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Hayes Rental Property Market: 5 Year Overview & 2025 Landlord Outlook

Hayes landlords have seen remarkable changes over the past 5 years, with rising rents, a shift in the number of rental homes available and tenant expectations. Looking ahead, new regulations, higher costs, and evolving renter demands present fresh challenges, but also opportunities for those willing to adapt. Read the full article to explore the future of Hayes rental market

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

22% more Hayes homes for sale than 3 years ago

22% More Hayes Homes For Sale Than 3 Years Ago The number of homes for sale in Hayes has soared by 22%, but that doesn’t mean the market is flooded or failing. Behind the headlines, demand, pricing and buyer behaviour are shifting in ways every Hayes homeowner should understand. Read the full article to see what’s really happening

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Over 6 in 10 Hayes homes fail to sell

Over 6 in 10 Hayes Homes Fail to Sell. Of course, that figure can shift depending on how accurately the home is priced, how it is marketed and the current buyer demand in your specific price range. In the end, it is not about what price you list at, but what your house actually sells for. This will be of interest to all Hayes homeowners or buyers

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

68 Days to Sell a Hayes Home

In Hayes, it is taking 68 days on average to sell a home. Some Hayes sellers move fast, others are stuck for months and months wondering where it all went wrong. Discover the crucial difference in my/our latest article from the Hayes Property Blog

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Hillingdon’s £103 Million a Year ‘Rentirement’ Time Bomb

£103 Million Every Year. That’s how much 50- to 64-year-olds in Hillingdon are spending on private rent as they head towards retirement with no home of their own. It’s a hidden crisis that could reshape our town’s future unless we act now

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Hayes property market may 2025 update

Hayes Property Market – May 2025 Update Is it a buyers’ market or a sellers’ market?

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

The 2024 Hayes Property Market An analysis of last year’s property market and what will happen in 2025?

Hayes homeowners and landlords, the UK property market saw a 15.4% rise in sales nationally last year – but how does Hayes compare? With unique local trends shaping our market, understanding what’s happening here is vital for making informed decisions in 2025.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Why Hayes’ Shrinking Households Could Shape the Future of its Property Market

Hayes property market is undergoing a fascinating transformation, driven by shrinking household sizes and changing rental dynamics. From long-term value growth for homeowners to rising demand for smaller rental properties, the opportunities for landlords and investors in Hayes have never been more promising.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

The Hayes Baby Boomer Housing Paradox: Wealth in Property, But Nowhere to Go

For decades, baby boomers in the UK have been the quiet beneficiaries of a housing market that has worked in their favour. Rising property prices and a growing housing shortage have pushed home values sky-high, giving this generation substantial equity in their homes. However, as more and more boomers enter retirement age, a new reality sets in, and the properties they need for this next stage of life are almost impossible to find.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

The New Stamp Duty Increase: Another Hurdle for Hayes Landlords – But Is It Really a Game-Changer?

Over the past eight years, landlords have faced a barrage of new regulations and tax changes. From the original 3% stamp duty surcharge introduced in 2016 to Section 24’s limitation on mortgage interest relief, the new Renters' Rights Act passing through parliament with its removal of Section 21, and recent reductions in capital gains tax allowances – it’s fair to say that buy-to-let (BTL) investors have been under relentless pressure.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes