House prices in Cornwall
The average house price in Cornwall is £279,722, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Cornwall have risen (+4.0%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+10.9%). Five years ago the average was around £252,327. That puts Cornwall 4% below the England average of £292,095. That makes Cornwall the 171st most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 82nd fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Cornwall peaked at around £306,045 (November 2022). Since 1995 the average has changed by +512.4%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -12.9% 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 Cornwall compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornwall | £279,722 | +4.0% | +10.9% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| East Suffolk | £279,914 | +2.1% | +9.1% |
| Charnwood | £278,883 | +5.1% | +22.3% |
| Shropshire | £280,739 | +3.1% | +22.5% |
Areas with similar house prices
- East Suffolk — £279,914
- Charnwood — £278,883
- Shropshire — £280,739
- Somerset — £280,768
- Exeter — £281,197
- Blaby — £281,459
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Cornwall?
The average house price in Cornwall is £279,722 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 Cornwall rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Cornwall have risen (+4.0%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+10.9%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Cornwall?
On the average Cornwall home, a 10% deposit is about £27,972, and a 5% deposit around £13,986. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Cornwall rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Cornwall is the 171st most expensive and the 82nd fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Cornwall 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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