House prices in South Cambridgeshire
The average house price in South Cambridgeshire is £436,011, based on the latest June 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in South Cambridgeshire have risen (+4.9%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+12.1%). Five years ago the average was around £389,109. That puts South Cambridgeshire 49% above the England average of £293,262. That makes South Cambridgeshire the 60th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 79th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in South Cambridgeshire peaked at around £451,901 (September 2025). Since 1995 the average has changed by +480.8%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -12.0% 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 South Cambridgeshire compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Cambridgeshire | £436,011 | +4.9% | +12.1% |
| England | £293,262 | +1.8% | +10.2% |
| Horsham | £436,940 | -0.2% | +13.4% |
| Woking | £433,790 | -2.7% | +3.7% |
| Chichester | £429,978 | -2.3% | +6.5% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Horsham:£436,940
- Woking:£433,790
- Chichester:£429,978
- Spelthorne:£429,916
- Tunbridge Wells:£445,133
- Mid Sussex:£426,441
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in South Cambridgeshire?
The average house price in South Cambridgeshire is £436,011 as of June 2026, according to the HM Land Registry House Price Index. This is an average across all property types.
Are house prices in South Cambridgeshire rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in South Cambridgeshire have risen (+4.9%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+12.1%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in South Cambridgeshire?
On the average South Cambridgeshire home, a 10% deposit is about £43,601, and a 5% deposit around £21,801. Your mortgage is then based on the rest: see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in South Cambridgeshire rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, South Cambridgeshire is the 60th most expensive and the 79th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my South Cambridgeshire 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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