Over‑70s staying in work longer
Monday 25th May, 2026
More people in the UK aged 70+ are working past retirement, often because state pensions and savings don’t cover housing and living costs, though some stay employed for social and mental wellbeing. This gives Rightmove a chance to comment on how housing affordability and rental pressures are shaping later‑life work decisions and the demand for age‑appropriate homes and flexible tenancies in the UK.
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Why have we flagged this?
Rising numbers of over-70s working for financial reasons affects housing decisions (downsizing, renting, intergenerational households) — you can share market data and trends on older buyers/renters.
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