Leaseholders across England and Wales have reason to celebrate as ground rents are capped from 2028, bringing greater fairness, clarity and confidence to the flat and apartment market.

Braving relentless rain, the Year 6 pupils of Plumberow School in Hockley sold cakes with unstoppable energy, raising funds for their leavers’ event on our popular community stall last Saturday morning.

Rental demand remains resilient in early 2026, but growth has moderated. For landlords, spring is less about reacting and more about refining strategy.

Recent market data from the Rightmove property portal has revealed February as the strongest month of the year to list a property, outperforming even the traditional spring peak. Here’s what that means for homeowners and why now could be an ideal time to sell.