South East House Prices & Affordability
Monthly data sourced from HM Land Registry UK House Price Index and ONS Housing Affordability. Last updated: .
Avg Price
£383,605
▲ trending
Annual Change
+4.4%
Moderate annual price growth
HPER (2024)
10.2×
House price ÷ median earnings
Overall Score
40/100
vs all UK regions
24-Month Price Trend
Average house price — monthly, HM Land Registry
Affordability Analysis
South East is above-average in cost, with buyers typically needing 10.2× their salary — careful affordability planning is needed.
The house price to earnings ratio (HPER) of 10.2× means a median-priced home costs roughly 10.2 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 £383,605, South East scores 35/100 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 South East in 2026?
- The current average house price in South East is £383,605, based on the latest HM Land Registry UK House Price Index. Prices have changed by +4.4% over the past 12 months.
- Is South East affordable for first-time buyers?
- South East has a house price to earnings ratio (HPER) of 10.2×, meaning the average property costs roughly 10.2 times the local median annual salary. Below average affordability. The UK average HPER is typically 7–9×.
- How have house prices changed in South East over the past year?
- South East house prices rose by 4.4% over the past 12 months to an average of £383,605, according to HM Land Registry data updated monthly.
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