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Insights 30.10.25

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 27th October 2025, marking the most significant reform to England’s private rental sector in nearly four decades.

Renters’ Rights Act 2025: How Bidwells Is Supporting Our Landlords Through the Changes

Insights 10.03.25

This landmark bill will bring significant changes to the lettings industry and strengthen protections for the 4.7 million households in England who currently rent from private landlords.

The Renters' Rights Bill

Insights 19.11.24

In today's property market, new build homes are experiencing a surge in popularity. Recent data from the Property Academy Home Movers Survey 2024 reveals that 53% of home movers would consider purchasing a new build property – a significant increase from 47% last year.

The Rising Appeal of New Build Homes: Energy Efficiency Leads the Way

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Insights 31.10.24

The Chancellor's Autumn Budget has delivered another round of adjustments to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), but what did it mean for second homeowners and first-time buyers? Read our latest blog to find out.

Understanding the Latest Stamp Duty Land Tax Changes: Your Guide to the Autumn 2024 Budget

Insights 16.10.24

Owning a listed building is an exciting opportunity to own a piece of history but, if you haven’t owned one before you might be uncertain about what it means, and what is and isn’t allowed.

A guide for listed building homeowners

Insights 05.10.24

Navigating the residential development market is complex, and whilst it's clear that the government is committed to addressing the housing crisis, significant challenges remain.

Navigating the Complexity of Delivering New Homes

Insights 14.08.24

Here’s a fun peek into why summer is the busiest time of the year in the rental market and what that means for everyone involved.

Summer Surge: Why the Rental Market Heats Up When the Temperature Rises

Insights 22.07.24

The engine of Cambridge, the innovation businesses that create jobs, local incomes, in-migration and ultimately the need for new homes requires fuelling up.

Does the engine of Cambridge require fuelling up?

Insights 08.07.24

There has been much valuable comment in the last week following the election on the implications for housing. As policy emerges though, the fundamentals for an investor stand true – the relationship between income and capital growth.

Getting back to basics

Insights 03.07.24

After peaking in the second quarter of 2022, the average price of a new home in Cambridge today continues its steady decline in value. Over the last eight quarters the drop is 10.6%, or £60,000 in hard cash. The equivalent cost of the Tesla Model Y.

You might need a house with an EV charge point

Insights 30.08.23

Our City residential team choose the things they love most about Cambridge in our regular blog series. Robert Couch talks us through how Hills Road stands out as the perfect area of Cambridge for young professionals and families.

Why I love Cambridge: Hills Road

Insights 11.07.23

Our City residential team choose the things they love most about Cambridge in our regular blog series. Rob Couch talks us through how Trumpington connects the countryside to the city.

Why I love Cambridge: Trumpington

Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report, Summer 2025

Discover how March's stamp duty rush led to a dramatic April crash and get expert predictions on whether mortgage rate cuts in 2026 will fuel the anticipated housing recovery amid persistent economic headwinds.

28.07.25

Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report, Spring 2025

In our Q1 2025 report, uncover surprising shifts in Cambridge housing values, the critical impact of the delayed Renters Rights Bill, and expert insights on whether this cooling trend will continue amid economic uncertainties.

12.05.25

Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report, Winter 2024

January is traditionally a time for retail discounts and bargain hunting and although not a comparison, January 2025 could also be a good time to become a renter as after several years of double-digit growth, rents are cooling and the market power is shifting from landlord to customer.

13.01.25

Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report, Autumn 2024

Much is written about the England Renters’ (Rights) Bill. In essence, the Legislation will increase tenant security. Our Q3 report gives an overview of what can be expected when the bill is implemented in the near future, and how landlords should prepare.

29.10.24

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Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report Summer 2024

As the UK faces a new government and potential shifts in SDLT for overseas buyers, our Q2 report delves into the static housing market, rising rents, and shifting demand towards larger homes.

15.07.24

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Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report Spring 2024

Oxford Economics forecast a rapid decline in the bank rate this year and next, ending 2024 at 4% and 2025 at 3%.

04.06.24

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Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report Autumn 2023

Our latest report on the residential rental market.

01.12.23

Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report Summer 2023

Our latest report on the residential rental market.

10.07.23

Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report Spring 2023

The UK economic outlook is brighter than previously expected, with only a small contraction in growth of 0.2% expected this year.

23.05.23

Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report Winter 2023

The persistent stock shortages experienced in the Cambridge rental market continued in the final quarter of 2023.

12.02.23

Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report Winter 2022

Q4 2022 saw greater stability following the economic and political turmoil of Q3. Swap and mortgage rates stabilised with expectations for more measured base rate increases. 2023 has continued in a similar vein with signs inflation may be stabilising.

23.01.23

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Bidwells Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report Autumn 2022

Three months is a long time in politics, and the housing market. While economic uncertainty loomed prior to the summer of political turmoil, events compounded the challenging backdrop.

13.07.22

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