Published: 17/12/2025
As we look ahead to the year to come, we’d like to reflect on what has been a busy and revealing 2025 for the local property market — one that started positively and reminded us, once again, how closely confidence and clarity shape people’s moving decisions.The first part of 2025 was marked by a fluid and encouraging market. Buyer demand was healthy, transactions progressed well, and activity levels reflected a sense of confidence and intent among those looking to move. It was a pleasure to help so many families navigate their next steps and secure homes that truly suited their needs.
As the year moved into the latter part of the second quarter, sentiment began to shift. In the run-up to the Budget, growing uncertainty around potential tax changes, policy reform, and higher-value council tax implications led many buyers and sellers to pause. A noticeable “wait-and-see” mentality emerged, with fewer new instructions and valuations, and a general softening of activity — particularly at the upper end of the market.
Following the Budget, that uncertainty began to lift. While significant headwinds remain, early signs suggest modest stabilisation. Recent reports point to slight house price improvements, and within prime London there has been a sense of short-term relief, with some buyers beginning to re-engage now that greater clarity has returned. Transactions remain measured, but confidence is gradually rebuilding as people start to plan ahead for 2026.
Against this backdrop, we are particularly proud that, despite the volatility, we have once again increased our market share at the mid to upper end of the market. This reinforces something we firmly believe: in more challenging conditions, service, experience, and deep local knowledge truly count.
At Randall Price, we have continued to be entrusted with some of the finest family homes in East Sheen and the surrounding areas. To maintain our position as market leaders in our price point during a year shaped by uncertainty is a testament to our understanding of this market, our attention to detail, and, above all, the trust our clients place in us.
With over 40 years of combined estate agency experience, having sold more than £1.75bn of property, and supported by a forensically detailed knowledge of the local market, we remain as committed as ever to representing our clients with care, precision, and integrity. We are equally focused on continually refining what we do, staying responsive to market conditions, and working tirelessly to achieve the best outcomes for those we have the privilege to advise.
As we look ahead to 2026, we are encouraged by the way buyers and sellers are already positioning themselves for the year ahead, and we hope it will follow the positive early momentum seen in recent years. We would like to thank all our clients for their continued confidence and support, and we wish you and your loved ones the very best of health and happiness in the year to come.
Warm regards,
Michael Randall and Graham Price