The Property Podcast Reviewing our 2025 predictions - how did we do?
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Dec 11, 2025 Join Rob and Rob as they take a deep dive into their property predictions from the start of the year. They analyze house price trends and the surprising performance of the top UK cities. London’s market dynamics are unpacked, revealing its mid-table standing. Gain insights into rental inflation and interest rate movements affecting investments. Plus, they explore the surprising resilience of the FTSE 100 and Bitcoin's rollercoaster journey. With a sprinkle of football predictions, this review is packed with fascinating insights!
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House Price Forecasts Missed By Many
- Nationwide house prices rose about 1.8% over the year, below many forecasters' ranges.
- Rob Dix's 2–3% forecast was very close while Rob Bence's 4–5% overshot significantly.
Cities Predictions Remain Reliable
- The hosts accurately predicted strong city performers like Manchester, Sheffield and Newcastle.
- Their city-prediction track record remains a reliable part of their analysis toolkit.
London Showed Early Signs, Not Full Recovery
- They expected London to finish in the top half but it only moved to sixth-from-bottom in HomeTrack's 20.
- The hosts conclude they spotted early recovery signs but likely judged the timing too optimistic.