In both West Swindon and Purton, the property market has started the year with a steady hand. Homes are selling, buyers are active and transactions are moving but not in a rush. Right now, it’s not about hype. It’s about strategy getting your timing right, pricing with purpose, and understanding what else is competing with you.

The Maidenhead market is active and working, but it is no longer racing ahead. Homes are still selling, buyers are still searching and both are taking a more considered approach.

Bicester enters 2026 with stable pricing, consistent buyer interest and a market that continues to reward realism over risk. If you’re planning a move this year, here is what’s really happening on the ground.

The year has kicked off with a steady, grounded feel in Sandhurst. There’s activity, there’s movement but results aren’t falling into people’s laps. What’s working now is clarity on pricing, timing and on understanding your direct competition. It’s not about being first out of the gate; it’s about being best positioned when you do launch.