Although Brits remain top of the leader board when it comes to foreign property buyers in Spain, their numbers have fallen dramatically. Brexit is undoubtedly playing a part in this drop, but it's not the only factor.
Esme Fox - esme@thelocal.es
Updated: Sat 13 Jun 2026 08:04 CET
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There are many reasons for the decline in British property buyers in Spain, but one of the main reasons is Brexit. Photo: Erik Karits / Pexels
Although Brits remain top of the leader board when it comes to foreign property buyers in Spain, their numbers have fallen dramatically. Brexit is undoubtedly playing a part in this drop, but it's not the only factor.
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