Boxing Day is often considered one of the busiest days for property platforms, especially in the UK, for a few reasons…

1. People have time to browse: Many people have time off work during the Christmas period, so they might spend part of their holiday browsing for properties online.
2. High search activity: According to reports from property websites like Rightmove, there’s often a surge in traffic as potential buyers begin to plan for the new year. Many people take this time to explore options, which can lead to increased activity on property platforms.
3. Post-Christmas momentum: After the holiday festivities, people may start to focus on personal and family goals for the year ahead, which can include moving or purchasing a home.

Having your house on the market on Boxing Day can be a strategic move, particularly because of the increased online activity during this time. Here are a few reasons why it might be beneficial:

1. Increased Online Traffic

Boxing Day is one of the busiest days for property websites, as many people take advantage of the holiday time to browse homes. Families often start thinking about the future, whether it’s moving into a new home or relocating after the holiday season. By listing your home on this day, you ensure it gets attention when potential buyers are actively looking.

2. Early Preparation for the Spring Market

While the property market can be quieter around the holidays, listing on Boxing Day gives your home a head start. Buyers who begin looking over the Christmas period may be more serious about purchasing once the new year begins. If you list early, your property might get noticed before other sellers flood the market in the spring, when competition is higher.

3. Catch Motivated Buyers

Some buyers who are ready to move quickly, such as those who need to relocate for work, might take advantage of the slower holiday season to make decisions without the typical rush of other buyers. This can be ideal for sellers looking for a quicker sale.

4. Time to Make Your Property Stand Out

Listing on Boxing Day allows you to have your property visible to buyers while they are still in “search mode.” With fewer listings potentially going up at this time, your home could stand out more. Additionally, when people view your listing, they’ll often be comparing it to fewer properties than if they waited until the spring market.

5. Taking Advantage of the New Year Momentum

As people turn their focus to the new year, they may be more inclined to make long-term decisions about moving and buying. By being on the market early, you position yourself to be part of this momentum, particularly as many people set goals to move homes in the new year.

6. Less Competition

Since many sellers wait until after the holidays or early spring to list their homes, having your property on the market over Boxing Day could put you in a less crowded space. This can give your home more visibility during a time when the market isn’t as saturated with listings.

7. Stamp Duty Changes

Prospective buyers are keen to have transactions underway before the changes in Stamp Duty come into effect on 1^st April 2025.

In conclusion, listing your home on Boxing Day could capitalise on the high online traffic, get your property noticed before the market gets crowded, and attract motivated buyers. However, it’s essential to keep in mind that actual physical viewings might be limited during the holiday season.

So why not arrange a valuation today with a member of our team, and start your home moving journey today by calling 01843 272200.