Halifax House Price Index May 2026

House prices in May 2026 were 0.5% higher compared to the same month a year earlier The latest Halifax House Price Index for May 2026 shows that house prices have remained largely stable despite ongoing economic uncertainty. While average property prices dipped slightly during the month, the overall picture suggests that the housing market continues… Read more
Inflation – April 2026

Inflation Falls to 2.8% in April 2026: What It Means for Interest Rates and Mortgages Inflation fell to 2.8% in April 2026, down from 3.3% in March, bringing it closer to the Bank of England’s 2% target. While this is a positive sign for the wider economy, the picture remains mixed, with some household costs… Read more
Halifax House Price Index April 2026

House prices in April 2026 were 0.4% higher compared to the same month a year earlier. The latest Halifax House Price Index for April 2026 shows that the housing market remains relatively steady, despite ongoing pressure from higher living costs and mortgage rates. House prices dipped slightly during April, but the overall picture is still… Read more
Bank Of England Base Rate – April 2026

Bank of England Base Rate Update: April 2026 The Bank of England has announced its latest interest rate decision for April 2026, and the base rate has been held at 3.75%. If you have a mortgage, are planning to buy, or are thinking about remortgaging, this decision matters to you. Interest rates affect how much… Read more
Inflation – March 2026

Inflation Update March 2026: CPI Rises to 3.3% as Fuel Costs Drive Increase Inflation picked up again in March 2026, with the Consumer Prices Index rising to 3.3%, up from 3.0% in February. That means the overall cost of goods and services increased faster than it did the month before, moving further away from the… Read more
Halifax House Price Index March 2026

House prices in March 2026 were 0.8% higher compared to the same month a year earlier. The latest Halifax House Price Index for March 2026 shows a small drop in house prices, alongside a wider slowdown in the market. If you are thinking about buying, remortgaging or simply keeping an eye on the market, this… Read more
Inflation – February 2026

Inflation Update February 2026: CPI Holds at 3.0% as Energy Costs Could Rise Inflation remained steady in February, with the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) holding at 3.0%, unchanged from January. While this stability is a positive sign in the short term, there are growing concerns that rising energy prices linked to tensions in the Middle… Read more
Bank Of England Base Rate – March 2026

Bank of England Base Rate Update: March 2026 At the latest meeting, the Monetary Policy Committee voted to keep the base rate at 3.75%. This decision was unanimous, meaning every member agreed that holding the rate was the right move for now. The next review is due on 30 April 2026, where the rate could… Read more
Inflation – January 2026

Inflation – January 2026 At a glance Inflation has eased again at the start of the year, with the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) falling to 3.0% in the 12 months to January 2026. That’s down from 3.4% in December and marks the lowest annual rate since March 2025. While inflation is still above the Bank… Read more
Bank Of England Base Rate – February 2026

Bank of England Base Rate Update: February 2026 The Bank of England has confirmed its latest interest rate decision for February 2026, and while there was plenty of debate behind the scenes, the headline outcome is simple: the Base Rate has been held at 3.75%. If you have a mortgage, are thinking about buying a… Read more
Inflation – December 2025

Inflation – December 2025 At a glance Inflation moved slightly higher in December, ending the year with prices rising faster than they were in November. While the increase is modest, inflation remains well above the Bank of England’s long-term target of 2%, which means the cost of everyday living is still a real issue for… Read more
Halifax House Price Index December 2025

House prices in December 2025 were 0.3% higher compared to the same month a year earlier. The latest Halifax House Price Index for December 2025 gives you a clear snapshot of how the housing market finished the year. Prices edged down again, growth slowed, and activity remained fairly steady despite ongoing affordability pressures. If you… Read more

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