Nicholas & Co. Surveyors Expect Rise in Home Buyer Surveys Following Bank of England’s Interest Rate Cut to 4%
Published: 08/08/2025
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The Bank of England’s latest move to cut the base interest rate from 4.25% to 4%, its lowest level in two and a half years, has already started to ripple through the housing market. As borrowing becomes more affordable, Nicholas & Co. Surveyors anticipate a clear uptick in demand for home buyer surveys in the months ahead.
With tracker and variable-rate mortgage holders set to benefit immediately from reduced monthly repayments, and new fixed-rate deals becoming increasingly competitive, the cut is expected to encourage more buyers to re-enter the market or move forward with plans that had been on hold.
Lower mortgage rates mean greater affordability and improved confidence. For surveyors, this typically translates into more instructions for home buyer reports, as purchasers seek to protect their investments and ensure they’re making informed decisions in a shifting market.
Nicholas Zorpides, Founder of Nicholas & Co. Surveyors commented, “This rate cut is likely to trigger more movement in the property market. As borrowing costs come down, we expect more buyers to press ahead with purchases, and with that comes a natural increase in demand for home buyer surveys.”
With interest rates now on a clear downward trajectory, buyers are acting with greater urgency. Nicholas & Co. Surveyors continue to provide thorough, independent advice to clients across London and the South East, helping ensure property purchases are made with clarity and confidence as the market responds to the Bank of England’s latest decision.
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