The Rightmove House Price Index – The Facts
Since launching in 2002 the House Price Index has grown to become a major voice in reflecting current trends within the UK property market.
HPI
Property selling prices edge closer to asking prices
In December the discount stood at 3.39%. It has since narrowed to 2.95%. What does this mean for buyers and sellers in the current market?
Spring on hold as London prices pause for breath
Following 3 consecutive monthly rises, new sellers in London have trimmed their average asking prices for the first time in 2013.
Fourth consecutive monthly asking price rise
April saw a fourth successive monthly average asking price increase, with a 2.1% rise continuing the trend seen so far in 2013.
April House Price Index Infographic
Our infographic provides a breakdown of how prices are performing across each region and property type.
Rightmove in the press – February 2013
See how the national newspapers reported Rightmove's February House Price Index.
Optimism for 2013 in spite of largest ever monthly fall
New sellers have chopped an average of £7,772 (-3.3%) off asking prices this month.
Only 17% of sellers would invest in a house makeover, even if it meant they would achieve a higher price
Competition among sellers for mortgage-ready or cash buyers looks set to remain fierce in many markets in 2013.