South Wales Property News

Which Types of Property Are Selling Quickest Right Now in South Wales?

24th November 2025

In South Wales this November, the quickest house sales are happening in well-presented three-bed family homes, tidy rental-ready terraces, and modern properties needing little work. Buyers are favouring homes that are realistic on price, energy efficient, and ready to move into. Projects are still selling too, but only when the numbers make sense. If you’re […]

Are South Wales House Prices Likely to Rise or Fall This Month?

05th September 2025

The big question on everyone’s lips right now is: “Mark, did house prices rise or fall in South Wales in August? And what might happen this September?” So I’ve pulled the data, and here’s what it tells us. How Prices Performed in August (Looking Back at Q2) So looking back, August likely continued the trend […]

This Month’s Top Buyer Question (and How I Answered It)

01st September 2025

Every month, I speak to dozens of buyers and sellers across South Wales. One question kept coming up recently, so I thought I would share it here along with my answer. The question was simple: “Mark, is now a good time to buy a house in South Wales, or should I wait until interest rates […]

Estate Agency Sales: Lowest Since Pandemic 

05th December 2022

Property sales falling through due to broken chains and funding issues for buyers means that the property market is seeing a downturn in supply and demand of properties. According to Estate Agents up and down the country, homebuyer enquiries fell in August and September – the steepest since the pandemic. This makes it the fourth […]

How much is your neighbour’s house worth?

05th January 2018

How much is your neighbour’s house worth? One of the craziest things you’ll find when looking to buy or sell a house in South Wales is the fluctuations in house prices from one road to another. Tell me again why the neighbour’s house is worth more than my house? Simply put, in South Wales house […]

What makes a house a home?

11th October 2017

What makes a house a home? In the modern world, the places we live come and go. People are sometimes selling homes quickly and often in search of the house they can call a home. It is not uncommon for the ordinary citizen to move up to 4 times throughout their life. But what makes […]

Dream big: some of the best locations to live in Wales

19th September 2017

If you’re looking to buy property in Wales, you’ll be spoilt for choice. As an incredibly diverse country with a fascinating history, Wales encompasses everything from beautiful wildlife reserves to bustling city life. Whether you’re looking to live by a Roman amphitheater or in the middle of the city center, Wales can provide you with […]

Who wants to buy a South Wales beach?

05th September 2017

If it is one thing Wales has in abundance, it is beautiful homes, historic landmarks, and enviable open spaces. But how would you like to be the proud owner of one of the best views the country has to offer? The gorgeous 2.2 acre Saundersfoot beach in Pembrokeshire was put on the market this summer, […]

Welsh property is the only one on the up

28th July 2017

You might be forgiven for thinking that house prices are at a record high and that if you’re not already on the property ladder, you may never get your chance. You might be looking to buy your first house now or even sell your house fast. However, research from house price experts Zoopla shows that […]

Swansea Property Market – What To Expect in 2016

03rd March 2016

Swansea property market 2014 The Swansea property market has been up and down over recent years. In January Swansea saw the biggest annual house price fall with a 6.6% drop. There was a 14% rise in repossession sales, being the highest figure across the entire U.K. My name is Mark King and I have over […]

The Most Expensive Areas to Buy Property in Wales

18th August 2015

Where are the most expensive areas to buy property in Wales? Lisvane Situated in the north of Cardiff is the affluent community of Lisvane. The beauty of this sought-after area is that it’s just a stone’s throw away from the city center, yet it still has that semi-rural feel. Sam James, who works at Savills […]

The Cheapest Areas to Buy Property in Wales

14th August 2015

Wales has both expensive and cheap property areas Tonypandy Situated in the county borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf is Tonypandy. And it is in this area that one of the houses went on the market earlier this year for a guide price of just £7,000. The house stands on Oak Street, Clydach Vale, which has […]