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Residential Property Market Summer Update 2025
With summer well underway, the UK residential property market continues its slow but steady journey back to stability following a challenging period of uncertainty.
Are EPCs required for listed buildings?
As sustainability continues to shape the UK’s property landscape, commercial landlords are increasingly focused on meeting the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES).
High five as Oxford city centre shops are let
Oxford's High Street is thriving after a raft of new retail shops open in quick succession thanks to Vail Williams' Mike Watson.
Quality Over Quantity: Oxford’s Curated Retail Market Thrives
A recent report from Centre for Cities highlights Oxford as one of the UK’s best-performing high streets — a trend we’re seeing firsthand in the local retail market.
Future-proofing university estates with planned maintenance
A Planned Maintenance Programme (PMP) is a strategic approach to maintaining and managing a property or estate over time.
Vail Williams strengthens cross-regional working
Luke Storey joins the agency team as associate to assist in the collaboration across the Thames Valley, Surrey and Oxford areas.
Thinking outside the box to improve energy performance, address Net Zero and decarbonise commercial property
Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are a critical tool for assessing and improving the energy efficiency of commercial properties, offering valuable insights into how a building performs.
Residential Property Market Spring Update 2025
As we move into Spring 2025, the UK residential property market is showing cautious signs of stability.
Splash of colour transforms Oxford’s empty shops
Vail Williams is helping to brighten up grey days in Oxford by working with an artist to transform empty retail premises in the city with vibrant artworks.
Expansion on the cards as Vail Williams builds on Oxford growth
It has been a year since commercial and residential property consultancy Vail Williams formally entered the Oxford market, but how has the firm got on since its decision to open a base there?
Government EPC rating data shows positive progress but more must be done
The UK Government’s latest data on Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) highlights significant improvements in the energy efficiency of commercial properties.