In the latest release from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the UK housing market has shown a modest improvement as the House Price Balance reached -14% in December 2025, up from -16% in the previous month of November. Published on January 15, 2026, the report highlights a slight easing in the decline of house prices.
Despite the ongoing challenges facing the housing market, such as high interest rates and economic uncertainty, this uptick provides a glimmer of hope for homeowners and prospective buyers alike. The RICS House Price Balance is a key indicator of the health of the housing market, and the recent data suggests a tentative stabilization as the UK enters the new year.
Analysts will be closely monitoring the market in the coming months for further indications of recovery, as policymakers and stakeholders continue to work towards creating conducive conditions for sustainable growth in the housing sector. The December figures may very well be a sign of the economy adjusting to the challenging conditions that have affected the property market throughout 2025.
