Rightmove’s Most Searched Locations in 2025
- Rightmove reveals some of the trends which defined the 2025 property market, from the most viewed homes to the most searched for locations
- UK’s top property hotspots: London, Manchester, and Glasgow are the most searched for locations in 2025
- Capital crowns: Wimbledon, Fulham, and Chiswick are the most searched-for London spots for buyers, while Canary Wharf, Clapham, and Fulham led the way for renters
- Coastal living: Bournemouth, Eastbourne and Worthing top the list as the most searched for coastal areas
- Dreaming of the sun: Spain, France, and Dubai top the list of most-searched-for overseas destinations
- Buyers have prioritised a garage for 2025, while renters are looking for a pet-friendly home
New data from Rightmove, the UK’s largest property platform, reveals the trends which captured the nation’s attention in 2025.
Where have people been looking?
London, Manchester, and Glasgow led the way as the most-searched-for locations in the UK, with Bristol and Edinburgh rounding out the top five.
When it comes to the capital, Wimbledon, Fulham, and Chiswick are the most-searched London locations for buyers in 2025. For renters, Canary Wharf, Clapham, and Fulham led the way.
For those looking for a sea view, Bournemouth, Eastbourne, and Worthing topped the list as the most searched for coastal areas in 2025.
And for those dreaming beyond UK shores, Spain, France, and Dubai were the most-searched-for overseas destinations, with Portugal and Italy close behind.
Full table rankings available below.
What have people been looking for?
For those looking to buy a home, a garage is the top feature home-buyers have been searching for in 2025. An annexe is second, and a garden is third.
For renters, the most important features that tenants are using Rightmove’s keyword sort tool to search for is a home that is pet-friendly, followed by a garage, and a furnished home.
| Top searches for home-buyers
in 2025 |
Top searches for renters
in 2025 |
| Garage | Pets |
| Annexe | Garage |
| Acre | Furnished home |
| Garden | Garden |
| Rural | Bills included |
Colleen Babcock, property expert at Rightmove, adds, “With billions of minutes spent on Rightmove each year, we have a unique window into the nation’s passion for property. Our review of the year spotlights some of the most popular trends from the year. From coastal escapes to overseas dream homes, this year’s most popular homes show that whether it’s a move or a moment of inspiration, people continue to love picturing their next move.”
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