The latest figures show prices in St Helens jumped by 1.4% in June, outpacing the North West average of just 0.3%. This continues the upward trend for the area, with prices up a healthy 3% over the past year.
What’s your home worth? The average house price in St Helens now stands at £184,819, a tidy £5,300 increase compared to last year. This places St Helens 22nd out of 35 local authorities in the North West for annual house price growth.
Regionally, it’s a mixed bag. While Cheshire East enjoys the fastest growth at 10.2% (average price: £301,000), Pendle residents face declining values, with prices dropping 2.9% to an average of £128,000.
Calling all first-time buyers! Getting on the property ladder in St Helens just got a bit pricier. The average first-time buyer shelled out £166,100 in June, £5,100 more than a year ago.
Thinking of selling? You’re in luck! Sellers in St Helens are laughing all the way to the bank. The average price paid by former owner-occupiers in June was a cool £206,700, a significant 24.4% premium over what first-time buyers are paying.
Terraced houses lead the way. June saw the biggest price surge for terraced houses, with values climbing 1.6% to an average of £143,890. Over the past year, terraced house prices have increased by a solid 2.6%.
Here’s a breakdown of other property types:
- Detached: Up 1.4% monthly; up 3.7% annually; average price: £303,174
- Semi-detached: Up 1.3% monthly; up 3.4% annually; average price: £192,209
- Flats: Up 1% monthly; flat over the year; average price: £104,679
How does St Helens compare? Despite the strong growth, St Helens still offers more affordable housing options compared to the rest of the North West. The average June price in St Helens was 16.2% lower than the regional average of £220,000.
Looking for a bargain? Head to Burnley, where properties are the cheapest in the North West at an average of £112,000. At the other end of the spectrum, Trafford boasts the region’s priciest properties, with an average price tag of £375,000 – more than double the cost of a home in St Helens!
St Helens House Prices at a Glance:
- Average June price: £184,819
- Annual growth (to June): +3%
North West Property Market Snapshot:
- Average June price: £220,441
- Annual growth (to June): +3.7%
UK Housing Market Overview:
- Average June price: £287,924
- Annual growth (to June): +2.7%