What Home Buyers Want in 2025 | Chester & North West Trends

As buyer preferences evolve, understanding what people want in a home can give you an edge when selling. If you’re thinking of putting your property on the market in Chester, North Wales or The Wirral, it’s worth knowing what’s trending.

1. Energy Efficiency and EPC Ratings

With energy bills still a concern, buyers are paying more attention than ever to a property’s energy performance. Double glazing, insulation, and solar panels are all big plus points.

2. Home Offices and Flexible Living

Remote and hybrid working are here to stay. Properties in Chester with a dedicated office space or a quiet garden building are attracting real attention. In more rural North Wales, fibre broadband availability is a major selling point.

3. Outdoor Space

Gardens, patios, or even a small balcony can be the tipping point for many buyers. We’re seeing this across the Wirral and Chester suburbs.

4. Open-Plan and Social Layouts

Buyers love light, open-plan living spaces. Where possible, knocking through can create value.

At SOLM Property, we work with local homeowners to enhance their homes' appeal based on current buyer expectations.