As we close the chapter on 2025, Wokingham’s housing market has shown resilience and modest growth, even in the face of wider national uncertainty and economic headwinds. For homeowners, buyers and investors, the overall message as we head into 2026 is simple: stay calm and carry on. Let’s unpack why this makes sense and what the data tells us.

If you listened to the doom merchants, you would think first-time buyers (FTB) in Binfield had no chance at all. According to the loudest voices, buying a first home is impossible, the ladder has been pulled up, and the only people who buy their first homes today are lottery winners or those with wealthy parents.

Are You Googling Things Like: “Should I reduce my asking price?” “Why isn’t my house selling?” “How to sell my home faster without dropping the price?” If so, you’ll be one of many. But before you agree to a reduction, let’s look at what else might be holding things back.

You might be closer to the end… or further from freedom than you realised.