The UK property market has been one of the hottest in the Europe for over 10 years. Even though the average price of a house has now reached over £200,000 and all the major towns and cities well out of reach of first time buyers, estate agents are still reporting an increased interest from investors and existing buyers. This is not unrelated to the fact that stock levels are still very low. Demand continues to outstrip supply, and basic economics suggest that in these circumstances, prices can only go one way – and it won’t be downwards.
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The UK is renowned for its rich history and culture. Attendance at many cultural events has remained relatively stable in recent years with nearly two thirds of people aged 15 and over attending a cultural event such as a play, ballet, opera or visiting an art gallery.
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The United Kingdom is the most favoured inward investment location in Europe, attracting around 40 per cent of Japanese, US and Asian investment into the EU. The reasons for its popularity are many as it has a great deal to offer overseas clients such as fast and easy access to the EU single market.
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A liquid market, a high degree of information flow, the bond/equity type nature of the traditional UK lease with its lengthy term and upwards only rent reviews, are making a difference. More recently, investors have been attracted by the prospects of returning rental growth and relatively attractive yields on UK.
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The UK property market has enjoyed exceptional capital growth of between 20%-30% per annum. Government projections show an increase of households of up to 14% by 2021, whereas Halifax predict a housing shortfall of at least 400,000 by that date.
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