Across English cities, the housing market is facing a persistent squeeze driven...

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Across English cities, the housing market is facing a persistent squeeze driven by constrained supply and fierce mortgage competition. New listings remain stubbornly low relative to demand, pushing prices upward and limiting options for buyers