Across English cities, housing supply constraints remain a persistent barrier...

https://www.buildington.co.uk/blog/englands-property-crisis-hotspots-where-limited-housing-supply-is-increasing-mortgage-pressure

Across English cities, housing supply constraints remain a persistent barrier to a balanced property market. Limited new builds, planning restrictions, and high demand create acute shortages, driving prices upward and pricing many buyers out of contention