North West and Merseyside Property Market Update Sep 2026

Welcome to our latest Merseyside property market update and regional North West property market update from Curlett Jones, the estate agent Liverpool homeowners rely on. As we enter September, the local property market is entering an exciting period. Following the summer school holidays, buyer activity traditionally increases as more people begin focusing on their next move, with many hoping to complete before Christmas.

House Prices Continue to Grow

According to Nationwide, UK house prices increased by 0.2% in August, taking annual house price growth to 1.6%.

While growth remains measured, the continued increase demonstrates that the market remains active and that demand for property continues.

The North West has also been among the regions recording some of the strongest house price growth, highlighting the continued appeal of the region to buyers.

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Buyers Are Actively Searching

One of the most encouraging signs for sellers is the level of buyer interest currently being seen online.

Zoopla reported that buyer searches were 7% higher in August than a year earlier, representing the strongest annual increase in searches for 12 months.

Searches increased across every region and country of the UK, demonstrating that buyers are actively exploring their options.

For vendors, this creates a fantastic opportunity to put your property in front of a growing pool of potential buyers.

The September Bounce

September is traditionally one of the busiest periods of the year for the property market.

As families return from the summer holidays and normal routines resume, more buyers begin actively looking for their next home. Many will also be working towards a pre-Christmas move, giving the autumn market additional momentum.

This seasonal increase in activity is often referred to as the “September Bounce”.

For vendors considering selling a house in Merseyside, this makes September an best time to sell a house or launch your property and take advantage of renewed buyer interest.

Why Your Property Marketing Matters

With more buyers searching, making your property stand out is essential.

Your home’s first impression is often made online, long before a buyer walks through the front door.

Professional photography, engaging property descriptions, videography, social media exposure and prominent portal marketing can all help maximise your property’s visibility.

The goal is simple:

Get more eyes on your property and turn that interest into viewings and offers

A well-presented property, correctly priced and professionally marketed, can make the most of the increased activity September brings.

A Positive Autumn Ahead

As highlighted in our latest Merseyside property market update and wider North West property market update, the combination of rising house prices, increased buyer searches, and the traditional September increase in activity provides an encouraging outlook for vendors.

There are buyers actively searching, and many are motivated to find their next home before the end of the year.

For sellers, the opportunity is to make sure your property is priced correctly, presented beautifully, and marketed to as many potential buyers as possible.

At Curlett Jones Estates, our aim is to showcase every property in its best possible light, combining professional photography, videography, compelling property descriptions, and extensive online marketing to maximise exposure.