House prices in Dacorum
The average house price in Dacorum is £454,770, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Dacorum have been broadly flat (-0.0%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+13.1%). Five years ago the average was around £402,158. That puts Dacorum 56% above the England average of £292,095. That makes Dacorum the 52nd most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 241st fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Dacorum peaked at around £470,539 (November 2025). Since 1995 the average has changed by +545.3%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -11.2% 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 Dacorum compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dacorum | £454,770 | -0.0% | +13.1% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| Welwyn Hatfield | £453,552 | +6.2% | +8.4% |
| Havering | £452,798 | +2.8% | +17.1% |
| Tunbridge Wells | £452,286 | -0.0% | +12.0% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Welwyn Hatfield — £453,552
- Havering — £452,798
- Tunbridge Wells — £452,286
- Surrey Heath — £457,454
- East Hertfordshire — £460,485
- Greenwich — £463,436
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Dacorum?
The average house price in Dacorum is £454,770 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 Dacorum rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Dacorum have been broadly flat (-0.0%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+13.1%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Dacorum?
On the average Dacorum home, a 10% deposit is about £45,477, and a 5% deposit around £22,739. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Dacorum rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Dacorum is the 52nd most expensive and the 241st fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Dacorum 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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