Property vs Stocks – Why Ownership Still Matters.
- karensmarsh
- Jul 4
- 1 min read
For decades, owning property in the UK has been seen as the safest and smartest financial move you could make. But, new research from Rathbones, a UK wealth and asset management firm, is challenging that long-held belief.
Their latest report, “Don’t Bet the House”, compares long-term returns from residential property with stock market performance, and the results are eye-opening.
Yes, of course, we all want to make wise financial choices and see good returns on our investments—but I believe, the emotional and cultural value of owning your own home still runs deep in the UK. For many of us, it’s not just about wealth generation. It’s about having your own little palace, somewhere to be safe, protected, creative, take pride in, and find peace.
While the numbers may no longer stack up the way they did in previous decades when it comes to property vs stocks, the desire for a space that’s truly yours remains as strong as ever. Property might not always be the highest-yielding asset, but for many, it’s still the most meaningful one. Read the article to review the statistics.
Da Silva, Marc. “Don’t Bet the House: Is home‑ownership still a smart investment?” Citywire, 4 July 2025.
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