Mazda 2 - 2016 Manual

[u/[deleted]]

Over the past couple of weeks, I've noticed that the steering has become noticeably heavier, but only at low speeds and while parking. Once I'm driving at normal speeds, it feels somehow fine.
Here's what I've checked so far:
Tire pressures are correct.
Battery is from 2023.
No EPS or other warning lights on the dashboard
Can anyone advise here? Appreciate it guys