Within Letchworth, one estate is climbing strongly, one has barely moved, and the gap is not really about location.

Letchworth’s housing market remains lively in July, with prices rising across The Grange, Phoenix Park & Jubilee, and Jackmans, and more homes available for buyers to choose from.

Rents are still rising, but legislation and affordability have changed the decisions landlords need to make. Here are the checks worth carrying out now.

Welwyn Garden City is not one market this year. Across its five neighbourhoods, growth is not following the price ladder, and the strongest gains are not in the most expensive streets.