The property market continues to show encouraging signs as we move into autumn, and Nantwich's James Du Pavey Estate Agents has just experienced one of its busiest Augusts ever.

Over the last month, James Du Pavey agreed 140 property sales, which is 27 per cent higher than the same period last year.

The average price of the homes it agreed sales on was also 5.6 per cent higher than during the same period in 2025.

For James Du Pavey, it is a very positive indication of what is happening on the ground across the areas it serves, including Eccleshall, Stone, Nantwich, Cheadle and the surrounding areas.

While buyers remain considered in their decision making, they are very much still active and prepared to commit when the right property comes to market at the right price.

A resilient national market

Over the last month, James Du Pavey agreed 140 property sales, which is 27 per cent higher than the same period last year (Photo: Nub News).

The wider UK market has also remained resilient through the summer.

UK house prices were 2.7 per cent higher year on year in May, while property transactions in June were 2.5 per cent higher than a year earlier. Gross mortgage lending was also up strongly, rising by 15.1 per cent year on year.

There are still some economic uncertainties, but the overall picture is one of a functioning market where buyers and sellers continue to move.

Cheshire East and the North West performing strongly

The North West continues to stand out as one of the stronger parts of the country.

Average property values across the region were 5.8 per cent higher than a year ago, significantly ahead of the national figure.

For James Du Pavey's Nantwich team in particular, the local statistics are especially encouraging. Cheshire East is ranked as the most active housing market in the North West, with 3.6 per cent of private housing stock turning over.

Homes across the North West are also finding buyers relatively quickly, with an average time to sell of 34 days, which is 4.3 per cent quicker than a year ago.

That broadly reflects what we are seeing around Nantwich, where well presented and correctly priced homes continue to attract strong levels of interest.

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More choice means getting the launch right matters

One important feature of the current market is the amount of property available.

The supply of homes for sale is close to a 12-year high for this time of year, meaning buyers have more choice than they have had for some time. The result is that properties need to compete harder for attention.

That does not mean homes are not selling. Our own August figures demonstrate quite the opposite.

It does mean that pricing, presentation and marketing strategy matter enormously.

The homes attracting the strongest interest are generally those that are positioned correctly from day one, presented at their best and marketed to the widest possible audience.

James Du Pavey's outlook for autumn

As we head into one of the traditionally important periods of the year for the property market, James Du Pavey are feeling positive.

Agreeing 140 sales in a single month, at a level 27 per cent ahead of last year, demonstrates there is significant buyer demand across our markets.

And with the average price of the properties we agreed sales on 5.6 per cent higher than the same period last year, there is also evidence that buyers are prepared to pay strong prices for the right homes.

For anyone considering moving in Nantwich, Stone, Cheadle or the surrounding areas, now is a very good time to understand both the value of your property and how best to position it in the autumn market.

Speak to your local James Du Pavey team for an up-to-date appraisal and advice on your next move.