Scotland House Prices & Affordability
Monthly data sourced from HM Land Registry UK House Price Index and ONS Housing Affordability. Last updated: .
Avg Price
£188,807
▼ trending
Annual Change
+7%
Strong annual price growth
HPER (2024)
5.3×
House price ÷ median earnings
Overall Score
87/100
vs all UK regions
24-Month Price Trend
Average house price — monthly, HM Land Registry
Affordability Analysis
Scotland is one of the most affordable regions in the UK and prices are rising — a strong window for first-time buyers.
The house price to earnings ratio (HPER) of 5.3× means a median-priced home costs roughly 5.3 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 £188,807, Scotland scores 93/100 for affordability — highly affordable relative to other uk regions. Prices have changed by +7% over the past 12 months (strong annual price growth).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average house price in Scotland in 2026?
- The current average house price in Scotland is £188,807, based on the latest HM Land Registry UK House Price Index. Prices have changed by +7% over the past 12 months.
- Is Scotland affordable for first-time buyers?
- Scotland has a house price to earnings ratio (HPER) of 5.3×, meaning the average property costs roughly 5.3 times the local median annual salary. Highly affordable relative to other UK regions. The UK average HPER is typically 7–9×.
- How have house prices changed in Scotland over the past year?
- Scotland house prices rose by 7.0% over the past 12 months to an average of £188,807, according to HM Land Registry data updated monthly.
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