**Blackbird Leys** (South East) lists **1 FCA-regulated** mortgage brokers on Mortgage118. Typical sold prices here average **£378,800** — **down 0%** year-on-year.

The South East market was flat in 2025, with prices unchanged year-on-year. Proximity to London means the region tends to follow the capital's trends, though commuter towns have shown slightly more resilience.

**Q: How many brokers are listed here?**
A: **1** FCA-regulated firms are shown for **Blackbird Leys**.

**Q: What do typical property prices look like?**
A: The average price in our data is **£378,800** (**broadly flat** year-on-year). The South East market was flat in 2025, with prices unchanged year-on-year. Proximity to London means the region tends to follow the capital's trends, though commuter towns have shown slightly more resilience.

**Q: Why use a broker instead of only my bank?**
A: Whole-of-market brokers usually scan **dozens of lenders**, including specialists you cannot walk into on the high street. They also know which underwriters are comfortable with local property types and survey quirks. Flat prices create opportunities for first-time buyers to negotiate. Brokers familiar with local lenders who understand commuter-belt property values can often secure better terms than high-street banks.

**Q: What does advice typically cost?**
A: Many offer a **free first conversation**. After that, some are paid by lender commission only; others charge a **£300–£500** (or similar) fee on application or completion — always confirm in writing before you proceed.

**Q: What should I check before I choose?**
A: Confirm **FCA regulation** (everyone here is), match **specialisations** to your case (residential and buy-to-let), and read **reviews**. You want plain-English options, not a single “take it or leave it” product.

**Q: Is adverse credit possible?**
A: Often yes. **Blackbird Leys** has advisers who work with **specialist lenders** when high-street banks say no. Earlier advice usually means more routes stay open.

Typical prices **£379,000** (regional proxy for **South East**).

Annual movement about **0%** (flat).

The South East market was flat in 2025, with prices unchanged year-on-year. Proximity to London means the region tends to follow the capital's trends, though commuter towns have shown slightly more resilience.

### Borrowing costs in context

The Bank of England **Bank Rate** is one input to mortgage pricing; see the **Bank base rate** page on this site for the figure we publish. The deal you are offered still depends on **deposit**, **term**, **fixed vs variable**, and **affordability stress tests** — not any single headline rate.

You can compare **1** firms side by side.

Collective review score is **5.0/5** across **1** brokers with ratings — use it alongside specialisms and fee transparency.

Flat prices create opportunities for first-time buyers to negotiate. Brokers familiar with local lenders who understand commuter-belt property values can often secure better terms than high-street banks.

On the ground, a good adviser spots **survey quirks**, **lease issues**, and **lender overlays** that postcode-level stats miss.

Most offer a **no-obligation first call** so you can sense-check strategy before paying anything.

- **Shortlist** two or three firms from the list above that match your situation (**Blackbird Leys** is already filtered for you).
- **Read** profiles for fees, specialisms, and how they prefer to work (phone, video, face-to-face).
- **Book a first call** — use it to test clarity and responsiveness, not just the rate quote.
- **Agreement in Principle (AIP)** — when you are ready, your broker can run this so offers carry more weight with agents and vendors.