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Area guide

B62 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the B62 postcode area, covering Halesowen and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

B62 area price snapshot

Average price

£182,322

Median price

£170,500

5-year trend

+54.0%

Total sales

11,947

The B62 area has 511 individual postcodes with 11,947 registered sales. Prices are +54.1% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Halesowen. The five-year price movement is +54.0%.

About Halesowen

A West Midlands market town with good local schools, affordable housing and easy access to Birmingham via the M5 motorway.

🚆 Main station

Halesowen

⏱️ London commute

~120 min by train

View full Halesowen property data →

Market context

B62 averages £182,322, placing it in the affordable category, +54.1% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 11,947 recorded sales across 511 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in B62 is +54.0%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for B62

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in B62 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in B62.
  • 🏘️Explore Halesowen. Much of the B62 activity centres on Halesowen. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the B62 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 B62

B62 8HJ

£92,187 avg · 144 sales

B62 0LN

£206,897 avg · 115 sales

B62 8SG

£89,311 avg · 113 sales

B62 9HD

£95,654 avg · 100 sales

B62 8TR

£201,183 avg · 88 sales

B62 9EB

£134,278 avg · 83 sales

B62 9HB

£101,532 avg · 83 sales

B62 8LJ

£122,452 avg · 80 sales

B62 9LP

£101,106 avg · 79 sales

View all 511 postcodes in B62 →

Useful tools for B62 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,146

Avg £182,322 in B62

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare B62 with other areas

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Halesowen data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This B62 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 B62?

The average sold price in the B62 postcode area is £182,322, based on 11,947 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Halesowen.

How do B62 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in B62 average £182,322, which is +54.1% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in B62 lower than the average?

The median price (£170,500) is 6.5% below the average (£182,322), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have B62 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in B62 have moved +54.0% 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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