York Housing Market Resilience As We Enter the Autumn Market

As we move into the Autumn housing market of 2025, there is no doubt that the UK property sector continues to face challenges. Economic uncertainty, changes in mortgage costs and the ongoing debate around property tax in the run up to the budget in November are all influencing buyer and seller confidence across the country.

Here in York, however, the picture is far more positive. The city continues to show a resilience that sets it apart from many other areas as it has done on many previous occasions.

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The National Backdrop

Across the UK, affordability remains a key concern. The recent cut in interest rates has brought some relief, but households are still adjusting after a period of higher borrowing costs. This has left some buyers cautious, while sellers have had to adopt more realistic pricing strategies to secure a sale with the largest price drops seen by Rightmove in July.

Why York Stands Out

York continues to perform strongly thanks to a unique combination of factors:

• Heritage and lifestyle: As one of the most historic and attractive cities in the country, York consistently appeals to buyers looking for more than just bricks and mortar.
• Connectivity: With London under two hours away by rail and excellent links across the North, York offers accessibility combined with quality of life.
• Education and community: The city’s outstanding schools, two universities and a strong local economy make it particularly attractive to families and professionals.
• Variety of property: From characterful Georgian townhouses and Victorian terraces to modern developments, York offers something for every buyer.

What to Expect This Autumn

The Autumn market is traditionally one of the busiest times of the year and York is well placed to maintain steady activity. We expect:

• Continued demand for well presented family homes
• Strong competition for properties under £500,000, supported by improved mortgage affordability
• A measured but steady higher value market, with buyers remaining selective yet motivated by the quality of life York offers

Conclusion

While the national economy will continue to shape housing market sentiment, York’s unique qualities mean the city is better positioned than most to weather the headwinds.

For sellers, realistic pricing and careful presentation remain the keys to achieving the best result. For buyers, York represents long term value in a city where demand has remained consistently strong.

At Hudson Moody, with nearly 30 years of experience in York, we remain confident that the city will continue to thrive as we move through Autumn 2025.