Grab a brew and get comfy. If we look back to this time five years ago, the DN22 property market felt a bit like a chaotic game of musical chairs. Properties were attracting immediate offers before the "For Sale" signs were even hammered into the grass, and buyers were practically tripping over each other to get a viewing.
Fast forward to June 2026, and the landscape has changed. The environment is much more relaxed. To be honest, it’s quite refreshing. Whether you’re looking at a cottage in Sutton, a family home in Ranskill, or something closer to the town centre, the "vibe" of the market has shifted from a frantic scramble to a steady environment with plenty of options.
The "Good News, Bad News" Breakdown
I like to be straight with my neighbours, so here is the "Good News / Bad News" for this month:
The Good News: If you are looking to buy, you have more power than you’ve had in a long time. There is a significant amount of housing supply, less pressure to make an immediate decision, and more room to actually think about a house before making the biggest purchase of your life.
The Bad News (well, sort of): If you are selling, you won’t be seeing a queue of twenty people at your front door on day one. With higher stock levels, you need to ensure your home looks its absolute best to stand out from the crowd.
What do the numbers actually mean?
Right now, DN22 is sitting in what we call a "Balanced Market."
Imagine you’re at a local school bake sale. If there are 100 people and only 2 cakes, it’s a frenzy (that’s a seller’s market). If there are 100 cakes and only 2 people, the cakes stay on the table (that’s a buyer’s market). A balanced market is when there is enough choice for everyone, and nobody has to elbow their neighbour to get a slice of lemon drizzle.
Currently, we have 302 properties for sale across the DN22 postcode. That’s up by 14 homes compared to last month. It’s a clear sign that the market is replenishing its stock levels.
Understanding the Supply Ratio
This is the big one. We look at the relationship between the number of homes available and the number of buyers active in the market. In DN22, the current ratio of supply to demand is equivalent to 9.1 months' worth of stock.
Last month this figure was 7.7, so the level of choice for buyers has increased. Because this figure is above the 6-month threshold, the market environment is leaning slightly more in favour of buyers. It means there is plenty of housing supply (lots of lovely homes!) and a high volume of choice relative to the number of active buyers. We are seeing about 35 sales a month at the moment.
Did you know? Even though the average sold price around here over the last year is about £205,433, we are seeing some incredible "dream homes" changing hands. Just recently, Barnby House in Barnby Moor went for a whopping £1,450,000, and a beautiful spot on Town Street in Sutton fetched £1,400,000. It shows that from Lound to the heart of Retford, people still see DN22 as a blue-chip place to live.
What this means for you
- If you’re selling: Don’t panic if the phone doesn't ring 50 times on Monday morning. In a market with 302 properties currently for sale, your home is competing with more neighbours for a buyer's attention. Focus on "kerb appeal"—make sure those gardens in DN22 7JH or those driveways in Mattersey are looking sharp.
- If you’re buying: Take a breath! You’ve got the upper hand. With high stock levels, you can actually go back for a second viewing or ask questions about the boiler without worrying someone else will secure it while you’re talking.
- If you’re just curious: Your home’s value is likely stable, but the level of competition for sellers is higher. With 302 neighbours also listed, your house needs to be the "best in show" to attract interest.
The market isn't scary; it's just operating with a healthy level of supply. If you're out and about in the garden this weekend, enjoy the sun—and if you want to chat more about what your specific street is doing, you know where I am!