19/05/2026
Comcorp’s latest MortgageMeter statistics, from April 2025 to April 2026, reveal a clear shift toward higher leverage in the market.
Average purchase prices increased by 4.4%, while average approved bond values rose significantly by 16.5%, indicating stronger lending activity.
At the same time, average deposits declined sharply by 42.6%, pushing LTV ratios slightly higher.
First-time buyers followed a similar trend, with purchase prices up 3.2% and bond values up 14.3%, while deposits dropped by nearly 49.6%.
Notably, the share of first-time buyers grew by approximately 7.8%, reinforcing their strong presence in the market.
Overall, the data reflects growing lending confidence and continued momentum from first-time buyers in the residential property market.
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