UK housing supply at highest level for a decade

June 26, 2026 by Brendan O'Neill

Property Market

The number of houses available to buy in the UK is higher now than it has been for at least a decade.

This is what data released by TwentyCi shows. Across the opening five months of 2026, a total of 794,000 homes were put up for sale. This marks a rise of 2.7% in comparison to the same period for 2025. It also represents the highest number of homes to be on the market during the past 10 years.

The increase in supply is a notable change for the property market. Mortgage advisors and their clients have become accustomed to demand outstripping supply. This has turned around completely though, as the data also shows a drop-off in buyer demand. However, it should be pointed out that this hit unusually high levels in the first half of last year, because of the changes to stamp duty.

Demand among buyers is still a bit higher than it was two years ago, and much higher than in 2023. According to the TwentyCi data, what is happening is that pressure to complete is easing due to greater supply.

The TwentyCi CEO is Colin Bradshaw. He was quoted by Financial Reporter:

“The most striking feature of today’s housing market is the level of choice available to buyers. Supply is at its highest point in a decade, creating a far healthier environment for purchasers than we have seen for many years.”

This makes it more likely that buyers will contact an advisor with the CeMAP qualification, so they can capitalise on potential affordability improvements.