Lesley Saville, chief executive, said: “The 15 cities we investigated are all struggling to keep housing development in line with population growth. There is no simple solution."Click through to find out where renting was most expensive.Location, location – local pub? There are many factors in play when it comes to property values, some much more obvious than others. From the quality of your nearest drinking hole to the toys strewn on a kid’s bedroom floor, issues that may seem insignificant can have a shocking impact on price. Whether you’re looking to sell or moving to a new area, it’s important to be aware of anything that could have a negative impact on your property’s value and impede a future sale.A noisy, rowdy drinking hole with ne’er-do-wells spilling out on to the pavements every night can really put potential buyers off and have a negative impact on your house price. Equally, a lovely local pub with craft ale and a delectable line in homemade pies is a major plus. Similarly, the “Waitrose effect” is a real thing – last year a report by Lloyds Bank suggested an upscale supermarket can add 12 per cent or £40,000 to the average property.You might completely adore that jacquard wallpaper and have read that wood panelling is back in fashion, but does everyone else? Perceived “bad” taste can knock between five and 10 per cent off the value, according to experts. If your main purpose is to sell your home for the highest possible return, stick to relatively neutral, non-offensive decor. That way potential buyers can visualise their own stamp on the place.