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Data from U.K. Office for National Statistics. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
United KingdomUnited Kingdom Halifax House Price Index YoY climbed to 0.5% in May 2026
U.K. Office for National StatisticsMonthlyReleased June 2026
United Kingdom Halifax House Price Index YoY climbed to 0.5% in May 2026, released June 2026, up 0.1% from April's 0.4% reading. The reading missed the 1.0% consensus by 0.5%. The print is running well below the 12-month average of 2.42%.
Latest Release
0.5
Actual
1
Consensus
0.4
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±0.87 percentage points
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jun 2026
Predicted: 1
Actual: 0.5
Error: +0.5
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Co-movement | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GBP/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.50 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| EUR/GBP | ▼ Inverse | −0.45 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
| GBP/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.40 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| FTSE 100 | ▲ Direct | +0.35 | INDEX | Moves with | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.30 | COMMODITIES | Moves against | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Halifax House Price Index YoY (United Kingdom) was reported at 0.6% in July 2026. The reading rose from the previous value of 0.5%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through July 2026. This is classified as a medium-impact indicator released on a monthly basis.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 1.47%, down from the prior three at 4.47%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with GBP/USD (Bullish GBP). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/GBP, negatively correlated (Bearish EUR). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 0.88%.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include House Price Index YoY (Sep 7) and House Price Index MoM (Sep 7).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update July 2026.
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Halifax House Price Index YoY - UK
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About Halifax House Price Index YoY — United Kingdom
DEFINITION
The Halifax House Price Index YoY is a widely recognized financial indicator that measures the annual change in the average price of residential properties in the UK. This index is based on data collected from a large sample of properties and provides valuable insights into the overall health and trends of the housing market. It is a key tool for investors, policymakers, and individuals looking to make informed decisions about buying or selling property in the UK. With its reliable and timely data, the Halifax House Price Index YoY is an essential resource for understanding the current state of the housing market and predicting future developments.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Jun 2026): actual 0.6 %. Prior reading (May 2026): 0.5 %. Before that (Apr 2026): 0.4 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a higher reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bearish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with GBP/USD (Bullish GBP, r=0.50) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.
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Economic Calendar - UK Events
| Monday, September 7, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00 | UK | House Price Index YoY | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.10 | Medium | |
| 06:00 | UK | House Price Index MoM | 0 | 0.2 | 0.20 | Medium | |
| 09:00 | UK | BBA Mortgage Rate | 6.6 | 6.6 | 6.60 | Low | |
| 23:01 | UK | BRC Retail Sales Monitor YoY | 1 | 1.2 | 2.60 | High | |
| Wednesday, September 9, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
| 23:01 | UK | RICS House Price Balance | -30 | -28 | -30.00 | Medium | |