Is Autumn 2026 a good time to buy or sell your home?
Summer can be a hard time to read the property market, but as autumn approaches the picture is clearer. Buyers have more homes to choose from, sellers are learning that an ambitious asking price could cost them viewings, and the rental market remains tight. Here’s what the latest figures from Rightmove, Propertymark, the ONS and RICS mean if you’re planning a move this autumn.