Sammy Pahal
Managing Director, UK PropTech Association
Technology is transforming how we plan, develop and manage real estate — from AI streamlining property management to digital twins revolutionising planning.
Property technology (proptech) is reshaping the built environment, but how much impact is it truly having? What’s needed to accelerate its adoption?
Report findings on UK proptech
At UK PropTech Association (UKPA), we recently published a report in partnership with PUBLIC, commissioned by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), to assess the state of proptech in the UK.
Findings* reveal that the sector contributes an estimated £2.6 to £3.9 billion in gross value added (GVA) to the economy, with a total turnover of between £4.9 to £7.1 billion. With nearly 800 active companies and an expected growth rate of 19.7% by 2032, proptech is a key driver of innovation. However, scaling adoption remains a challenge.
The proptech moment
The UK Government is recognising proptech’s role in driving innovation. As the country pushes for economic growth, aims to lead in AI and faces urgent challenges in housing and infrastructure, technology has a crucial role to play. Proptech can accelerate transactions, improve asset management, increase sustainability and make all buildings more energy efficient, but unlocking its full potential requires collaboration.
Scaling remains difficult, even for later-stage proptech firms securing investment. Without faster buy-in from property companies, landlords and policymakers, these businesses can’t deliver their full economic and industry impact. If we can remove barriers to adoption, proptech firms could grow faster and contribute even more to the UK economy.
If adoption improves, the UK could see
£527+ million in public sector savings.
Proptech benefits at scale
Proptech is already delivering results. Digital tools are streamlining property transactions; AI-powered solutions are reducing operational costs for landlords; and data platforms are helping investors maker smarter decisions.
If adoption improves, the UK could see £527+ million in public sector savings, thousands of hours freed up in property management and a 3% annual reduction in home carbon emissions. In commercial buildings, energy use has already been cut by up to 45%.*
Seizing the opportunity
The UK has a world-class proptech sector. To unlock its full potential, we need investment in early-stage innovation, better data sharing and faster adoption across the industry.
Read our full report to explore the key insights and recommendations: Opportunity for PropTech Report | UKPA
[1] *Source: Based on UK PropTech Association report ‘The Opportunity for PropTech: Leveraging technology for the UK’s built environment’ January 2025.
