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Area guide

BA5 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the BA5 postcode area, covering Wells and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

BA5 area price snapshot

Average price

£245,516

Median price

£242,500

5-year trend

+58.5%

Total sales

12,221

The BA5 area has 659 individual postcodes with 12,221 registered sales. Prices are +38.1% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Wells. The five-year price movement is +58.5%.

Market context

With an average of £245,516, BA5 is a mid-range area, +38.1% 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 12,221 recorded sales across 659 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in BA5 is +58.5%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for BA5

  • 🏠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 BA5 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 BA5.
  • 🏘️Explore Wells. Much of the BA5 activity centres on Wells. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the BA5 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 BA5

BA5 3DF

£107,893 avg · 191 sales

BA5 1SH

£77,609 avg · 156 sales

BA5 2DQ

£134,263 avg · 121 sales

BA5 3DE

£114,301 avg · 119 sales

BA5 1SF

£179,333 avg · 103 sales

BA5 2QX

£187,898 avg · 99 sales

BA5 1SG

£215,328 avg · 97 sales

BA5 3JS

£132,973 avg · 96 sales

BA5 1PD

£388,768 avg · 92 sales

View all 659 postcodes in BA5 →

Useful tools for BA5 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£2,410

Avg £245,516 in BA5

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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 BA5 with other areas

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Wells data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This BA5 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 BA5?

The average sold price in the BA5 postcode area is £245,516, based on 12,221 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Wells.

How do BA5 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in BA5 average £245,516, which is +38.1% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is BA5 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

BA5 is +38.1% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. With 659 postcodes, there is a wide range of property options and price points within this area.

How have BA5 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in BA5 have moved +58.5% 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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