The average UK house price stood at 272,000 pounds in June 2026, a 2% annual rise and a 0.1% monthly increase. Annual growth slowed from 3% in May. The North West led regional growth at 4.7%, while London fell 2.5%.
TL;DR · LAST REVIEWED 19 AUGUST 2026
- Average UK house price was 272,000 pounds in June 2026, up 2% annually.
- Annual growth slowed from 3% in May 2026.
- North West fastest growing region at 4.7%; London weakest at -2.5%.
- UK HPI based on completed Land Registry transactions, lagging the market.
- Next release for July 2026 on 16 September 2026.
England: average price by region, June 2026
| Region | Avg price (Jun 2026) | Annual change | Monthly change |
| East Midlands | £240,000 | +2.4% | -0.7% |
| East of England | £339,000 | +1.1% | -0.2% |
| London | £554,000 | -2.5% | +1.0% |
| North East | £166,000 | +4.3% | +1.0% |
| North West | £220,000 | +4.7% | +0.4% |
| South East | £380,000 | +0.3% | -0.3% |
| South West | £305,000 | +1.9% | +0.6% |
| West Midlands | £251,000 | +2.6% | +1.0% |
| Yorkshire and the Humber | £208,000 | +3.6% | -0.6% |
Source: HM Land Registry, UK House Price Index, June 2026.
KEY FACTS
- Average UK house price: 272,000 pounds in June 2026.
- Annual growth: 2% in June 2026, down from 3% in May.
- London average: 554,000 pounds, down 2.5% annually.
- North West annual growth: 4.7%, fastest of any region.
- Residential transactions in June 2026: 99,000, up 2.5% on a year earlier.
What the June 2026 figures show
The average UK house price stood at 272,000 pounds in June 2026, a 2% rise over the year and a 0.1% increase on the month. Annual growth slowed from a revised 3% in the year to May 2026, indicating a cooling but still positive market.
The latest UK House Price Index, published by HM Land Registry, shows the average price of a home in the UK was 272,000 pounds in June 2026. This represents a 2% increase compared with June 2025 and a marginal 0.1% rise compared with May 2026. The annual rate of growth has slowed from the revised 3% recorded in the year to May 2026, suggesting the pace of price increases is easing. The monthly change of 0.1% points to a largely flat market over the short term, with prices stabilising after a period of more pronounced movement.
The regional picture
The North West recorded the fastest annual growth of any English region at 4.7%, while London was the weakest, with prices down 2.5% over the year. The North East saw the largest monthly rise at 1%.
Regional performance varied considerably across England in June 2026. The North West led the way with annual growth of 4.7%, making it the strongest performing region. At the other end of the scale, London saw prices fall by 2.5% over the year, the only region to record a decline. On a monthly basis, the North East saw the biggest increase, with prices up 1% compared with May 2026. The regional table above sets out the average price and annual and monthly change for each English region, providing a detailed breakdown of how different parts of the country are faring.
Prices by property type and buyer
In England, detached homes averaged 475,000 pounds, while flats were the only property type to fall over the year, down 2.3% to an average of 219,000 pounds. Semi-detached and terraced homes sat in between.
Property type had a significant impact on price movements in June 2026. Detached homes in England averaged 475,000 pounds, the highest of any property type, and rose by 2% over the year. Semi-detached homes averaged 291,000 pounds and terraced homes 246,000 pounds. Flats were the only property type to record a fall, with prices down 2.3% over the year to an average of 219,000 pounds. For first-time buyers, the average price paid in England was 245,000 pounds, a figure that reflects the types of properties typically purchased by those entering the market.
England, London and Wales compared
England averaged 293,000 pounds, up 1.8% annually and 0.2% monthly, while London averaged 554,000 pounds, down 2.5% over the year. Wales averaged 213,000 pounds, up 1.8% annually.
Comparing the three nations, England saw an average house price of 293,000 pounds in June 2026, an increase of 1.8% over the year and 0.2% on the month. London remained the most expensive area, with an average price of 554,000 pounds, but it was also the weakest performing, with prices down 2.5% annually. Flats in London saw a particularly sharp fall, down 4.7% over the year to an average of 431,000 pounds. In Wales, the average price was 213,000 pounds, up 1.8% over the year, with detached homes there averaging 334,000 pounds. London cash buyers saw prices fall 4% over the year, a sharper drop than for those buying with a mortgage.
What the June data means for buyers
The average first-time-buyer price in England was 245,000 pounds, up 1.8% over the year. Flats were the only property type to fall, while detached homes rose, and cash purchases averaged less than mortgaged ones.
For those looking to buy, the June 2026 data offers a mixed picture. The average first-time-buyer price in England was 245,000 pounds, an increase of 1.8% over the year, meaning entry-level homes are still becoming more expensive, albeit slowly. Flats were the only property type to see a fall, down 2.3% in England, which could present opportunities for buyers focused on this segment. Detached homes, by contrast, rose by 2%. Cash purchases in England averaged 279,000 pounds, while mortgaged purchases averaged 299,000 pounds, reflecting the different types of properties bought through each route. The slower 2% annual growth, alongside a held Bank of England base rate, points to a steadier market than a year ago.
Transactions and what the data means
Around 99,000 residential transactions completed in June 2026, up 2.5% on a year earlier. The UK HPI is based on completed sales, which typically take 6 to 8 weeks to reach completion, so the data lags the market.
The volume of transactions provides an important context to price data. Around 99,000 residential transactions of 40,000 pounds or more completed in June 2026, an increase of 2.5% compared with the same month a year earlier. This suggests activity in the market remains reasonably robust. However, the UK House Price Index is based on completed sales recorded by HM Land Registry, and since the buying process typically takes 6 to 8 weeks from agreement to completion, the data reflects market conditions from several weeks earlier. Monthly figures can fluctuate, so a single month should not be over-weighted when assessing the overall trend.
How the UK HPI works and why it differs from lender indices
The UK HPI uses completed transaction data from HM Land Registry, Registers of Scotland and Land and Property Services, calculated by the Office for National Statistics using a hedonic regression model. Lender indices are timelier but narrower.
The UK House Price Index is compiled using data on completed transactions from HM Land Registry, the Registers of Scotland and Land and Property Services in Northern Ireland. The Office for National Statistics calculates the index using a hedonic regression model, which adjusts for the mix of properties sold in any given period. This makes it the most comprehensive measure of house prices available. Lender indices, such as those published by Nationwide and Halifax, use their own mortgage approval data, which is available earlier in the buying process. This makes them timelier, but they only cover properties bought with a mortgage from those lenders, making them narrower in scope than the UK HPI.
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DISCLAIMER
This article is for general information only and does not constitute financial or property advice. Figures are official statistics accurate as at publication and are routinely revised. Check the primary source before acting.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average UK house price?
The average UK house price was 272,000 pounds in June 2026, a 2% rise over the year.
Are UK house prices rising or falling?
Rising modestly: up 2% over the year and 0.1% over the month in June 2026, with annual growth slowing from 3%.
Which UK region has the fastest house price growth?
The North West, up 4.7% in the year to June 2026; London was weakest, down 2.5%.
Why does the UK HPI differ from Nationwide or Halifax figures?
The UK HPI uses completed Land Registry sales, so it is comprehensive but lagged; lender indices use their own mortgage approvals earlier in the process.
When is the next UK House Price Index released?
The July 2026 UK House Price Index publishes at 9:30am on 16 September 2026.
SOURCES
- GOV.UK / HM Land Registry: UK House Price Index for June 2026 – accessed 2026-08-19
- GOV.UK: UK House Price Index reports – accessed 2026-08-19
- ONS: UK House Price Index – accessed 2026-08-19
Update: 16 September 2026 Average UK house prices rose 1.4 per cent to 273,000 pounds in the 12 months to July 2026, according to provisional ONS figures published on 16 September 2026. The annual rate slowed from 1.5 per cent in the 12 months to June, the third consecutive month of deceleration. By nation, England recorded an average price of 293,000 pounds, up 1.1 per cent, while Wales rose 2.6 per cent to 215,000 pounds and Scotland 2.3 per cent to 196,000 pounds. Northern Ireland reached 202,000 pounds in Quarter 2 2026, up 9.2 per cent, its highest annual rate since Quarter 4 2022. Among English regions, the North East had the highest annual inflation at 4.9 per cent, up from 4.0 per cent. London had the lowest, with prices down 3.3 per cent, an eleventh consecutive annual fall and the lowest rate since January 2024; the average London price is 569,000 pounds, 19,000 pounds below its July 2025 peak. The ONS attributes the UK slowdown to a sharp slowing in the South West, with London and the West Midlands also contributing. First estimates are provisional and are revised for 12 months; the next release is 21 October 2026. |
