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- LEVEN MEDIA GROUP LTD
- Jul 3
- 2 min read
Words by Simon Poole
As an estate agent of over 16 years and counting, it’s fair to say I have experienced the highs and lows of the housing market. And the current climate is no different as the Cornwall housing story enters a new chapter, one shaped by taxation, regulation, community pushback and the slow grind of supply-side change. We are beginning to glimpse a market reset, yet systemic challenges remain. For long-term resilience, Cornwall must diversify supply, safeguard homes for year round residents and balance its tourism driven appeal with rooted community needs and infrastructure.
Cornwall’s housing market is undergoing a subtle but significant shift: properties are returning to the market in increasing numbers, yet buyer interest has softened – especially in the mid-range and second-home segments. This imbalance is beginning to reshape the tone of what was, for years, a hyper-competitive seller’s market. With more homes available and buyers taking their time to assess value, properties that are overpriced are often overlooked, sitting on the market while competitively priced homes attract immediate interest. The days of inflated asking prices driven by pandemic-era urgency are behind us. Now, sellers who work closely with knowledgeable local agents to set accurate, market-reflective prices are not only achieving faster sales but often secure stronger offers through genuine competition.
With this in mind, it has become more imperative that we focus on client satisfaction backed by an intimate understanding of the region’s unique market dynamics. Leveraging long-standing reputations, built on performance and personal service, helps agents to remain at the forefront of Cornwall’s resilient housing market. Catering to a broad spectrum of clients – from first-time buyers, retirees and relocators to investors and second-home seekers – I believe that demonstrating local expertise, combined with bespoke service, is key to achieving standout results in a competitive and challenging market.
In a dynamic and ever-evolving property landscape, few names carry the trust and local gravitas of North Cornwall agency Jackie Stanley Ltd. The agency’s prime-positioned quayside office in Padstow provides outstanding visibility and customer service delivery. This location, arguably one of the most prominent in Cornwall, acts as a powerful magnet for prospective buyers. Simon Poole is Manager at Jackie Stanley Ltd.
