This report is based on responses to a monthly survey of Propertymark member agents. The analysis is based on data provided by around 100 sales and 100 letting agents across the UK.
Residential sales
Prospective buyer registrations dropped in October 2025
The average number of new prospective buyers registered per member branch showed a slight decrease, with an average of 59 in October.
Number of sales agreed saw growth in October 2025
The average number of sales agreed per member branch increased in October 2025 to 7.8.
Residential lettings
Rental arrears witnessed by member agents at their lowest level since 2022
The level of rental arrears indicates the state of consumer finances. The magnitude of member agents reporting problems with arrears positively decreased to 1.7%. The lowest level since October 2022.
Rental prices continued to show fluctuations
In October 2025, 52% of member agents reported that rents remained generally static, with 30% reporting an overall fall, and 17% stated rents had increased.
