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30/10/2026

Did you know there are five homes in the UK called “Halloween”?

Three more even go by “Halloween Cottage.”

You’ll find them in places like Norwich, Southampton, Bristol, Leatherhead and the Cotswolds. Imagine the postman’s face every October when he has to deliver there.

What’s fascinating is how a name instantly changes the feeling we have about a property.

“Halloween” sounds eerie and mysterious. “Rose Cottage” feels warm and cosy. “The Old Rectory” sounds grand and established.
It’s a reminder that homes don’t just sell on bricks and mortar.
They sell on emotion.

Buyers aren’t just buying square footage. They’re buying how a place makes them feel the moment they see the name on the gate or the sign by the drive.

So, whether it’s “Halloween Cottage” or “The Coach House,” every name tells a story before the viewer has even stepped through the door.

Happy Halloween from your local Swale estate agents.

29/10/2026

How energy efficient is your home?

In 2015, 26% of homes in Great Britain were rated A to C for energy efficiency. By 2025, that figure had reached 56%, more than doubling in a decade. That matters because buyers and tenants are looking beyond the asking price or monthly rent. They also want to understand what a property could cost to run.

For homeowners, improving energy efficiency can make a home more comfortable and help reduce energy use. When selling, a stronger rating can also give buyers something positive to consider alongside location, space and condition. For landlords, it is about the quality and long-term appeal of the property. A home that retains heat effectively can be more attractive to tenants concerned about household bills.

However, an EPC rating is a guide, rather than a promise of running costs. Actual bills depend on the property, its heating system and how the occupants use it. Start by reading your EPC recommendations. Consider which improvements suit your property and budget, rather than assuming the most expensive option should come first.

Whether you are selling, letting or staying put, understanding your home’s energy performance is a useful starting point.

28/10/2026

Autumn Budget 2026: Business as Usual for the Swale Property Market

Today’s Autumn Budget has come and gone, and for most people thinking of buying or selling a home, the message is fairly simple. Very little has changed. Chancellor John Healey focused much of his attention on the cost of living, including help with household energy bills, fuel duty and support for smaller businesses.

There was some good news for first time buyers, with the announcement of the new Your First Home scheme and a first time buyer ISA for England. However, the main housing scheme is aimed at newly built homes, so its immediate impact on the wider second hand property market is likely to be limited.

There were no significant changes to Stamp Duty or building regulations, and no major announcements likely to transform the number of homes being built.

Landlords, however, face a further 2% increase in tax on rental income from 2027, which is on top of the increase announced last year and this could influence future investment decisions and the supply of rental homes.

Perhaps the more important date for the property market is Thursday 5th November, when the Bank of England announces its next interest rate decision. With Bank Rate currently at 3.75%, financial markets have already been factoring higher interest rates to 4%, and mortgage lenders have adjusted their pricing accordingly. The announcement will nevertheless be important for buyer confidence.

For homeowners considering a move, today’s Budget has not fundamentally changed the picture. Homes will still sell. Buyers will still buy. And realistically priced properties will continue to attract interest. In short, for the wider UK property market, it is largely business as usual.

27/10/2026

76.6% of Faversham Homeowners Who Sold and Moved Home … Never Reduced their Asking Price!

Starting with a higher asking price might feel like giving yourself room to negotiate, a way to ‘test the market’? Yet independent data show a striking difference in how long Faversham home sellers waited to sell their homes after testing the market, how close they came to their original asking price and the thousands of pounds it cost them in lost equity, together with the 40%+ lower chance any agreed sale would complete.

If you are a Faversham homeowner, you need to read this article…

https://www.georgewebbfinn.com/article/766-of-faversham-homeowners-who-sold-and-moved-home-never-had-to-do-this

26/10/2026

A 100 year+ home is not just a piece of history. It is someone’s next chapter.

Almost one third of the country’s privately rented homes were built before 1919. That compares with 20% of owner occupied homes and just 6% of social housing. These national figures remind us how much our housing market still depends on homes built generations ago.

The bay windows, high ceilings and original fireplaces might capture a buyer’s attention. Yet the condition of the roof, heating, windows and ventilation deserves just as much consideration. Age alone does not tell you whether a home is comfortable, economical to run or well maintained. The care it has received matters enormously.

If you own an older home in Swale, keep records of repairs and improvements. They can help a future buyer understand what has been done and what might need attention. And if you are considering a move in Swale, look beyond the photographs. Character is easy to admire, yet understanding the upkeep helps you make a better decision.

22/10/2026

Nearly three in ten UK homes have just one person living in them. Why does that matter to you as a Swale home owner?

ONS figures show 8.6 million people lived alone in 2025, accounting for 29.5% of UK households. Almost half were aged 65 or over.

For homeowners thinking of selling, this is a reminder that your next buyer might be purchasing alone. A manageable garden, lower running costs, good security and proximity to shops could be just as persuasive as an extra bedroom. Your marketing should explain how your home suits someone’s life, alongside showing its rooms.

For landlords, the figures highlight why it pays to understand local demand from single occupants. Affordable running costs, practical layouts and convenient locations can matter particularly when one person pays all the bills. However, living alone does not automatically mean wanting a one-bedroom flat. Some people need space for visiting family, hobbies or working from home.

The lesson? Before selling or letting your Swale home, consider who your property could suit and what matters to them. Understanding the person behind the enquiry can help you present your home more effectively.

20/10/2026

LET AGREED
Stockbury, Nr Sittingbourne
£2,225pcm

Nestled in the charming village of Stockbury, this impressive detached oast house dating back to 1790 offers a perfect blend of space and comfort. Spanning an expansive 1,604 square feet, the property boasts three well-appointed reception rooms and large conservatory providing ample space for both relaxation and entertaining.

The residence features four generously sized bedrooms and a family bathroom in the main house. In addition, the property benefits from a large detached garage / home office with its own new shower room as well as ample space of additional parking.

The property reached by its own new private driveway and boasts a good sized enclosed mature garden, with gazebo and large patio for outdoor entertaining.

The surrounding area is known for its picturesque scenery and community spirit, with a popular local farm shop / butchery and community pub just a stones throw away, making it an ideal location for families and professionals alike.

For more information and the virtual tour please visit our website https://www.georgewebbfinn.com/property/property-detail?id=34912594

19/10/2026

Is Your Sittingbourne Home Hiding a Cost Buyers Cannot Afford to Ignore? Bedrooms, garden, kitchen, décor. All feature high on most buyers’ wish lists. Yet one less obvious detail could become increasingly important to what buyers will pay for your home.

Many Sittingbourne homeowners barely give it a second thought. Could you be overlooking it too? Whether you are selling soon or staying put, read this before a future buyer spots something you wish you had considered earlier…
https://www.georgewebbfinn.com/article/is-your-sittingbourne-home-hiding-a-cost-buyers-cannot-afford-to-ignore

12/10/2026

Can Faversham First Time Buyers still afford their first home?

The press and media seem to think the house buying dream is over, yet the affordability figures may surprise you. Click the link to see the current Faversham first time buyer affordability figures and their historic levels back to the late 1980s. Read the full article

https://swalepropertynews.com/2026/10/12/can-faversham-first-time-buyers-still-afford-their-first-home/

09/10/2026

September Regional Property Market Update: Softer Than 2025, But Not a Collapse

The latest September sales figures show a broadly similar story across most regions of the UK. Activity in 2026 is running a little behind 2025, but the gap is not enormous, and importantly, sales agreed remain comfortably ahead of where they were in 2023. Nationally, around 96k homes were sale agreed in September 2026, compared with 103k in September 2025 and 88k in September 2023.

Those percentage falls against last year can sometimes sound quite dramatic on a graphic. In reality, the difference nationally between September 2025 and September 2026 is around 7k sales across the whole UK. You can see in the graphic it is a matter of only a few hundred homes difference across the whole of our region.

So, this is not a market where buyers have disappeared. Homes are still selling in considerable numbers. What has changed is that buyers generally have more choice, which makes realistic pricing from the outset increasingly important. Buyers will still compete for the right home, but they are much less likely to chase a property that looks expensive compared with everything else available.

For homeowners in Swale, that makes good local advice particularly important. If you are thinking about selling, speak to us about what buyers are actually doing in Swale, what is selling, and where your home should be positioned to give you the best chance of a successful move.

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