UK house prices rise at fastest rate in nearly two years

Nationwide reports surprise growth despite near-record prices straining affordabilityHow to complete a move before stamp duty risesBusiness live – latest updatesHouse prices in the UK grew at the fastest rate in nearly two years in November, in a surprise acceleration despite near-record highs straining affordability, according to figures from Nationwide.The annual growth rate rebounded to 3.7% in November, up from 2.4% in October, according to the UK’s biggest building society. That was the fastest rate since November 2022. Continue reading...

UK house prices rise at fastest rate in nearly two years

Nationwide reports surprise growth despite near-record prices straining affordability

House prices in the UK grew at the fastest rate in nearly two years in November, in a surprise acceleration despite near-record highs straining affordability, according to figures from Nationwide.

The annual growth rate rebounded to 3.7% in November, up from 2.4% in October, according to the UK’s biggest building society. That was the fastest rate since November 2022. Continue reading...