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The council's financial position has been making national headlines, the government has appointed ministerial envoys to oversee reform, Birchwood Park is being sold to Goldman Sachs, and proposed cuts include street lighting reductions and service reviews.
Over the last few weeks, there has been a growing narrative in the national press suggesting that the housing ladder is becoming increasingly difficult to climb. Much of this centres around the widening gap between smaller and larger homes, with many commentators suggesting that homeowners are becoming “stuck” and unable to move up.
What matters more to sellers is understanding who is actually buying, what they are prioritising, and what they will walk away from. Having spoken with buyers actively looking in this village right now, here is an honest account of what is driving decisions in 2026.
The rental market in 2026 is not falling apart, nor is it flying. What it is doing is something arguably more important: it is maturing.