Prince Harry and Meghan set to return to Britain before September’s end

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have announced that they will be back in the United Kingdom before the end of September, bringing to a close a six‑year residence in California.

The move, first reported by The Telegraph and corroborated by the BBC, will see the couple settle in a private house outside London rather than any of the traditional royal palaces.

Both of their children have already been placed at a British school for the upcoming academic year – Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5 – indicating a full‑time commitment to life in Britain.

The decision follows a brief July visit that included a private meeting with King Charles III. The monarch has been informed of the plan and has stressed that the couple’s status as non‑working royals will remain unchanged.

In a statement issued by the Press Association, the royal household expressed a desire for greater family cohesion, noting that it "welcomes the opportunity to see more of the family in a personal capacity" while affirming that constitutional arrangements will not be altered.

Beyond the personal dimension, the Sussexes’ return is likely to influence public expectations of a post‑royal lifestyle, as they continue to balance private enterprise with lingering royal connections.

Logistical preparations are already under way. Property analysts have observed a surge in demand for homes outside London, a trend that has been highlighted alongside reports of London’s prime property prices tumbling up to £300,000 in a year.

The relocation may also revive debate over the financial and security provisions for senior royals who live abroad.

For now, the focus appears to be on re‑establishing a family base in Britain while maintaining their independent projects, leaving observers to watch how the royal institution adapts to this new chapter.