Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer help two couples searching in Sheffield. Scientists Lois and Ahmed's strategic approach has so far seen them lose out on eight houses, being outbid by just a few thousand pounds each time. With a toddler in tow, and living with Lois's parents, the heat is on for Kirstie to find their own family home. Phil is with Liz and Luke, who are set on the rural areas around the city, close to the Peak District.

Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer help two couples searching in south London. Elliot and James want to buy their first place together but are struggling to pin down exactly where. Their favourite areas are Putney and Richmond, but their money does not go as far as they would like. Pam and Ross are in Wimbledon, where former tennis professional Ross works. However, having been stung after the 2009 housing crisis, they are understandably cautious.