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Read Full Bio >Springbok Properties’ research, featured in Metro, London Loves Property, Estate Agent Networking, Estates Gazette, Property Reporter, and several regional outlets, reveals what really puts buyers off.
According to a nationwide survey of over 1,000 homebuyers:
- 75% would walk away after spotting a major issue
- 1 in 5 would reduce their offer by up to 15% (£40,000+)
- 57% said they’d drop it even further
Top turn-offs included:
- Damp patches or mould
- Persistent odours
- Poor layouts or lighting
- Outdated interiors
- Neglected gardens
Springbok Properties’ CEO Shepherd Ncube said:
“In a slower market, perception is everything. Small visual or sensory cues can make buyers nervous, and that fear translates directly into lower offers.”
Our findings have been widely covered, featuring in Metro, Estates Gazette, Property Reporter, Yorkshire Evening Post, The Star, The News, Express & Star, Edinburgh Evening News, and others. Read the full Metro feature here: https://metro.co.uk/2025/10/12/property-turn-offs-slash-house-price-40-000-24267341/
