House prices in Babergh
The average house price in Babergh is £325,407, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Babergh have risen (+1.5%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+10.2%). Five years ago the average was around £295,350. That puts Babergh 11% above the England average of £292,095. That makes Babergh the 128th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 192nd fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Babergh peaked at around £348,951 (October 2022). Since 1995 the average has changed by +472.6%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -13.4% in real terms over the last five years — so in today’s money they have lagged behind the wider cost of living. Remember this is an area average — your own home’s value depends on its exact street, size and condition.
How Babergh compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Babergh | £325,407 | +1.5% | +10.2% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| Monmouthshire | £325,582 | -1.7% | +17.4% |
| Milton Keynes | £324,767 | -0.7% | +17.8% |
| Fareham | £326,107 | -0.0% | +10.7% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Monmouthshire — £325,582
- Milton Keynes — £324,767
- Fareham — £326,107
- Dorset — £326,381
- Thurrock — £327,028
- Arun — £323,532
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Babergh?
The average house price in Babergh is £325,407 as of May 2026, according to the HM Land Registry House Price Index. This is an average across all property types.
Are house prices in Babergh rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Babergh have risen (+1.5%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+10.2%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Babergh?
On the average Babergh home, a 10% deposit is about £32,541, and a 5% deposit around £16,270. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Babergh rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Babergh is the 128th most expensive and the 192nd fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Babergh home is worth?
Use our free house value calculator — enter your postcode and what you paid, and it estimates today's value from Land Registry data. For a precise figure, ask a local estate agent or RICS surveyor.
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