First-time buyer age declines in UK

The average age of first-time buyers in the UK has decreased from 32 to 31 over the past year, according to TSB's analysis of third-quarter data. London remains the area with the highest average age, at 33, while Wales and Scotland have the lowest, at 30. Meanwhile, a survey by Censuswide reveals that 17% of first-time buyers aim to be mortgage-free before 40. 

The Independent (15/10/2025)   The Standard (15/10/2025)