Smith & Williamson's Annual Property Survey

In late October 2010, the Smith & Williamson property group conducted its eighth annual survey. 166 property executives responded.

While opinions are divided about the prospects for the sector as a whole, our survey revealed some consistent and strongly held views about the key issues facing the UK property industry.

• Public sector job cuts are expected to hit the property sector hard and are perceived to be a real threat.
• The lack of bank finance and anaemic UK economic performance are yet again seen as the key issues.
• The next twelve months will provide good opportunities to make residential and commercial investments.
• The nature of individual assets and management rather than market trends will be paramount for success.