"We’re seeing sustained buyer interest and price growth in a wide range of regions, from Salford, to Middlesbrough, Uttlesford and Tandridge. These hotspots show that well-connected, affordable, or desirable areas are continuing to attract strong interest"
- Adam Day - eXp UK
Average UK house prices dropped sharply in April 2025, falling 3.7% in a single month following the withdrawal of temporary stamp duty support, according to the latest UK House Price Index from the Land Registry.
Further analysis by eXp UK shows that prices across England are now down 0.9% since the beginning of the year. While regional and local trends vary, several areas have recorded notably steep corrections.
Only one region escapes the downturn
The North West saw the largest regional fall, with house prices declining by 1.9%. This was followed by the North East (-1.6%), the West Midlands (-1.3%), and the South West (-1.2%). London was the only region not to experience a decline in average prices since January.
However, a closer look at the capital’s boroughs reveals a mixed picture. Some of London’s most expensive areas saw some of the largest local declines. Camden registered a drop of 8.6%, while prices in Hammersmith and Fulham fell by 7.8%. The City of Westminster was also down by 5.7%.
Outside the capital, several other markets experienced sharp corrections. These included Castle Point and Broadland, both down 4.9%, followed by Tower Hamlets (-4.8%) and Adur (-4.5%).
Growth in unexpected places
Despite the broader decline, a number of areas have recorded positive price growth since the start of 2025. Salford has seen the strongest increase, with house prices rising 7.6%. Close behind were Middlesbrough and Uttlesford, both up 7.5%.
Other local authorities showing above-average growth include North Kesteven (6.8%), Basingstoke and Deane (6.7%), Tandridge (6.6%), and East Staffordshire (6.4%). Ribble Valley (6.2%), Barking and Dagenham (5.9%), and Kingston upon Thames (5.7%) also saw notable increases.
Local demand, affordability, regeneration initiatives, and a renewed interest in urban living appear to be driving performance in these areas. Some have benefited from proximity to larger urban centres, while others offer a more competitively priced alternative to nearby regions.
“This latest reduction in property values is a clear reflection of the impact government support can have on buyer behaviour, with the end of the stamp duty incentive pulling forward demand into Q1 and creating a vacuum in April." comments head of eXp UK and Europe Adam Day. "But beneath the headline figures, the market remains diverse and dynamic."
“We’re seeing sustained buyer interest and price growth in a wide range of regions, from Salford, to Middlesbrough, Uttlesford and Tandridge. These hotspots show that well-connected, affordable, or desirable areas are continuing to attract strong interest."
“As always, property remains a hyper-local asset, and while some parts of the country are undergoing correction, others are thriving.”
