The UK property market is not one market. Prices, buyer demand and selling conditions can change dramatically between regions, towns and even neighbouring postcodes. Before making your next move, these are the numbers that actually matter.

August’s property market figures may look concerning at first glance, with asking prices recording their biggest August fall in eight years. But behind the headline, buyer demand is beginning to rise. So, what’s really happening — and what does it mean for homeowners in Amber Valley?

Asking prices have risen for the first time since May, but mortgage costs are squeezing buyers and sellers face the highest September competition in 12 years. The market has shifted again. Here is what homeowners considering a move need to know.

Mortgage rates remain above 5% on average, but the picture is more nuanced than the headline suggests. If you are buying, selling or simply wondering whether to wait, here is what the latest mortgage market actually means for your next move.