What is the ‘Boxing Day Boom’?

For years, agents and the property industry have revelled in the ‘Boxing Day Boom’. The phenomenon of more people searching for homes on Boxing Day than any other particular holiday within the year. But what is it and how can it benefit you?

Around the festive season, dining rooms are put to the test with family and friends gathering for a feast, as well as kitchens and living rooms gaining a lot of attention, but one thing many people struggle with is space.

Last year, UK property site Rightmove claimed that the number of people putting their home up for sale jumped 46% on Boxing Day, requests for property valuations rose 20% in the week after Christmas, and the biggest jump… Rightmove had a whopping 70% increase in searches for homes reported on their traffic.

So, how can the Boxing Day boom help you?

Well, if trends follow that of the previous years, Boxing Day will see an influx of homes joining the market, and a higher percentage of sellers browsing the top UK property sites like Rightmove, Zoopla, Prime Location and On the Market.

If you’re looking to sell, it’s best to get ahead of the curve now and talk to an estate agent. They will help you get prepared before the ‘boxing day boom’ hits, meaning you can have your professional photos, floor plans and all your information ready on your listing for the influx of potential new movers, making it more attractive and getting you into the best position for the new year.

If you’re looking to buy, now is the time to  get registered with an agent. Registering early can help you get in a better position for when your ideal home does come along, and you will get a better idea of what is currently out there in the market!

For now, we will just wait to see the outcome of the ‘Boxing Day Boom’. So, make sure you’re ready and registered before it hits!