Our 2025 report looks at the evolving GCC investment landscape in UK residential property – looking ahead to the key trends which will shape Gulf residents’ approach in 2026.
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What You'll Learn
This report provides original insights to brokers interested in working with GCC clients. It uses search data provided by Rightmove for Nomo and features exclusive insights from some of our broker partners:
- Sophia Kazmi, Director, Maidwell Group
- Dr Rajanya Ravasia, Founder, Adventum Wealth
- Hugh Spillane, CEO, DNA Financial Solutions
- Richard Rinder, Co-Founder, Novo Capital
- Sarah Teff, Partner, John Charcol
- Philippe Fabri, Mortgage & Protection Advisor, Orchard Financial Solutions Ltd
- Faye Adams, Senior Independent Mortgage Specialist, Peritus International
It identifies three key themes:
1. Gulf buyers continue to see the UK as a trusted, strategic investment destination for residential property. Gulf residents remain drawn to the UK’s regulatory stability and rule of law but are taking a longer-term view on the market and adopting a more strategic and disciplined approach to investment in residential property.
2. GCC property purchases have become more regionally diverse. While London’s global appeal endures, activity in cities such as Manchester, Birmingham and Liverpool, as well as across Scotland, continues to grow, supported by competitive pricing, stronger yields, and Gulf purchases of varied housing stock.
3. Growth in use of limited companies. Buy-to-let remains the dominant route for GCC residential income generation, but the market is becoming increasingly professionalised with purchases being made through limited companies, particularly Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), as part of long-term wealth strategies. Stable borrowing costs and greater lender flexibility have accelerated this trend, helping Gulf residents plan with confidence and expand their portfolios.
The Content
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