Doncaster,&n ..read more

Many Doncaster people I talk to in their late 30s to late 40s are relying on the inheritance from their baby boomer generation parents to help them in their home buying and retirement future. It is true there is £2 trillion (£2,040,861,524,790 to be exact give or take a few pennies) tied up in equity in the property of everyone in the UK who is aged 65 years and older (to add context to that the NHS costs £181 billion per year, well under a tenth of the equity tied up in property). With additional investments in stocks and shares including buy-to-let properties of around £2 trillion to £3 tri ..read more