What is the average house price in Essex?

The average house price in Essex is £400,756, with a median price of £360,000. Based on HM Land Registry data as of March 2026.

Are house prices in Essex going up or down?

House prices in Essex have fallen by 5.6% over the past 12 months. This is based on completed transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

How many properties are sold in Essex each year?

Approximately 251,797 properties were sold in Essex in the most recent 12-month period, according to HM Land Registry data.

What are the most expensive areas in Essex?

The most expensive areas in Essex by average house price are: Ingatestone (£692,500), Romford (£688,000), Broxbourne (£660,000), Leigh-on-Sea (£647,500), Buckhurst Hill (£632,500). Prices are based on recent Land Registry transactions.

House Prices in Essex

Average Price

£400,756

-5.6% vs last year

Median Price

£360,000

5-Year Change

-4.1%

Total Transactions

251,797

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Price Trend

Median Price by Property Type

Detached

£500,000

Semi-Detached

£370,000

Terraced

£322,000

Flat

£203,000

Towns in Essex

Explore sold house prices and trends for 48 towns and cities in Essex.

House prices in Essex are based on 251,797 Land Registry transactions since 2016. The average property price is £400,756 with a median of £360,000. Prices have fallen 5.6% over the past year. Explore individual town pages for street-level sold price data and local market trends.

Data source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Open Government Licence v3.0). Last updated: April 2026.