Many commentators are pencilling in price growth for the UK of 1% next year. These include Rightmove , whose data is based on asking prices. Its forecast chimed with those from two well-known estate agents. Knight Frank has predicted price growth across the UK of 1% in 2019, amid increased economic and political uncertainty around Brexit, though it is expecting to see zero growth in the south-east and a 0.5% fall in prices in London.
Now well into Q3 for 2019 and residential/commercial developments continue to exceed predictions. JFM is experiencing a surge in interest from clients working in these sectors and as a result has been retained by several who are seeking to add to their successful offices across the country in the areas of infrastructure design, planning, transport planning and traffic engineering (see our website for a valuable insight into the current market – www.jfmassociates.co.uk).
The majority of these practices are multi regional and offer the opportunity to take ownership through equity and to play a integral part in their continued expansion. The focus is no longer in the capital, but across the South West, Midlands and North West – with all of these areas experiencing the biggest growth. This is a trend which will continue for some considerable time and has seen the appeal of both Birmingham and Manchester, as two of the most desirable cities to live and work.