Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could receive a financial boost as they settle into life in the Cotswolds.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have reportedly returned to the UK with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The family spent around six years living in California after stepping back from royal duties.
Reports suggest the Sussexes could make the Cotswolds their new home. The area offers countryside privacy while keeping the family relatively close to King Charles.
The latest property figures could also make the region attractive. Rightmove data shows that average sold prices in the Cotswolds fell by 2% over the past year. Prices also remain 2% below the 2023 peak of £457,314.
The figures could create an opportunity for Harry and Meghan if they decide to buy a property. However, the couple may choose to rent instead. Renting could allow them to test their new lifestyle before making a major property investment.
The Cotswolds also offers the family greater privacy than central London. Its rural setting attracts celebrities and other high-profile residents. The Beckhams, Simon Cowell, Jeremy Clarkson and Ellen DeGeneres have all developed links to the area.
Harry and Meghan already have experience with countryside living in England. The couple previously rented a property in Oxfordshire while workers renovated Frogmore Cottage.
Harry discussed that period in his memoir, Spare. He described the area as a peaceful escape from the intense attention surrounding the couple. “We loved it out there,” Harry wrote. He also praised the fresh air, green surroundings and lack of photographers.
The Sussexes reportedly continue to own their $29 million Montecito mansion. They also maintain a holiday property in Portugal. That means the family could keep their US base while spending extended periods in Britain.
Their exact Cotswolds location will likely remain private. Harry and Meghan have consistently sought greater privacy for their children.
For now, falling property prices, a quieter lifestyle and proximity to the royal family could make the Cotswolds an appealing choice for the Sussexes as they begin their new chapter in the UK.
