House prices in Tunbridge Wells
The average house price in Tunbridge Wells is £452,845, based on the latest August 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Tunbridge Wells have been broadly flat (-0.1%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+7.4%). Five years ago the average was around £421,592. That puts Tunbridge Wells 54% above the England average of £293,525. That makes Tunbridge Wells the 53rd most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 208th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Tunbridge Wells peaked at around £471,251 (December 2022). Since 1995 the average has changed by +527.3%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -15.6% 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 Tunbridge Wells compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tunbridge Wells | £452,845 | -0.1% | +7.4% |
| England | £293,525 | +0.4% | +13.2% |
| Winchester | £453,188 | +0.1% | +1.6% |
| Dacorum | £450,935 | +0.1% | +8.5% |
| East Hertfordshire | £455,973 | +1.9% | +11.9% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Winchester:£453,188
- Dacorum:£450,935
- East Hertfordshire:£455,973
- Tower Hamlets:£447,950
- Surrey Heath:£457,981
- Sutton:£458,954
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Tunbridge Wells?
The average house price in Tunbridge Wells is £452,845 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 Tunbridge Wells rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Tunbridge Wells have been broadly flat (-0.1%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+7.4%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Tunbridge Wells?
On the average Tunbridge Wells home, a 10% deposit is about £45,285, and a 5% deposit around £22,642. Your mortgage is then based on the rest: see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Tunbridge Wells rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Tunbridge Wells is the 53rd most expensive and the 208th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Tunbridge Wells 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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