Latest data reveals success of UK govt's flagship Help to Buy schemes

Over 150,000 people have achieved their aspiration of home ownership In the UK since the government’s flagship Help to Buy housing schemes were launched two years ago, the latest data shows. Some 80% were first time buyers, the average house price was £188,380 significantly below the national average, over half were for new build homes and 95% of Help to Buy completions took place outside of London. The figures confirm that it is first time buyers, for whom the scheme was designed, have indee...