As we hit the third week of December, the Bicester property market does slow down ready for the big day. It’s at this time of year, I like to work out the total value of every home in Bicester, and how that value has changed since 2010 (as that was the bottom of the market after the Credit Crunch).

Blackwater’s market has entered the year in a steady, confident rhythm. Homes are selling, buyers are engaged, and mortgages are moving but the pace is calm, not frantic. In today’s market, its timing, competition and realistic pricing that make the difference.

Stevenage starts 2026 on solid footing. Prices are stable, buyer demand is consistent, and the market is shaped more by good sense than urgency. If you're thinking of buying or selling this year, here’s a clear look at what’s happening locally.

In 2025, 23.2% of agreed property sales in Bicester did not complete, and this is more important than many homeowners think.