<?xml version="1.0"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>News from Cray and Norton</title><link>https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org</link><description>News from Cray and Norton</description><language>en-gb</language><copyright>Copyright, Cray and Norton</copyright><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:06:45 GMT</pubDate><lastBuildDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:06:45 GMT</lastBuildDate><generator>Estates IT Ltd, PCHomes Estate Agent Software</generator><atom:link href="https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/newsrss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><managingEditor>darren@crayandnorton.co.uk (Cray and Norton)</managingEditor><webMaster>darren@crayandnorton.co.uk (Cray and Norton)</webMaster><image><title>News from Cray and Norton</title><url>https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/content/images/logo.png</url><link>https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org</link></image><item><title>Croydon Estate Agent Guide: Mortgage Rates in 2026 &amp; What Buyers Need to Know</title><link>https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/croydon-estate-agent-guide/est-060919</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/croydon-estate-agent-guide/est-060919"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/img_1801.jpeg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Introduction: Why Mortgage Rates Matter in Croydon Right Now. 
If you are looking to buy, sell, or invest in property in Croydon, understanding the current UK mortgage market in 2026 is essential. Mortgage rates directly influence affordability, buyer demand, and property prices across South London — and Croydon is no exception.

As a leading Croydon estate agent, we are seeing a more active but highly price-sensitive market. Buyers are returning, but they are carefully assessing borrowing costs before committing.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/croydon-estate-agent-guide/est-060919</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/img_1801.jpeg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Independent vs Corporate Estate Agents in Croydon: What’s Better?</title><link>https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/independent-vs-corporate-estate-agents-in-croydon-whats-better/est-060770</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/independent-vs-corporate-estate-agents-in-croydon-whats-better/est-060770"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/img_1764.jpeg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>When selling your home in Croydon, one key decision is whether to choose an independent estate agent or a large corporate firm.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/independent-vs-corporate-estate-agents-in-croydon-whats-better/est-060770</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/img_1764.jpeg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Best Areas to Buy in Croydon (2026 Guide)</title><link>https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/best-areas-to-buy-in-croydon-2026-guide-/est-060634</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/best-areas-to-buy-in-croydon-2026-guide-/est-060634"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/img_1765.jpeg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Croydon has become one of South London’s most talked-about property hotspots, offering a wide range of areas to suit different buyers.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/best-areas-to-buy-in-croydon-2026-guide-/est-060634</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/img_1765.jpeg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Why Croydon (CR0) Is One of London’s Best Places to Rent in 2026</title><link>https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/why-croydon-cr0-is-one-of-londons-best-places-to-rent-in-2026/est-060372</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/why-croydon-cr0-is-one-of-londons-best-places-to-rent-in-2026/est-060372"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/img_1767.jpeg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Croydon (CR0) has rapidly become one of the most desirable rental locations in South London. With excellent transport links, ongoing regeneration, and comparatively affordable rents, it continues to attract professionals, families, and students alike.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/why-croydon-cr0-is-one-of-londons-best-places-to-rent-in-2026/est-060372</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/img_1767.jpeg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Croydon Property Market Update 2026: What Sellers Need to Know</title><link>https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/what-sellers-need-to-know/est-060358</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/what-sellers-need-to-know/est-060358"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/add%20rd.jpeg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>The Croydon property market continues to evolve in 2026, with shifting buyer priorities and changing economic conditions shaping demand.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/what-sellers-need-to-know/est-060358</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/add%20rd.jpeg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Estate Agents in Addiscombe CR0: Why Local Expertise Matters</title><link>https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/why-local-expertise-matters/est-060356</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/why-local-expertise-matters/est-060356"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/baring%20road.jpeg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Addiscombe is one of the most in-demand areas in Croydon, and choosing the right estate agent here can make a significant difference to your sale price and speed of transaction.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/why-local-expertise-matters/est-060356</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/baring%20road.jpeg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>The Guild has won Best Agency Network for the fourth year running!</title><link>https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/the-guild-has-won-best-agency-network-for-the-fourth-year-running/est-049348</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/the-guild-has-won-best-agency-network-for-the-fourth-year-running/est-049348"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/esta.jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>The Guild has won Best Agency Network for the fourth year running!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://crayandnorton.dev.estatesit.org/news/the-guild-has-won-best-agency-network-for-the-fourth-year-running/est-049348</guid><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/esta.jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item></channel></rss>