UK house prices fall as Iran war uncertainty dampens demand

"The recent slowdown in the housing market reflects the wide uncertainty regarding the conflict in the Middle East."

— Amanda Bryden , Executive

"The longer the ceasefire holds and markets calm, the more the mortgage market will stabilise, and rates could even begin to edge lower."

— Adam French , Executive

"House prices were likely to be 'choppy' from one month to the next, but 'the bigger picture is still one of modest stability'."

— Nicky Stevenson , Executive

"The outlook for inflation was 'possibly not as high' as it had been."

— Rachel Winter , Executive