The 2025 Melksham Property Market
A study of this year’s property market and what will happen in 2026? With only a few weeks to go before the end of the year, as a Melksham estate and letting agent, I wanted to share what has happened…
It’s That Time Again… Christmas 2025 Competition
We are delighted to announce our Christmas competition is BACK! We have once again teamed with our good friend Phil from I.D Newman Butchers over the road to give one lucky winner the chance to win a £100 Christmas Hamper…
The 4 Year Melksham Itch That’s Driving Half of All Home Moves.
If you walk down almost any Melksham road or street, you will see the quiet signs of life playing out behind the front doors. Families growing. Kids leaving home. Kitchens are being refitted for the second or third time. Yet…
Why do 1 in 8.8 Melksham Home Sellers End up Reducing Their Asking Price?
As the Melksham property market shifts, more homeowners are facing the decision of when and by how much to adjust their asking prices. The choice can feel difficult, but in today's climate, it is often the difference between attracting a buyer or sitting…
Is it a buyers’ or sellers’ market?
Are you considering moving home in Melksham during the next 6 to 12 months? You may be a Melksham landlord deciding whether to grow your portfolio or sell off a few properties. Or you're a Melksham first-time buyer wondering if…
Melksham Rental Property Market: 5 Year Overview & 2025 Landlord Outlook
Over the past five years, Melksham's private rental market has experienced a significant growth in rents. The average monthly rent has increased from £855 in 2020 to £1,174 in 2025, representing a 37% rise. These local trends are interesting when…
The Hidden Cost of That Extra Bedroom
For many local Melksham homeowners, the jump from a 2-bedroom to a 3-bedroom home marks a major life milestone — a growing family, the need for a home office, or simply the desire for more space. But how much does…
Welcome to the team James!
We are delighted to welcome a new team member here at Lock & Key. Say hello to James Canty, Melksham born and bred and brings a real buzz of energy, a genuine love for property, and a passion for connecting…
Over 3 in 10 Melksham Homes Fail to Sell
How do you beat those odds? When most people decide to put their Melksham home on the market, they assume one thing. That it will sell. After all, why wouldn’t it? You instruct an estate agent, the board goes up,…
How Many £1 Million Homes Actually Sell?
It surprises many people just how few £1 million homes actually sell. Just because a property carries a seven-figure price tag, it does not guarantee a successful move. Nationally, across all property price bands, around 54 percent of homes sell and complete…