House prices in Neath Port Talbot
The average house price in Neath Port Talbot is £161,864, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Neath Port Talbot have risen (+1.3%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+28.5%). Five years ago the average was around £125,987. That puts Neath Port Talbot 25% below the Wales average of £215,252. That makes Neath Port Talbot the 300th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 196th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Neath Port Talbot peaked at around £163,379 (July 2025). Since 1995 the average has changed by +387.7%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are +0.9% in real terms over the last five years — so in today’s money they have beaten 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 Neath Port Talbot compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neath Port Talbot | £161,864 | +1.3% | +28.5% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| South Tyneside | £159,318 | +3.8% | +21.0% |
| Gateshead | £158,765 | +6.3% | +19.2% |
| Blackburn with Darwen | £165,437 | +3.5% | +34.2% |
Areas with similar house prices
- South Tyneside — £159,318
- Gateshead — £158,765
- Blackburn with Darwen — £165,437
- Darlington — £157,239
- Rhondda Cynon Taf — £168,304
- Stockton-on-Tees — £169,010
Compare with the Wales average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Neath Port Talbot?
The average house price in Neath Port Talbot is £161,864 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 Neath Port Talbot rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Neath Port Talbot have risen (+1.3%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+28.5%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Neath Port Talbot?
On the average Neath Port Talbot home, a 10% deposit is about £16,186, and a 5% deposit around £8,093. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Neath Port Talbot rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Neath Port Talbot is the 300th most expensive and the 196th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Neath Port Talbot 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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