# UK housing market costs and intergenerational living > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/uk-housing-market-costs-and-intergenerational-living > Updated: 2026-09-25T23:01:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. Recent research into the UK housing market highlights the financial challenges associated with property transitions and intergenerational living. Data from Yopa indicates that the average homeowner in England faces approximately £15,513 in costs when upsizing, with Stamp Duty being the largest single expense at an average of £8,615. These expenses are significantly higher in London, where moving costs can reach £47,704. Regarding adult children living at home, studies from Nationwide Building Society show that while parents charge an average of £303 per month, many use these payments as a savings mechanism. Specifically, 54% of parents return some or all of the rent to help their children save for homeownership deposits. Regional disparities are evident in rental costs, with London parents charging an average of £414.97 per month compared to £187.08 in Yorkshire and the Humber. While 34% of adult children live at home to save for a deposit and 40% remain due to affordability issues, the arrangements can be difficult; 50% of parents reported that these financial setups have caused tension or disagreements. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-25: Nationwide report: 54% of parents return rent to help children save for house deposits A Nationwide survey shows 54% of UK parents return rent paid by adult children to help them save for home deposits, as rising housing costs make moving out difficult for many. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nationwide-report-54-of-parents-return-rent-to-help-children-save-for-house-deposits ### 2026-09-24: UK housing costs: High expenses for upsizing and parental rent UK housing data reveals high costs for upsizing homeowners, averaging £15,513, and shows London parents charge the highest monthly rent to children living at home. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uk-housing-costs-high-expenses-for-upsizing-and-parental-rent --- Cite as: UK housing market costs and intergenerational living. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/uk-housing-market-costs-and-intergenerational-living