East of England House Prices & Affordability
Monthly data sourced from HM Land Registry UK House Price Index and ONS Housing Affordability. Last updated: .
Avg Price
£340,385
▲ trending
Annual Change
+4.4%
Moderate annual price growth
HPER (2024)
9.5×
House price ÷ median earnings
Overall Score
46/100
vs all UK regions
24-Month Price Trend
Average house price — monthly, HM Land Registry
Affordability Analysis
East of England is above-average in cost, with buyers typically needing 9.5× their salary — careful affordability planning is needed.
The house price to earnings ratio (HPER) of 9.5× means a median-priced home costs roughly 9.5 times the local median annual salary (data year: 2024). The UK average is typically 7–9×, with London often exceeding 12×.
At an average price of £340,385, East of England scores 44/100 for affordability — below average affordability. Prices have changed by +4.4% over the past 12 months (moderate annual price growth).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average house price in East of England in 2026?
- The current average house price in East of England is £340,385, based on the latest HM Land Registry UK House Price Index. Prices have changed by +4.4% over the past 12 months.
- Is East of England affordable for first-time buyers?
- East of England has a house price to earnings ratio (HPER) of 9.5×, meaning the average property costs roughly 9.5 times the local median annual salary. Below average affordability. The UK average HPER is typically 7–9×.
- How have house prices changed in East of England over the past year?
- East of England house prices rose by 4.4% over the past 12 months to an average of £340,385, according to HM Land Registry data updated monthly.
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