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UK house prices flat, but city picture paints another story
Average property prices across the UK have moved up by just 0.1 per cent this month, the latest index suggests. But various cities have registered sharp rises and falls in property value, according to Nationwide.
Sharp rise for house prices in top ranking university towns
More than half of the university cities in the latest Times Top 20 University Rankings have seen average property prices increase by at least 75 per cent over the past 10 years, according to new research.
‘Four tenants compete for each rental room’ as demand soars
The number of tenants competing for each room to rent is far outstripping the number of rooms being offered, research from easyroommate.co.uk reveals. On average, there are four tenants for every room.
Overall housing market flat, but cities paint a different picture
Britain’s housing market was flat during June, but 1.1 per cent lower than a year ago, according to data from Nationwide. However, a closer look at the lender's city figures reveals sharp rises and falls over the year.
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Treasures of the world
Wanderlust seems to be a trend in home décor this year with pieces from all over the globe making it into UK sitting rooms. The look requires items to be from many different locations and have an eclectic feel. Go retro with an iPhone handset
We love new technology but sometimes, at home, wouldn't it be nice to ditch the touch-screen for a phone with a traditional handset? Now, you can plug in your Apple iPhones, iPads and iPod Touches and enjoy a good old gossip Lady Gaga style. |
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