House prices in Bath and North East Somerset
The average house price in Bath and North East Somerset is £406,169, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Bath and North East Somerset have been broadly flat (+0.9%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+15.1%). Five years ago the average was around £352,737. That puts Bath and North East Somerset 39% above the England average of £292,095. That makes Bath and North East Somerset the 71st most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 206th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Bath and North East Somerset peaked at around £424,185 (November 2025). Since 1995 the average has changed by +536.7%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -9.5% 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 Bath and North East Somerset compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bath and North East Somerset | £406,169 | +0.9% | +15.1% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| Newham | £405,002 | -1.4% | +1.2% |
| Vale of White Horse | £407,966 | +3.6% | +18.7% |
| Brighton and Hove | £403,999 | -1.4% | +6.0% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Newham — £405,002
- Vale of White Horse — £407,966
- Brighton and Hove — £403,999
- Cotswold — £408,433
- Bexley — £408,585
- Tonbridge and Malling — £403,227
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Bath and North East Somerset?
The average house price in Bath and North East Somerset is £406,169 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 Bath and North East Somerset rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Bath and North East Somerset have been broadly flat (+0.9%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+15.1%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Bath and North East Somerset?
On the average Bath and North East Somerset home, a 10% deposit is about £40,617, and a 5% deposit around £20,308. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Bath and North East Somerset rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Bath and North East Somerset is the 71st most expensive and the 206th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Bath and North East Somerset 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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