House prices in Vale of Glamorgan
The average house price in Vale of Glamorgan is £292,677, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Vale of Glamorgan have risen (+2.9%), and over the last five years they have risen strongly (+22.5%). Five years ago the average was around £238,966. That puts Vale of Glamorgan 36% above the Wales average of £215,252. That makes Vale of Glamorgan the 156th most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 128th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Vale of Glamorgan peaked at around £300,476 (October 2025). Since 1995 the average has changed by +486.4%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -3.8% 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 Vale of Glamorgan compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vale of Glamorgan | £292,677 | +2.9% | +22.5% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| Medway | £292,653 | -0.4% | +13.9% |
| West Northamptonshire | £292,495 | +1.8% | +16.4% |
| North Norfolk | £293,640 | -0.7% | +7.0% |
Areas with similar house prices
- Medway — £292,653
- West Northamptonshire — £292,495
- North Norfolk — £293,640
- Swale — £294,113
- West Devon — £294,782
- Forest of Dean — £289,671
Compare with the Wales average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Vale of Glamorgan?
The average house price in Vale of Glamorgan is £292,677 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 Vale of Glamorgan rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Vale of Glamorgan have risen (+2.9%). Over five years they have risen strongly (+22.5%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Vale of Glamorgan?
On the average Vale of Glamorgan home, a 10% deposit is about £29,268, and a 5% deposit around £14,634. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Vale of Glamorgan rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Vale of Glamorgan is the 156th most expensive and the 128th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Vale of Glamorgan 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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