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Area guide

BH20 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the BH20 postcode area, covering Wareham and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

BH20 area price snapshot

Average price

£268,640

Median price

£256,000

5-year trend

+223.2%

Total sales

9,511

The BH20 area has 577 individual postcodes with 9,511 registered sales. Prices are +32.7% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Wareham. The five-year price movement is +223.2%.

Market context

With an average of £268,640, BH20 is a mid-range area, +32.7% 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 9,511 recorded sales across 577 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in BH20 is +223.2%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for BH20

  • 🏠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 BH20 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 BH20.
  • 🏘️Explore Wareham. Much of the BH20 activity centres on Wareham. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the BH20 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 BH20

BH20 5HP

£211,331 avg · 116 sales

BH20 6HY

£99,599 avg · 99 sales

BH20 4QX

£141,488 avg · 94 sales

BH20 7NB

£145,448 avg · 92 sales

BH20 6NA

£236,381 avg · 76 sales

BH20 6LP

£154,879 avg · 75 sales

BH20 6LW

£162,641 avg · 71 sales

BH20 6EA

£129,973 avg · 69 sales

BH20 6EL

£263,924 avg · 66 sales

View all 577 postcodes in BH20 →

Useful tools for BH20 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£3,432

Avg £268,640 in BH20

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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 BH20 with other areas

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Wareham data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This BH20 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: August 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in BH20?

The average sold price in the BH20 postcode area is £268,640, based on 9,511 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Wareham.

How do BH20 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in BH20 average £268,640, which is +32.7% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Is BH20 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

BH20 is +32.7% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales. With 577 postcodes, there is a wide range of property options and price points within this area.

How have BH20 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in BH20 have moved +223.2% 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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