Equity release market becoming more popular
Original Article Summary
More people are dipping into their properties as a source of wealth, data from the Equity Release Council shows. In Q2 2025 there was a 10% increase in total lending when compared to Q2 2024 (£578m). This was driven by new lump sum mortgage customers taking on average £126,422, or 14% more than in Q2 […] The post Equity release market becoming more popular appeared first on PropertyWire.
PropMatch Curated Analysis
Equity release lending grew 10% year-on-year to £578m in Q2 2025, with average lump sums reaching £126k. This reflects growing reliance on housing wealth for retirement, with over half of UK households expected to need housing wealth by 2040.
Investor Relevance
Indicates strong underlying demand for property ownership among older demographics, supporting long-term property values. Suggests potential exit strategy opportunities and validates housing as a wealth store, particularly relevant for investors targeting areas with aging populations.
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