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The latest April figures from Rightmove’s House Price Index show a property market that continues to perform more strongly than many expected.
Average new seller asking prices have risen by 0.8% this month, while the number of homes available for sale remains at an eleven-year high for this time of year. That combination of resilience and increased choice is being reflected here across our offices in Christchurch, Southbourne, Highcliffe and Bransgore.
Coastal & Village Demand Remains Strong
Across Mudeford, Friars Cliff, Chewton Farm, West Christchurch, Tuckton and Hengistbury Head and the lanes around Bransgore village, demand remains healthy for homes offering lifestyle, space and location.
Buyers continue to prioritise:
- Coastal proximity
- Gardens and outside space
- Access to schools
- Village and community living
These are long-term motivations that remain powerful.
More Homes for Sale = More Opportunity
With stock levels nationally at an eleven-year high, buyers now have more choice.
Locally, that means:
- More options across different price ranges
- Better ability to compare value
- Less pressure than in recent years
For sellers, it means thoughtful pricing and strong presentation are key.
Mortgage Rates & Affordability
Mortgage rates have risen in recent weeks, but Rightmove also highlights several positive tailwinds:
- Earnings up 3.9% year-on-year
- Improved borrowing capacity for many movers
- Continued resilience from first-time buyers
We are seeing exactly that locally – serious buyers are still active and progressing to offer for homes that are correctly priced.
Rental Market & Renters’ Rights Act
The lettings market remains busy across Christchurch and surrounding areas, particularly for quality homes close to the coast, transport links and schools.
At the same time, the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, effective from May 2026, is bringing important changes for the private rented sector.
Key headlines include:
- Tenants can request to keep a pet, with refusals needing to be reasonable
- Greater clarity around tenancy documentation
- Updated possession rules in certain circumstances
For tenants, this provides greater security and transparency. For landlords, it reinforces the importance of professional management and staying compliant.
Understanding Renter’s Rights – Learn more
Real Life Still Drives the Market
Most local moves are still about everyday priorities:
- Families upsizing near schools such as Twynham or Highcliffe School
- Buyers relocating for lifestyle reasons
- Downsizers staying close to community and coast
Those motivations remain far stronger than short-term headlines.
Professional View
Across Christchurch, Southbourne, Highcliffe and Bransgore, the market remains active, balanced and full of opportunity.
Buyers have more choice, sellers still have demand, and the lettings market remains robust. April’s figures reinforce what we are seeing locally every day: people are still moving, and good property continues to perform strongly.
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To see the very latest homes as they hit the market, head to our website or click ‘New to market homes‘.
Planning a move this Spring
If you’d like a clear, evidence-based view of value and a marketing plan tuned to today’s conditions, we’ll help you set the right strategy – street-by-street pricing, best-in-class presentation, and proactive buyer matching – so you can move forward with confidence. Please feel free to contact any of our offices, either for an informal chat about the market and how we can help, or to book a market appraisal.
Why not try our Instant online valuation tool to get started?
Miles Tarpey – Director Slades Estate Agents
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