According to Zoopla’s April 2025 House Price Index, Scotland's housing market continues to demonstrate resilience. Annual house price growth of 2.7% surpasses the UK average of 1.6%. This robust performance is underpinned by strong buyer demand and a more balanced supply of homes for sale, contributing to a healthy and active market. 

Affordability Improvements Support Market Activity

A significant factor bolstering the Scottish property market is the improvement in housing affordability. Lenders are beginning to relax mortgage affordability stress tests, potentially increasing buyers' borrowing capacity by 15–20%. This change is expected to support higher sales volumes, providing a boost to both buyers and sellers in the market.

Increased Listings Offer Greater Choice

The number of homes listed for sale has risen by 12% compared to the same period last year, offering buyers a wider selection and contributing to a more balanced market. This increase in supply, coupled with sustained demand, is helping to keep house price inflation in check while maintaining healthy transaction levels. 

Outlook for the Remainder of 2025

Zoopla forecasts that UK house price inflation will moderate to between 1% and 1.5% in the coming months. However, the number of sales is expected to increase by 5% over the year, indicating a resilient market supported by improved affordability and a balanced supply-demand dynamic. 

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