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Insights 07.07.20

A recent survey has revealed that homebuyers in Cambridgeshire value being within walking distance to local amenities, with pubs coming out on top as most important.

Pubs ranked top amenity by Cambridge residents

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Insights 08.09.19

Rental values have increased by approximately 3% in the last 12 months with an average rent of just over £1250pcm in Cambridge, with Bidwells averaging over £1500pcm.

The Cambridge rental market

Insights 30.06.19

Bidwells’ Ollie Rivers finds both commuters and locals flocking to the East Chesterton riverside for the official start of the summer.

Cambridge's best kept secrets: East Chesterton

Insights 27.06.19

Bidwells’ weekly tour of Cambridge continues as Niki Stephenson examines what makes Queen Edith’s tick.

Cambridge's best kept secrets: Queen Edith's

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Insights 24.06.19

Week three of a regular look at Cambridge’s best corners lands in Trumpington with Bidwells’ Jason Capel finding it well connected by transport links and community spirit.

Cambridge's best kept secrets: Trumpington

Insights 06.06.19

Week two of Bidwells regular look at Cambridge’s hidden secrets sees Alex Bloxham welcome Silicon Valley’s finest to Victorian Mill Road.

Cambridge's best kept secrets: Petersfield

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Insights 30.05.19

A new regular look at Cambridge’s best kept secrets begins in Newnham as Bidwells’ Andrew Tucker looks at what makes it so special.

Cambridge's best kept secrets: Newnham

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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