Since October last year, we’ve seen sales volumes hold up consistently. That’s the headline but what really matters now is how a property is priced, when it is launched and how it stacks up against the competition.

Autumn 2025 showed the strongest levels of activity since the spring, with transaction volumes rising and mortgage approvals holding steady into November. Nothing overheated just solid, steady progress.

Price indices tell a similar story: modest annual growth, small month-on-month changes. A flat but functional market.

The December 2025 base rate cut to 3.75% helped boost confidence and many fixed mortgage products have dipped just under 5%. That’s made a difference for some buyers especially those who paused in 2024 but we haven’t seen a full shift in momentum.

Buyers in Maidenhead remain cautious, comparison-driven and focused on value. They know what sold last month, they know what’s available this week and they’ll wait rather than stretch for something that doesn’t feel quite right.

Average sold prices across the town currently sit in the mid-to-high £500,000s but that varies depending on area and property type:

The average time from listing to sale agreed in Maidenhead is currently around 11 to 14 weeks but averages only tell part of the story.

Homes that launch with the right price from day one, based on recent sales on the same street or estate often agree sales within the first four to six weeks. Miss that initial wave and things tend to drag, especially where buyers have multiple similar options to compare.

Stock levels are expected to rise between February and May the traditional peak of the market. That doesn’t automatically mean higher prices. It often means more competition, especially if a few similar homes go live at once.

Positioning is key. The right price, at the right time, with the right marketing that’s the winning formula.

Maidenhead is a balanced market. Sellers who price accurately and launch well are still getting results. Buyers, meanwhile, have time to view, compare, and negotiate.

It is a market based on value, timing and trust, not pressure or hype.

If you’re thinking about making a move in 2026, it is worth starting with what is happening right now in your street, your neighbourhood and with homes like yours.

The big shifts of recent years have settled. Now, it’s all about the small margins and getting them right.

Market activity at the start of 2026 appears to be steady with buyers re-entering the market after the holidays and sellers weighing up their next move. Success in this kind of environment doesn’t come from waiting for the ‘perfect moment’ but more from smart timing, realistic expectations and a marketing plan that does more than just tick boxes. 

That’s where avocado property’s #BeatThePortals™ campaign comes in. Rather than relying solely on Rightmove or Zoopla to do the heavy lifting, we create a bespoke, pre-portal marketing strategy that builds real momentum before your home even hits the public sites. It’s designed to connect the dots between sellers and serious buyers faster, helping you get ahead of the rush, control your timeline better and move with confidence in a market that rewards preparation.