House prices in Southend-on-Sea
The average house price in Southend-on-Sea is £326,132, based on the latest August 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Southend-on-Sea have been broadly flat (-0.0%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+7.9%). Five years ago the average was around £302,171. That puts Southend-on-Sea 11% above the England average of £293,525. That makes Southend-on-Sea the 127th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 204th 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 +609.9%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -15.2% 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 | £326,132 | -0.0% | +7.9% |
| England | £293,525 | +0.4% | +13.2% |
| Rushmoor | £326,799 | -0.0% | +10.4% |
| Wiltshire | £328,102 | +1.5% | +13.7% |
| Cheltenham | £328,178 | +0.9% | +13.2% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Rushmoor:£326,799
- Wiltshire:£328,102
- Cheltenham:£328,178
- Milton Keynes:£323,868
- Dorset:£328,589
- Tewkesbury:£323,497
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 £326,132 as of August 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 been broadly flat (-0.0%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+7.9%). 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 £32,613, and a 5% deposit around £16,307. 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 127th most expensive and the 204th 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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