Spring Surge: Post-Easter Market Activity Stronger Than Usual

As the Easter break closes, early signs suggest that the UK property market is experiencing a stronger-than-usual post-holiday boost.

Traditionally, spring marks the beginning of the most active selling season, and this year appears to be no exception – in fact, activity is notably more vigorous than in recent years.

One of the key catalysts has been the recent change to stamp duty thresholds, which reverted on 1st April 2025. In the days that followed, we saw a significant surge in listings – over 53,000 properties entered the market in the first week of April alone, with sellers keen to align pricing with the updated tax regime. Areas such as London and the South East, in particular, have seen a marked increase in supply.

Buyer demand is also on the rise, with first-time buyer enquiries up 13% compared to this time last year. This is being fuelled by growing confidence in the market and improving mortgage affordability, with fixed rates expected to settle closer to 4% over the coming months. As affordability improves, so too does the ability for buyers to act, helping drive momentum across all sectors.

Industry forecasts are equally encouraging. House prices are expected to grow by around 4% throughout 2025, and transaction volumes are likely to increase in parallel. The outlook suggests a positive cycle where both supply and demand are growing in tandem.

As we move further into spring, sellers and buyers alike appear more motivated, and the increased choice on the market is supporting a healthy pace of activity. If the first weeks of April are anything to go by, the months ahead may be among the busiest we've seen in recent memory – a refreshing sign of confidence returning to the housing market.

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