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Newly released Census href=”tel:01476591711″>01476 591711. Methodology The data presented in this article has been taken from the Office for National Statistics. All figures used in this study are as up...

Across the UK, there are roughly 175,000 drug offences per year, with 10.8% of crimes across the country being drug-related in some way. Because of this, there are a number...

Within the UK, there are a number of criminal offences that aim to prevent the supply and misuse of drugs. Across the world, these substances have been known to damage...

Being charged with conspiracy to commit a drugs offence is incredibly serious, with the potential charges being suitably harsh. It is, therefore, important to understand what distinguishes an offence as...

Hundreds of thousands of homes across England stand empty despite growing numbers of homelessness across the country. To examine the percentage of unoccupied homes in England, we have used data...

The 2021 Census results have now been revealed. At Bird & Co we’ve analysed the first set of data released to find out where the 65+ age group are living...

Cornwall is the most up-and-coming place to live, new census data reveals. The 2021 census results are in. We’ve done a deep dive into the first set of data released...

Once an offer is made and accepted on a property, you may think the price agreed is a done deal. However, there remains room for manoeuvre on both sides of...

Before beginning the moving process, many people are keen to learn how long it takes to move house in the UK. The answer will vary slightly according to the circumstances....

Homeowners have huge sums of money tied up in their houses, and it is possible to release a portion of this equity by accessing a loan that is secured against...

After decades of campaigning for a ‘no fault divorce’, the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill finally gained Royal Assent in June 2020. The changes are the biggest shake-up of divorce...

Bird and Co explore the recent ONS statistics, breaking down the percentage of home ownership in each region in England. Who’s on top? The UK housing market is currently under...

The Bird and Co team explore their 2021 client statistics to assess home buyer habits during this year of transition. In 2020, we took our first deep dive into our...

2021 has truly been a spectacular year for the property market, having been the busiest year since 2007. Despite the Bank of England warning that property prices had the potential...

The number of homes in England and Wales owned by foreign buyers has almost tripled since 2010, with close to 250,000 residential properties being registered to individuals based overseas –...

Japanese knotweed cases have increased by 28% in the last five years, according to a study by Horticulture.co.uk, analysing data from 49 environmental organisations. South Yorkshire has seen the biggest...

Making a great first impression is essential when selling your home. A recent survey by Purplebricks revealed that when searching for a new home online, homebuyers spend an average of...

Reverend Mike Hall was recently shocked to be alerted by neighbours that someone was living in his Luton house. He returned home straight away to discover the locks changed, his...

Find out if your ideal location is in the top 10 most flocked to UK counties… With the housing market making a resurgence after a tumultuous 2020, the UK has...

If your home is no longer working for you, you need to decide whether it’s time to sell up or whether some extra investment in your current home might do...

In the past year 251,000 Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) were lodged for new build homes – an increase of 16%. These new figures, released by the Ministry of Housing, Communities...

The first Stamp Duty holiday deadline on 30 June 2021 has been and gone. Any conveyancing transactions must have completed by 30 June to receive a full tax break on...

The effects of climate change are becoming a significant concern for eco-conscious consumers. Many people have recycled for years, they switch off lights when they leave rooms and reduce the...

The government has announced a new scheme called the First Homes Initiative which could give first time buyers in England discounts of at least 30% and up to 50% on...

The short answer to that is no. While it used to be normal to use a local solicitor for your conveyancing, it’s now increasingly common to carry out the process...

It has been a difficult year for buy-to-let investors and renters alike. The Covid-19 pandemic meant that many people lost their jobs or were put on furlough leave, and as...

Selling your home can be a daunting prospect. You will no doubt be aware of the various steps you need to take to ensure your transaction runs smoothly and without...

Over 800 suspected criminals have been arrested worldwide following a global crime sting using the FBI-encrypted messaging app, ANOM. A joint investigation by Australia and the FBI saw devices with...

With so many people forced to stay at home over the past year, it is understandable that home buyers are considering making major changes to their living circumstances. Flats and...

Everyone is looking forward to 21 June when (if all goes well) most, if not all, coronavirus restrictions will be lifted, as per the government’s roadmap out of lockdown. But...