News Archive for 2025

The 10 Year & 43 Week Hayes Itch That’s Driving Half of all Home Moves.

The 10 year & 43 week Hayes itch that’s driving half of all home moves Most homeowners feel it sooner than they expect, that gentle nudge that makes them wonder if their home still fits the life they’re living. Hayes' property market reveals fascinating patterns in how often people act on that feeling, and what that says about the area's rhythm of life. If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Is it time we moved?” click the link to see how your own timing compares

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Why 3,656 Hayes Homeowners Tried to Move Since Covid… Yet never did. Here is why.

3,656 Hayes homeowners have tried to move since Covid… yet never did. Most started full of hope, but months later their homes sat unsold, victims of one thing: overvaluing. If you want to move, price for the market, not your dreams. The data proves it every time. Read the article here

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Why do 1 in 13.2 Hayes Home Sellers End up Reducing Their Asking Price?

Many Hayes homeowners begin with high hopes, only to find themselves cutting their price a few weeks later. With almost double the number of homes now on the market compared to 2022, getting your price right from the start has never mattered more. If you are thinking of selling in 2026, this piece explains exactly why smart pricing makes all the difference in today’s Hayes property market.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Hayes First-Time Buyers: It’s Tough, But Not as Tough as You Think

Hayes first time buyers. The newspaper headlines say it has never been tougher to get on the housing ladder, yet the numbers tell a different story. Yes, it is tough, but not as tough as you think

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Buying a Home in Hayes Feels Risky. Waiting is even riskier.

Hayes Home Buyers: The True Cost of Waiting Buying a home in Hayes can feel risky, but waiting is often far more expensive. We’ve done the hard work and looked at the past five years, comparing the pounds lost through renting versus the equity gained by buying in Hayes. The results speak for themselves … waiting costs you more than you think.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Hayes’ Property Saleability Secret: The Numbers Every Hayes Homeowner Must See

Hayes Property Saleability Secret: Why Some Hayes Homes Sell and Others Don’t. In Hayes, some homes sell quickly while others never quite get going. It is rarely down to luck, but to decisions about pricing and how the property is presented. The outcome often comes down to strategy, not chance.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Hayes Property Market Is it a buyers’ or sellers’ market?

Whether you are buying, selling, or simply curious about where the Hayes property market is heading, click the link to find out what type of property market we are in and see what it means for you

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Extend or Move in Hayes in 2025? A step-by-step guide for Hayes homeowners

Hayes Homeowners - Should you extend or move? In the last 5 years the price of building materials and labour has climbed sharply, making extensions costlier than many Hayes homeowners realise. What once seemed the straightforward answer to more space now needs a fresh look, as moving can sometimes make more sense. A step-by-step guide with local costings and house price achieved per square foot has been put together to help Hayes families weigh up both options.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Why are so many Hayes homes bought during the pandemic returning to the market?

Many Hayes homeowners who bought just after the pandemic in 2020 and 2021 are already putting their properties back on the market. Why is this happening? Read the article to find out how many Hayes homeowners are moving and what it means for you if you are thinking of selling or buying in Hayes.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Why Hayes Homeowners Need to Pay Attention to This Pricing Gap

Thinking of selling your Hayes home? Read this first. Higher priced executive homes in Hayes have a lower chance of selling, than their less expensive starter and smaller family homes. Find out why this is and what Hayes homeowners can do about it.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Hayes's Semi-Detached Houses Rise by 584% in 30 Years

Did you know the humble Hayes semi-detached house has risen in price by 584% in the last 30 years? Find out how that compares to detached, terraced town houses and apartments in Hayes and what this means for your next move and how to use it to your advantage.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Generation Rent or Generation Patient? Why Hayes’ Under-34s Are Taking Longer to Buy a Home

In Hayes, fewer young adults are buying homes, but it’s not for lack of trying. It's not just down to house prices though. Real wages are higher than 20 years ago so they should be more affordable, yet the percentage of income spent on mortgage payments has jumped. There’s a storm brewing under the surface of the Hayes property market, but also a quiet £17.94 bn wave of equity in the over-50s that could change everything.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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The Great Hayes Bungalow: Why it's back in fashion (and why it never really went out)

The Hayes Bungalow: Why It’s Back in Fashion Bungalows in Hayes are no longer just the preserve of retirees in their 70’s. More and more buyers in their 50’s are waking up to the lifestyle benefits and the future proofing they offer. If you want to know why these single storey homes are quietly becoming the smart buy of the decade, read the full article.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Will There Be a Hayes House Price Crash in 2025?

Will there be a Hayes house price crash in 2025? Many predicted a fall, but Hayes property market has held firm. The numbers suggest not a collapse, but a calm return to normal. Hayes homeowner or buyer? Read the article to find out why

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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3,506 Hayes Homeowners Let Down: The Silent Scandal of Estate Agents Overvaluing

Since January 2020, 3,506 Hayes homes were listed for sale but never sold, with overpricing being the main culprit. Many Hayes homeowners were lured by inflated valuations, only to lose time, money and momentum. Read the article to find out why evidence backed valuation with no fluff or pressure.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Hayes Homeowners Pocket £11,557 a Year in Profit Since 2005

Hayes Homeowners Pocket £11,557 a Year in Profit Since 2005. That’s despite downturns, political chaos and a cost-of-living crisis. Whether you’ve owned for years or are just getting started, this stat should make every Hayes homeowner and landlord sit up and take notice.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Hayes Rental Property Market: 5 Year Overview & 2025 Landlord Outlook

Hayes landlords have seen remarkable changes over the past 5 years, with rising rents, a shift in the number of rental homes available and tenant expectations. Looking ahead, new regulations, higher costs, and evolving renter demands present fresh challenges, but also opportunities for those willing to adapt. Read the full article to explore the future of Hayes rental market

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Over 6 in 10 Hayes homes fail to sell

Over 6 in 10 Hayes Homes Fail to Sell. Of course, that figure can shift depending on how accurately the home is priced, how it is marketed and the current buyer demand in your specific price range. In the end, it is not about what price you list at, but what your house actually sells for. This will be of interest to all Hayes homeowners or buyers

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Hillingdon’s £103 Million a Year ‘Rentirement’ Time Bomb

£103 Million Every Year. That’s how much 50- to 64-year-olds in Hillingdon are spending on private rent as they head towards retirement with no home of their own. It’s a hidden crisis that could reshape our town’s future unless we act now

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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Hayes property market may 2025 update

Hayes Property Market – May 2025 Update Is it a buyers’ market or a sellers’ market?

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

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