Market Insight
UKREiiF Insights: Confidence may have softened but delivery matters more than sentiment
Vail Williams, like over 14,000 other property professionals from across the UK, attended UKREiiF in Leeds one month ago today.
Horsham Industrial Market Update
Horsham, with its historic town centre, may not shout the loudest in the South East industrial market, but it consistently punches above its weight as a strong performing industrial base in West Sussex.
M&A Property Due Diligence: The overlooked risk that can derail your deal
The UK Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) market entered 2026 with renewed momentum. As buyers competed for high‑conviction opportunities, deal scrutiny has been intensifying, and property due diligence has become a critical factor in protecting value.
When self-management stops working: Why investors turn to asset managers
For many commercial property investors, self-managing a property can seem like a simple way to reduce costs.
What does the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 mean for landlords, developers and investors?
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is a major piece of UK legislation that reforms how the private rented sector (PRS) operates in England.
Student accommodation and the townhouse trend signal a return to shared living
The rapid growth of purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) has transformed the skylines of many university cities over the past decade.
New Towns consultation 2026 marks a pivotal moment for housing delivery in England
The Government’s latest New Towns consultation on seven proposed locations marks a significant step forward in addressing England’s residential housing shortfall.
Spatial Development Strategies: What they could mean for strategic planning and growth
The Government’s latest planning reforms include proposals to introduce Spatial Development Strategies (SDSs) across England (outside London), representing one of the most significant changes to the strategic planning framework in recent years.
Sustainability in Planning: Net zero and environmental trends shaping UK development
Across the UK, developers, landowners and investors are navigating a rapidly evolving policy landscape shaped by climate targets, environmental legislation and changing market expectations.
UK Residential Property Market Update Spring 2026
The UK residential property market entered 2026 with more stock, steadier pricing and a cautiously active buyer base, but momentum has softened as the quarter has progressed.
A new era for Thames Valley offices – From passive ownership to active stewardship
For much of the 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s, the industrial sector was widely regarded as the poor relation to the office market in the Thames Valley.