RICS Residential Market Survey
Monthly UK residential property market survey by RICS tracking price expectations, sales volumes, and lettings activity from chartered surveyors.
Data overview
Description, fields, and how we track updates on the provider’s site.
Description
The RICS Residential Market Survey is a monthly publication by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) that monitors the UK residential property market. It plays a crucial role in providing timely and expert insights into market trends and conditions from the perspective of chartered surveyors.
The survey covers key datasets such as price expectations, sales volumes, and lettings activity across the UK residential market. Data quality is ensured through RICS' network of qualified professionals, offering reliable and up-to-date market intelligence.
This data is used by property developers, real estate agents, financial institutions, and government bodies to understand market dynamics, forecast trends, and support investment and policy decisions. It is also valuable for academic research and market analysis.
Access to the survey data is typically via RICS' website, with reports available in PDF format. While some summary data is publicly accessible, detailed datasets may require a commercial subscription. Integration options are limited to downloadable reports rather than direct API access.
Data types
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Key data fields
- Price ExpectationsForecasts of residential property price movements, indicating market sentiment and future trends.
- Sales VolumesData on the number of property transactions, reflecting market activity levels.
- Lettings ActivityInformation on rental market demand and supply, useful for landlords and letting agents.
- Net Balance FiguresCalculated indicators showing the difference between positive and negative responses, summarising market sentiment.
Update frequency
Updated monthly with new survey results.
Update history
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How to get access
1. Visit the RICS Residential Market Survey page
Go to https://www.rics.org/research/rics-residential-market-survey to find the latest reports and data.
2. Review available reports
Browse monthly survey reports available as PDFs for free or summary data.
3. Register or subscribe if needed
For detailed datasets or historical data, sign up for a commercial subscription through RICS.
4. Download reports or data
Access and download the required reports or data files for analysis.
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