London was the slowest location in the UK for property to sell 2025, with the capital accounting for 17% of all slow-to-sell homes according to analysis from Yopa.

The South East follows closely with 15% of total market stock that has been on the market for over a year, with the South West and North West also seeing a notable share of slow-to-sell homes - each accounting for 13% of the overall total. 

Verona Frankish, CEO of Yopa, said: “2025 was a more measured year for the housing market and for many sellers, particularly in higher priced regions, securing a buyer proved more challenging than they may have anticipated. 

“That said, the outlook for 2026 is already far more encouraging and we’re already seeing renewed momentum build as buyer confidence improves and lending conditions continue to ease.

“Of course, a pragmatic approach is still required on the side of sellers, particularly those in more inflated regions such as London and the South East and a realistic approach when setting their asking price is the first step in securing a buyer in 2026.”

The North East meanwhile recorded the lowest proportion of slow-to-sell homes, at just 4%, followed by the West Midlands, East Midlands, and Yorkshire and the Humber also proving more resilient, each accounting for 9% of slow-to-sell listings.