Property Market Shows Signs of Stability with 2% Price Growth

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New data from the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce shows the Scottish property market is rebalancing, with average selling prices rising 2% year-on-year to £292,287 across East Central Scotland in the period from December 2025 to February 2026.

Market Conditions

The measured price growth reflects a market responding to steadier conditions rather than slowing demand. Estate agents and property professionals report a stabilisation of the market after previous years of uncertainty, suggesting a sustainable path forward for Scottish property values.

Regional Variations

The East Central Scotland region, which encompasses Edinburgh and surrounding areas, continues to be a focal point of the Scottish property market. The 2% growth rate indicates confidence among both buyers and sellers in the fundamentals of the Scottish housing market.

Market Outlook

Analysts suggest this period of stability provides a foundation for measured growth. The Scottish property market remains attractive to investors and homebuyers alike, with Edinburgh maintaining its position as Scotland’s property market bellwether.

Property data from Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce