Young people have been locked out of homeownership. Deposits are impossible to save. Mortgage rules are too strict. And ‘Generation Rent’ is now permanent. According to the narrative by the newspapers, younger generation homeownership has collapsed.

There is a growing shift taking place in the Bicester property market, and it is not one that can be ignored. While much of the national conversation focuses on house prices and interest rates, a quieter yet more revealing metric is beginning to stand out, how long properties are taking to sell.

There is a growing shift taking place in the Ruislip property market, and it is not one that can be ignored. While much of the national conversation focuses on house prices and interest rates, a quieter yet more revealing metric is beginning to stand out, how long properties are taking to sell.

Helping you move with clarity, care and confidence in Urmston, Flixton & Davyhulme. I’m Tom Gilbert, your local Avocado estate agent, offering honest advice, strong local knowledge and hands-on support from valuation through to completion—so your move feels smoother, simpler and properly looked after.