House prices in Cheshire West and Chester
The average house price in Cheshire West and Chester is £268,449, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Cheshire West and Chester have risen strongly (+5.8%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+22.1%). Five years ago the average was around £219,812. That puts Cheshire West and Chester 8% below the England average of £292,095. That makes Cheshire West and Chester the 179th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 36th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Cheshire West and Chester peaked at around £268,499 (March 2026). Since 1995 the average has changed by +411.2%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -4.1% 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 Cheshire West and Chester compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshire West and Chester | £268,449 | +5.8% | +22.1% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| Thanet | £267,616 | -0.6% | +6.8% |
| North Yorkshire | £270,320 | +2.6% | +15.6% |
| North Warwickshire | £265,742 | +1.7% | +16.8% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Thanet — £267,616
- North Yorkshire — £270,320
- North Warwickshire — £265,742
- Dover — £271,263
- Cardiff — £272,866
- Stafford — £263,494
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Cheshire West and Chester?
The average house price in Cheshire West and Chester is £268,449 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 Cheshire West and Chester rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Cheshire West and Chester have risen strongly (+5.8%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+22.1%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Cheshire West and Chester?
On the average Cheshire West and Chester home, a 10% deposit is about £26,845, and a 5% deposit around £13,422. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Cheshire West and Chester rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Cheshire West and Chester is the 179th most expensive and the 36th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Cheshire West and Chester 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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