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Area guide

B49 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the B49 postcode area, covering Alcester and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

B49 area price snapshot

Average price

£251,128

Median price

£285,000

5-year trend

+29.6%

Total sales

5,888

The B49 area has 321 individual postcodes with 5,888 registered sales. Prices are +36.7% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Alcester. The five-year price movement is +29.6%.

Market context

With an average of £251,128, B49 is a mid-range area, +36.7% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 5,888 recorded sales across 321 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in B49 is +29.6%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for B49

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how B49 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in B49.
  • 🏘️Explore Alcester. Much of the B49 activity centres on Alcester. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the B49 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in B49

B49 6PX

£86,458 avg · 144 sales

B49 5AY

£98,884 avg · 135 sales

B49 6BL

£93,641 avg · 117 sales

B49 5DJ

£87,975 avg · 101 sales

B49 6EF

£91,736 avg · 93 sales

B49 5ET

£271,133 avg · 87 sales

B49 5RB

£118,374 avg · 85 sales

B49 6LD

£116,055 avg · 85 sales

B49 5BA

£149,777 avg · 79 sales

View all 321 postcodes in B49 →

Useful tools for B49 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£2,556

Avg £251,128 in B49

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Asking Price Checker

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare B49 with other areas

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Alcester data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This B49 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in B49?

The average sold price in the B49 postcode area is £251,128, based on 5,888 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Alcester.

How do B49 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in B49 average £251,128, which is +36.7% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is B49 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

B49 is +36.7% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. The area covers 321 postcodes.

How have B49 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in B49 have moved +29.6% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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