On a recent episode of BBC’s Escape to the Country, Tim and Liza, a married couple looking to relocate from Malaysia to Herefordshire, received a harsh awakening regarding property prices. Despite having a generous budget of £650,000, they were taken aback by the steep prices they encountered while searching for an ideal detached home with a minimum of three bedrooms. The couple’s optimism was challenged when the first property they viewed already matched their maximum budget exactly, leaving them to reconsider their expectations.
As the house hunt continued, the couple’s mood improved when they found a more modern property that resonated with them, but ultimately they decided to take a different path and found a house in Worcester that met all their needs.
Escape to the Country viewers were reminded of the thriving UK housing market and the current steep prices, offering a glimpse into the couple’s unexpected challenges and eventual success in finding their perfect home.