Mannleys Market Watch – January 2026

Mannleys Market Watch – January 2026

Welcome to this month’s property market update from Mannleys Sales & Lettings. Here’s a roundup of where things stand right now — and what to keep an eye on in the coming months.

Q1 Sales Update – With Phil Spencer


As we move through the first quarter of the year, the property market across Shropshire, Telford and Wellington has started with real momentum. Buyer confidence is growing, more homeowners are coming forward for valuations, and fresh property is steadily being brought to market – all positive signs for the months ahead.

To place our local activity into a wider context, we’re pleased to introduce our Q1 Sales Update with insight from one of the UK’s most trusted property experts, Phil Spencer. In the video below, Phil shares his perspective on the market across Telford, Wellington and the wider West Midlands, highlighting the trends shaping buyer demand and seller behaviour at the start of the year.



Q1 Lettings Update – With Phil Spencer


As we move through the first quarter of the year, the local lettings market across Shropshire, Telford and Wellington has started strongly. Demand from tenants remains high, good quality rental homes are letting quickly, and landlords are continuing to navigate an evolving regulatory landscape with a greater focus on compliance, property standards and tenant wellbeing.

To place what we’re seeing locally into a wider context, we’re pleased to introduce our Q1 Lettings Update with insight from one of the UK’s most trusted property experts, Phil Spencer. In the video below, Phil shares his perspective on the rental market across Telford, Wellington and the wider West Midlands, highlighting the key trends influencing landlords and tenants at the start of the year.




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Welcome to this month’s property market update from Mannleys Sales & Lettings. Here’s a roundup of where things stand right now — and what to keep an eye on in the coming months.

Rental growth has eased, but tenants are still searching carefully and landlords need to stay on top of pricing, compliance and property standards as the summer moving season continues.

More homes are competing for buyer attention, so sellers need more than a hopeful asking price. A smart launch, realistic valuation and strong presentation can help attract serious interest.