Area guide
Everything you need to know about buying property in the BB9 postcode area, covering Nelson and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.
Average price
£82,346
Median price
£67,500
5-year trend
+83.7%
Total sales
27,375
The BB9 area has 1,174 individual postcodes with 27,375 registered sales. Prices are +79.2% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Nelson. The five-year price movement is +83.7%.
BB9 is among the most affordable postcode areas with an average of £82,346, +79.2% below the national average. Entry-level markets appeal to budget-conscious buyers and landlords. The dataset includes 27,375 recorded sales across 1,174 postcodes.
The five-year price trend in BB9 is +83.7%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.
BB9 9RH
£62,367 avg · 155 sales
BB9 8NW
£161,509 avg · 146 sales
BB9 0NT
£136,422 avg · 140 sales
BB9 9RQ
£32,808 avg · 130 sales
BB9 5PU
£103,589 avg · 128 sales
BB9 9HP
£35,213 avg · 128 sales
BB9 8RT
£45,878 avg · 126 sales
BB9 9HL
£33,675 avg · 125 sales
BB9 0JS
£49,317 avg · 120 sales
This BB9 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
The average sold price in the BB9 postcode area is £82,346, based on 27,375 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Nelson.
Properties in BB9 average £82,346, which is +79.2% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.
The median price (£67,500) is 18.0% below the average (£82,346), 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.
Prices in BB9 have moved +83.7% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.
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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