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Only Around Half of UK Homes Increased in Value in 2025

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Thu 22 Jan 2026

Only Around Half of UK Homes Increased in Value in 2025

Analysis of UK property data shows that in 2025 only about half of the country’s 30 million homes saw their market values rise compared with the previous year, highlighting a mixed picture for homeowners.

According to the figures, roughly 15.2 million homes recorded price increases of at least 1 %, with these properties seeing an average uplift of around £9,900. Among this group, more than 3 million homeowners enjoyed gains of £20,000 or more.

However, the remaining homes were split between those whose values dropped and those that stayed broadly flat. Around 9.1 million properties lost at least 1 % of their value, while about 5.6 million saw little change overall.

The data also shows notable regional differences. Northern regions of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland tended to record a higher proportion of homes with value increases, often well above the national average, reflecting stronger demand and performance in these areas.

In contrast, Southern England — including parts of the South East and South West — saw fewer properties gain value over the year, with a larger share of homes experiencing price declines.

Overall, the latest figures suggest that while the UK housing market showed modest value growth in parts of the country during 2025, it was far from uniform, with many homeowners seeing minimal or negative changes in their property’s worth.