Summary
House prices in Wales increased more than the UK average over the past year, with some areas seeing significant rises. The Office for National Statistics reported a 5% increase in Welsh house prices compared to a 2.4% rise across the UK. Although house prices in some regions like Ceredigion and Merthyr Tydfil fell, areas like Blaenau Gwent and Anglesey experienced notable growth.
Key Facts
- Welsh house prices increased by 5% in the year ending December 2025.
- The UK average house price increase was 2.4% during the same period.
- Blaenau Gwent and Anglesey had the largest price increases in Wales, with rises of 7% and 7.2% respectively.
- In Ceredigion, house prices dropped by 4.1%, while in Merthyr Tydfil they fell by 4.4%.
- The average house price in Wales reached £215,000 in December 2025.
- Demand from buyers has decreased slightly due to economic factors and higher mortgage rates.
- Many buyers are moving to Wales from more expensive areas like Cardiff, Newport, and Bristol.
- First-time buyers face challenges affording monthly mortgage repayments despite having a deposit.
