House prices in Southend-on-Sea
The average house price in Southend-on-Sea is £325,586, based on the latest June 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Southend-on-Sea have risen (+3.7%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+7.7%). Five years ago the average was around £302,288. That puts Southend-on-Sea 11% above the England average of £293,262. That makes Southend-on-Sea the 128th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 126th 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 +608.7%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -15.4% 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 | £325,586 | +3.7% | +7.7% |
| England | £293,262 | +1.8% | +10.2% |
| Dorset | £325,410 | +1.6% | +9.1% |
| Cheltenham | £325,399 | +2.2% | +12.4% |
| Milton Keynes | £325,104 | -0.1% | +15.8% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Dorset:£325,410
- Cheltenham:£325,399
- Milton Keynes:£325,104
- Thurrock:£327,176
- Stevenage:£323,429
- Wychavon:£328,015
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 £325,586 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 Southend-on-Sea rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Southend-on-Sea have risen (+3.7%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+7.7%). 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 £32,559, and a 5% deposit around £16,279. 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 128th most expensive and the 126th 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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