Rettie's private sector property research team provides thorough and bespoke analysis, based on reliable and up-to-date information, led by Dr John Boyle, who has over 15 years of experience as a property economist. Our researchers provide the very best market intelligence and work across a broad range of projects locally and nationally.
As any pedant will tell you, there was no Year Zero in the Western calendars. At the moment though, it does feel as if time is being reset. Pronouncements and commentaries on the property markets as recently as mid-March look hopelessly out-of date, and we are now viewing trends and patterns in a 'BC' and 'AC 'context, or Before and After Covid-19.
The Scottish New Build market is a crucial component of the wider housing market, contributing 10% to 13% of sales across Scotland and in excess of a third of sales in some council areas. Over the past few years, the New Build market has delivered increasing supply, with 2018 recording the highest level of new build sales in a decade.
2019 has been an exciting year for Glasgow, with a number of high-profile employment and development announcements being made regarding the City Centre. This economic confidence in Glasgow has been reflected in the city's housing market, with consistent price growth and sales activity characterising the recent market...