UK estate agency activity shows modest growth in March
Original Article Summary
UK estate agency branches recorded modest growth across sales and lettings activity in March 2026, with agreed sales averaging 8.14 per branch and buyer registrations rising to 78 per branch. The lettings sector saw instruction levels increase to 4.5 properties per branch, though demand continued to outpace supply amid regulatory uncertainty. The post UK estate agency activity shows modest growth in March appeared first on PropertyWire.
PropMatch Curated Analysis
Propertymark's March 2026 data shows modest but broad-based improvement in UK estate agency activity, with sales and buyer registrations rising into the spring, while the lettings sector remains supply-constrained and landlord sentiment is dampened by regulatory uncertainty.
Investor Relevance
For buy-to-let and PRS investors, the data reinforces that rental supply is not recovering meaningfully despite modest instruction increases, keeping void periods low and supporting rents — but regulatory concerns are actively suppressing landlord investment decisions. Sales-side improvements and increased auction activity signal a functioning transaction market worth monitoring for acquisition opportunities.
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