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April registrations down but levelling out

New home registrations dropped in April according to the latest NHBC figures.

Government must get vital NPPF right - HBF

The National Planning Policy Framework must reflect the scale of the housing crisis, HBF has warned, following the publication of the NPPF advisory group recom…

Housing starts surge in 2011 - CLG

Asking price highest for three years - Rightmove

The average asking price for a UK home in May was the highest in almost three years, according to Rightmove.

Better market conditions for Barratt and Bovis

Housebuilders Barratt and Bovis have reported that the better market conditions seen at the start of the year are continuing.

Government drops Local Standards Framework

Housing minister Grant Shapps has announced that the government will not push ahead with the Local Standards Framework in an attempt to reduce red tape and reg…

House prices slide 1.4% - Halifax

House prices fell 1.4% in April, Halifax has said in its latest house price index.

Housing crisis looming for elderly, says report

A housing crisis is looming for Britain’s ageing population, according to a report launched today (May 9).

Improved sales rates continue for Galliford Try

Galliford Try’s housebuilding arm has continued to enjoy improved sales rates throughout the spring selling season with prices remaining stable, it revealed to…

House prices slip 0.2% - Nationwide

House prices dipped 0.2% in April, Nationwide’s latest house price index has revealed.