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In the third quarter of 2026 the NHBC recorded 26,231 new‑home registrations, a 13% year‑on‑year fall. Private‑sector registrations slipped 8% and the rental‑affordable sector fell 23%. The government’s Your First Home scheme offers a 2.5% deposit and a 20% state loan, but industry leaders warn the market is at a critical point.