Latest UK HPI data shows annual house price growth hit 2.5% in August

Latest UK HPI data shows annual house price growth hit 2.5% in August

Although somewhat historic, data released by the ONS and the Land Registry is widely regarded as being one of the most accurate barometers of the UK housing market. The latest release reveals that UK house prices increased by 2.5% over the year to August, up from 2.1% in July 2020. Please click or tap the picture to find out more

According to the figures, average house prices increased over the year in England to £256,000 ( a rise of 2.8%), Wales to £173,000 (2.7%), Scotland to £155,000 (0.6%) and Northern Ireland to £141,000 (3.0%).
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Source: Property Reporter


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