A NATIONAL slowdown in the housing market is being bucked in York, experts claimed today.
Estate agents said there was no sign of the market easing off, which is being reported in the south.
"York is a particularly desirable place to live and this has fuelled the demand for homes in the area," said Edward Knock, land manager at Hunters estate agents.
"Buyers come to York and see excellent schools and an impressive lifestyle are on offer. "With good transport links for commuters and young professionals, and a pleasant environment to raise a family, York is considered to be an affordable yet desirable place to live."
David Beattie, a valuer at Quantum on Walmgate, said: "The number of properties people are seeing has gone down slightly, but the amount of sales we are getting has stayed very strong."
Updated: 10:22 Thursday, July 03, 2003
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