Matt is a key commentator in the build to rent, student housing and senior living sectors and regularly presents Knight Frank's view of these markets to clients including investors, lenders, operators and developers. Matt is also responsible for Knight Frank's Research Consultancy team and provides bespoke research for clients working on both residential and commercial projects.
Matthew Bowen
Partner, Global Head of Living Sectors Research
Global Headquarters, GB
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Matt Bowen is a Partner and Head of Knight Frank's Global Living Sectors Research team. Matt specialises in residential investment and development research. He is responsible for analysing and reporting on trends across the living sectors, residential land and development markets across the UK, Europe and beyond.
Matt is a key commentator in the build to rent, student housing and senior living sectors and regularly presents Knight Frank's view of these markets to clients including investors, lenders, operators and developers. Matt is also responsible for Knight Frank's Research Consultancy team and provides bespoke research for clients working on both residential and commercial projects.
Matt is a key commentator in the build to rent, student housing and senior living sectors and regularly presents Knight Frank's view of these markets to clients including investors, lenders, operators and developers. Matt is also responsible for Knight Frank's Research Consultancy team and provides bespoke research for clients working on both residential and commercial projects.
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Latest research
UK Student Accommodation Outlook
UK PBSA remains resilient amid shifting macro conditions. This report examines investment trends, policy risks, and rental dynamics, alongside insights from our sixth annual Student Accommodation Survey. Together, they reveal how structural demand and evolving student preferences underpin opportunity, despite headwinds.
20 October 2026
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University acceptances up and student accommodation bookings in line with expectations
New survey data on bookings for purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) points to strong leasing activity.
22 March 2021
Housing provision is key to London's success
Housing provision in London will play a key role in support of a competitive lifestyle offering
04 March 2021