Market divide widens as farmland prices fall across the UK

Farmland Prices in the UK Experience First Drop in Five Years

Farmland prices in the UK have fallen for the first time in nearly five years, indicating a widening gap between top-quality and poorer land.

According to the latest Farmland Market Update from Carter Jonas, average arable land values decreased by 1.5% in the third quarter of 2025, following a 1.1% decline in the second quarter.

This marks the first year-on-year drop since 2020, with arable values down 1.7% and pasture down 1.1% compared to 2024.

Performance now depends heavily on land quality and location.

Author's summary: UK farmland prices drop for the first time in five years.

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