House prices in Southwark
The average house price in Southwark is £578,683, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Southwark have been broadly flat (+0.9%), and over the last five years they have risen (+2.2%). Five years ago the average was around £566,180. That puts Southwark 98% above the England average of £292,095. That makes Southwark the 17th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 208th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Southwark peaked at around £622,328 (December 2020). Since 1995 the average has changed by +638.5%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -19.7% 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 Southwark compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwark | £578,683 | +0.9% | +2.2% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| Three Rivers | £576,942 | -1.2% | +7.4% |
| Kingston upon Thames | £582,403 | -0.0% | +9.7% |
| Windsor and Maidenhead | £584,743 | +0.2% | +14.4% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Three Rivers — £576,942
- Kingston upon Thames — £582,403
- Windsor and Maidenhead — £584,743
- Ealing — £568,887
- Epsom and Ewell — £568,755
- Waverley — £567,214
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Southwark?
The average house price in Southwark is £578,683 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 Southwark rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Southwark have been broadly flat (+0.9%). Over five years they have risen (+2.2%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Southwark?
On the average Southwark home, a 10% deposit is about £57,868, and a 5% deposit around £28,934. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Southwark rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Southwark is the 17th most expensive and the 208th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Southwark 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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