Scottish housebuilding at 30-year low
Original Article Summary
Housing starts in Scotland were at their lowest level since 1996 in the first quarter of 2025, indicating that there’s a real problem in creating new supply in the country. Supply could be created by upping council housing, as well as incentivising more private developers to start new projects. Paul Hilton, chiefe executive of ESPC, […] The post Scottish housebuilding at 30-year low appeared first on PropertyWire.
PropMatch Curated Analysis
Scottish housing starts have hit their lowest level since 1996, with completions at 2013 lows, creating a severe supply crisis that industry leaders say requires immediate government action to 'build, build, build'.
Investor Relevance
Critical for Scottish property investors as severe supply shortages typically drive up property values and rental demand, while also indicating potential government policy changes and increased development opportunities for those with capacity.
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