House prices in East of England

Average price · May 2026· HM Land Registry data

£338,224Average house price
+2.3%Change over 1 year
+13.0%Change over 5 years
+16%vs England average
-11.2%5 years, after inflation
£33,822Typical 10% deposit

The average house price in East of England is £338,224, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in East of England have risen (+2.3%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+13.0%). Five years ago the average was around £299,192. That puts East of England 16% above the England average of £292,095.

1995: £55,8792026: £338,224

House prices in East of England peaked at around £345,454 (November 2022). Since 1995 the average has changed by +502.9%. 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.

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How East of England compares

AreaAverage price1 year5 years
East of England£338,224+2.3%+13.0%
England£292,095+2.3%+16.3%
Rushcliffe£338,301+3.5%+19.4%
Malvern Hills£337,558+3.9%+15.1%
Dartford£337,333-0.8%+3.7%

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in East of England?

The average house price in East of England is £338,224 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 East of England rising or falling?

Over the last 12 months, average prices in East of England have risen (+2.3%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+13.0%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.

How much deposit do you need to buy in East of England?

On the average East of England home, a 10% deposit is about £33,822, and a 5% deposit around £16,911. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.

How can I find out what my East of England 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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