House prices in Southend-on-Sea
The average house price in Southend-on-Sea is £328,939, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Southend-on-Sea have risen (+4.2%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+10.5%). Five years ago the average was around £297,600. That puts Southend-on-Sea 13% above the England average of £292,095. That makes Southend-on-Sea the 121st most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 72nd fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Southend-on-Sea peaked at around £340,088 (November 2022). Since 1995 the average has changed by +616.0%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -13.2% 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 Southend-on-Sea compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southend-on-Sea | £328,939 | +4.2% | +10.5% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| Cheltenham | £329,183 | +3.7% | +16.8% |
| Slough | £329,713 | -4.4% | +4.8% |
| Bromsgrove | £330,194 | -1.0% | +15.5% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Cheltenham — £329,183
- Slough — £329,713
- Bromsgrove — £330,194
- Tewkesbury — £327,410
- Wiltshire — £327,384
- Thurrock — £327,028
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Southend-on-Sea?
The average house price in Southend-on-Sea is £328,939 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 Southend-on-Sea rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Southend-on-Sea have risen (+4.2%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+10.5%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Southend-on-Sea?
On the average Southend-on-Sea home, a 10% deposit is about £32,894, and a 5% deposit around £16,447. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Southend-on-Sea rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Southend-on-Sea is the 121st most expensive and the 72nd fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Southend-on-Sea 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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