This user event follows the October 2014 consultation on the development of a single Official House Price Index and subsequent published responses to provide final details on the methodology being used in the development of the new, single official house price index (HPI). During this event, a historic time series for the new single Official HPI will be presented, comparing these new estimates with existing estimates of average house prices and house price growth. Scheduled to be first published in their entirety in June 2016, these new statistics will replace the existing indices published separately by ONS and Land Registry.

The single Official House Price Index user event will be held in London

Details:

Exact timings and content for the event are to be agreed; however, the event will cover the following topics and allow time for general discussion regarding the introduction of the new Official House Price Index and a question and answer session:

1.     Overview of the new HPI development and methodological changes

2.     Impact of changes - comparisons against existing house price measures

3.     Next steps: User transition to the single Official House Price Index

The event is free of charge although spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. To reserve your place, please email: hpi@ons.gsi.gov.uk (or tel. +44 (0)1633 456400) with the following details for each attendee: Name, organisation (if applicable), contact details (email address and contact number).

Please note that all registrations need to be received by 5.00pm on Friday 18 March 2016 to reserve a place.

For further information regarding the event please contact:

Rhys.lewis@ons.gsi.gov.uk (tel. +44 (0)1633 456400)