While the stock market’s had its fair share of turbulence this year, the property market – especially here in Hull and across East Yorkshire – has remained reassuringly steady. With ongoing demand for homes and recent cuts in interest rates, it’s clear why many are seeing bricks and mortar as a safer bet.

So far in 2025, we’ve seen strong signs that property remains a reliable long-term investment. Savills forecast a 4% increase in house prices this year, with a projected rise of 23.4% over the next five years. This follows a solid 2024, where Nationwide reported a 4.7% rise in values.

Compare that to the stock market: the Dow Jones is down by 5%, and the FTSE 100 has dropped 1.9%*. It’s easy to see why many investors – both local and overseas – are turning to property, particularly in sought-after areas like Hull, Beverley and the surrounding East Yorkshire villages.

One of the key factors behind price growth is the simple imbalance between how many people want to buy and how many homes are actually available. Despite government promises to speed up housebuilding, there’s still a significant shortage of new homes being delivered.

This limited supply, paired with steady demand from buyers across East Yorkshire, has kept the local housing market moving.

Knight Frank recently described the UK housing market as a “safe haven” for investors – and not just by design. Global uncertainty, from trade tensions to market volatility, has led many to look at UK property as a more secure place to invest. That confidence has filtered down to our local market, where we're continuing to see activity from buyers and landlords alike.

With the Bank of England cutting interest rates twice already this year and the base rate expected to dip to around 3.75% by the end of 2025, things are looking positive for both buyers and sellers.

Lenders have responded by launching more competitive mortgage products – some even dipping below 4%, depending on your deposit. There’s been a noticeable boost in mortgage availability, with April marking an eight-year high for product choice.

Lenders are also reviewing their affordability tests, making it a little easier for buyers (especially first-time buyers and second-steppers) to access the finance they need. This should help unlock more movement in the market as we head into summer.

The lettings market remains strong across Hull and East Yorkshire. With up to 12 people chasing each rental property on average, demand continues to outstrip supply. Zoopla expects UK rents to rise by 3–4% this year, making buy-to-let investments appealing to landlords looking for both steady income and long-term capital growth.

While some investors might be tempted by falling stock prices and risky speculation, many prefer something more stable. Property continues to offer long-term value – especially in a market like East Yorkshire where local demand is strong and homes are in short supply.

Whether you’re a landlord looking to grow your portfolio, or a homeowner thinking of upsizing, downsizing or relocating, we’re here to help.

At Beercocks, our team of local property experts are on hand to give advice, whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious about your home’s current value.

Drop us a message, call your local Beercocks branch or pop in for a chat.

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*Data covers April 2–29