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Latest market signals

Independently observed changes in the Northern Ireland property market.

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Positive signalMedium confidence+BT34

This signal is based on 13 tracked properties tracked over Last 30 days vs previous 30 days. The sample is sufficient to identify a directional signal, but smaller than the threshold for high confidence. The direction is likely to be correct; the magnitude should be treated as indicative rather than precise.

More homes going sale agreed in the BT34 area

The number of sale agreed outcomes tracked in the BT34 area was higher than the previous period.

Sale agreed count:101330% more

Nov 2026 · BT34

Why this matters ↓

More homes going sale agreed in the BT34 area points to an active market. Well-priced homes are likely attracting genuine interest, so staying engaged with new listings and having your finances in order matters. Properties may not remain available for long once they attract an offer.

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Sale agreed count
13 (was 10)
Difference
30% more
Listings analysed
13 listings
Period
Last 30 days vs previous 30 days
Source
ClearKey property tracking — BT34

Based on sale agreed and likely sold outcomes tracked by ClearKey. Does not represent the total market.

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WatchMedium confidence+BT9

This signal is based on 14 tracked properties tracked over Last 30 days vs previous 30 days. The sample is sufficient to identify a directional signal, but smaller than the threshold for high confidence. The direction is likely to be correct; the magnitude should be treated as indicative rather than precise.

Fewer sale agreed outcomes in the BT9 area

The number of sale agreed outcomes tracked in the BT9 area was lower than the previous period.

Sale agreed count:201430% fewer

Nov 2026 · BT9

Why this matters ↓

Fewer sale agreed outcomes in the BT9 area may indicate softer demand or a gap between asking prices and where buyers are willing to transact. You may have more time to consider properties carefully. Check whether price reductions are also rising in the area — that context matters when forming an offer.

Why we're showing this ↓
Sale agreed count
14 (was 20)
Difference
30% fewer
Listings analysed
14 listings
Period
Last 30 days vs previous 30 days
Source
ClearKey property tracking — BT9

Based on sale agreed and likely sold outcomes tracked by ClearKey. Does not represent the total market.

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WatchMedium confidence+BT36

This signal is based on 14 tracked properties tracked over Last 30 days vs previous 30 days. The sample is sufficient to identify a directional signal, but smaller than the threshold for high confidence. The direction is likely to be correct; the magnitude should be treated as indicative rather than precise.

Fewer sale agreed outcomes in the BT36 area

The number of sale agreed outcomes tracked in the BT36 area was lower than the previous period.

Sale agreed count:211433% fewer

Nov 2026 · BT36

Why this matters ↓

Fewer sale agreed outcomes in the BT36 area may indicate softer demand or a gap between asking prices and where buyers are willing to transact. You may have more time to consider properties carefully. Check whether price reductions are also rising in the area — that context matters when forming an offer.

Why we're showing this ↓
Sale agreed count
14 (was 21)
Difference
33% fewer
Listings analysed
14 listings
Period
Last 30 days vs previous 30 days
Source
ClearKey property tracking — BT36

Based on sale agreed and likely sold outcomes tracked by ClearKey. Does not represent the total market.

BT36 area →
Positive signalMedium confidence+BT28

This signal is based on 18 tracked properties tracked over Last 30 days vs previous 30 days. The sample is sufficient to identify a directional signal, but smaller than the threshold for high confidence. The direction is likely to be correct; the magnitude should be treated as indicative rather than precise.

Properties selling faster in the BT28 area

Homes in the BT28 area moved to sale agreed more quickly than in the previous period.

Median days to sale:38 days23 days39% faster

Nov 2026 · BT28

Why this matters ↓

Homes in the BT28 area are moving to sale agreed more quickly, so preparation matters. Having mortgage approval in principle and a solicitor instructed before you offer puts you in a stronger position. In a faster market, delays in making a decision can mean losing a home to another buyer.

Why we're showing this ↓
Median days to sale
23 days (was 38 days)
Difference
39% faster
Listings analysed
18 listings
Period
Last 30 days vs previous 30 days
Source
ClearKey property tracking — BT28

Based on sale agreed outcomes for properties tracked by ClearKey in this area only. Includes sale agreed and likely sold status only.

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Positive signalMedium confidence+BT20

This signal is based on 14 tracked properties tracked over Last 30 days vs previous 30 days. The sample is sufficient to identify a directional signal, but smaller than the threshold for high confidence. The direction is likely to be correct; the magnitude should be treated as indicative rather than precise.

More homes going sale agreed in the BT20 area

The number of sale agreed outcomes tracked in the BT20 area was higher than the previous period.

Sale agreed count:101440% more

Nov 2026 · BT20

Why this matters ↓

More homes going sale agreed in the BT20 area points to an active market. Well-priced homes are likely attracting genuine interest, so staying engaged with new listings and having your finances in order matters. Properties may not remain available for long once they attract an offer.

Why we're showing this ↓
Sale agreed count
14 (was 10)
Difference
40% more
Listings analysed
14 listings
Period
Last 30 days vs previous 30 days
Source
ClearKey property tracking — BT20

Based on sale agreed and likely sold outcomes tracked by ClearKey. Does not represent the total market.

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Which Estate Agents Sell Homes Fastest in Northern Ireland? (Q2 2026)

A data-led ranking of Northern Ireland estate agents by average days from listing to sale agreed — Q2 2026. Based on ClearKey's verified property listings.

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Is Ballymena a Good Place to Buy Right Now?

155 active listings in Ballymena. 0% of sellers have reduced their prices. Homes are typically marketed around £230,000. Properties are spending around around six weeks on the market. What the data tells buyers considering Ballymena.

Ballymena · BT42

Area Guide23 July 2026

Is Ballyclare a Good Place to Buy Right Now?

60 active listings in Ballyclare. 2% of sellers have reduced their prices. Homes are typically marketed around £249,950. Properties are spending around around three months on the market. What the data tells buyers considering Ballyclare.

Ballyclare · BT39

Area Guide23 July 2026

Is Dundonald a Good Place to Buy Right Now?

61 active listings in Dundonald. 5% of sellers have reduced their prices. Homes are typically marketed around £275,000. Properties are spending around over three months on the market. What the data tells buyers considering Dundonald.

Dundonald · BT16

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Area Guides

Local market context for postcode districts — buyer activity, supply levels and price trends.

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Quarterly analysis of prices, days to sale and market conditions across Northern Ireland.

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Plain-English guidance on the buying process in Northern Ireland — independent of any agent or lender.

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Independent

ClearKey has no commercial relationship with any estate agent, developer or lender. Our analysis is not influenced by advertising or referral agreements.

Evidence-led

Everything we publish is derived from observable market activity — sold comparables, listing outcomes and publicly available data. We are transparent about what we can and cannot measure.

Buyer-first

We write for buyers, not vendors or agents. Our goal is to help you understand what is actually happening in the market, not to generate leads.

Northern Ireland specific

We focus exclusively on the Northern Ireland property market. National UK averages rarely reflect local conditions here — we do not pretend otherwise.

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