Hyderabad, May 27 -- A recent home buyer survey by Knight Frank India has revealed that home ownership remains a top priority for 80% of Indians, with Hyderabad showing strong purchase sentiment.

In Hyderabad, 81% of respondents expressed a clear preference for owning homes, driven by long-term security, financial stability, and cultural values. The survey, titled "Beyond Bricks: The Pulse of Home Buying", highlighted that Hyderabad continues to be one of the leading cities where people prefer ownership over renting.

The survey covered 1,629 participants across India's top eight cities. Chennai (86%), Mumbai Metropolitan Region (85%), and Ahmedabad (83%) showed slightly higher sentiment than Hyderabad, while Kolkata (80%) followed close...