Second charge mortgage new business volumes fell by 71% in June

New figures released by the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) show that second charge mortgage new business volumes fell by 71% in June 2020.

Commenting on the latest new business figures for the second charge mortgage market, Geraldine Kilkelly, Head of Research and Chief Economist at the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA), said “The relatively slow recovery in second charge mortgage new business volumes reflects the gradual re-opening of the economy and continued household caution as the outlook for employment and the progression of the virus remains uncertain.”

“Lenders are continuing to do all they can to support customers during this challenging period and customers experiencing payment difficulties should contact their lender as soon as possible.”

Table 1: New second charge mortgage lending

	Jun 2020	% change on prev. year	3 months to Jun 2020	% change on prev. year	12 months to Jun 2020	% change on prev. year
Value of new business (£m)	27	-74	80	-74	1,031	-11
Number of new agreements (No.)	661	-71	1,832	-73	23,156	-11