When is the Best Time to Sell Your House in Wigan?
If you’ve been thinking about selling your home in Wigan, Standish, Shevington or the surrounding areas, you’ve probably wondered about the perfect time to put it on the market. Here at Alan Batt Sales & Lettings, we’re often asked this question, and the good news is that recent market research reveals a clear answer: the […]
How to Spot Conditional Selling When Buying a Home
Buying your first home is exciting, but it’s important to know your rights. One practice you should be aware of is conditional selling – when an estate agent makes it seem like you can only buy a property if you use their in-house services. Here at Alan Batt Estate Agents, we believe in transparency and […]
Selling a House in Wigan – Prices, Strategy and Local Advice That Works
Introduction If you are thinking about selling your home in Wigan, or if you have already tried and found the process frustrating, 2025 has provided some clear lessons. At Alan Batt Estate Agents, we have worked closely with sellers across the borough throughout the year, from first-time movers to upsizers and downsizers, and the message […]
Why Wigan Is One of the UK’s Strongest Property Markets Heading into 2026
The UK property market is far from one-size-fits-all, and new housing market analysis highlights just how strongly Wigan is performing compared to much of the country. While parts of Southern England and London continue to face affordability pressures, slower sales, and price reductions, Wigan has emerged as one of the most promising housing markets in […]
Buying Property in Wigan – Prices, Best Areas and What to Expect in 2026
For anyone considering buying a home in Wigan, 2026 continues to show why the borough attracts first-time buyers, families, commuters, and investors alike. At Alan Batt Estate Agents, we speak to buyers every day who are choosing Wigan over other parts of Greater Manchester because it offers something increasingly rare: good value, strong transport links, […]
Wigan Property Market Update 2025 – What It Means for Buyers and Sellers
As 2026 gets underway, it’s a good time to reflect on the Wigan property market over the past year and consider what the trends mean for buyers and sellers moving forward. In 2025, Wigan continued to offer a wide range of opportunities—from family homes in Standish and Winstanley, to period terraces in Swinley and affordable […]
Where Do Homes Sell Fastest in the UK? Wigan Makes the Top 20
The property market in 2025 shows interesting regional variations in how quickly homes are selling. While the market has slowed compared to recent years, certain areas are still seeing rapid sales and Wigan is among them. The Current State of the Market Properties across the UK are currently taking an average of 37 days to […]
UK Property Market Update: What 2025 Delivered and What’s Ahead for 2026
Welcome to the first property market update of 2026. After a year of economic uncertainty, budget speculation, and fluctuating interest rates, the UK housing market has proven remarkably resilient. Here’s what happened in 2025 and what we can expect in the months ahead. A Year of Two Halves 2025 was characterised by contrasting market conditions. […]
Base Rate Drops Below 4% as Bank Signals Caution Ahead
The Bank of England has cut the Base Rate to 3.75%, crossing below the psychologically significant 4% threshold for the first time since early 2023. It marks the fourth cut this year and brings borrowing costs to their lowest level in nearly three years, a significant retreat from the 5.25% peak reached in August 2023. […]
Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates to 3.75%: What It Means for Wigan Homebuyers
The Bank of England has announced a welcome cut to interest rates today, bringing the base rate down from 4% to 3.75% – its lowest level in nearly three years. This pre-Christmas announcement from the Monetary Policy Committee provides some much-needed relief for borrowers and positive news for anyone looking to buy or sell property […]