Area guide
Everything you need to know about buying property in the CO8 postcode area, covering Bures and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.
Average price
£312,011
Median price
£335,000
5-year trend
+46.4%
Total sales
1,156
The CO8 area has 102 individual postcodes with 1,156 registered sales. Prices are +21.8% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Bures. The five-year price movement is +46.4%.
CO8 averages £312,011, placing it in the upper-mid range. This tier often attracts a mix of professionals, families and investors, with prices +21.8% below the national average. The dataset includes 1,156 recorded sales across 102 postcodes.
The five-year price trend in CO8 is +46.4%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.
CO8 5BX
£183,670 avg · 76 sales
CO8 5BE
£199,411 avg · 63 sales
CO8 5AE
£224,845 avg · 47 sales
CO8 5DB
£221,324 avg · 46 sales
CO8 5DF
£234,793 avg · 45 sales
CO8 5AD
£193,150 avg · 40 sales
CO8 5HZ
£373,069 avg · 37 sales
CO8 5EJ
£222,456 avg · 34 sales
CO8 5BG
£223,091 avg · 33 sales
This CO8 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
The average sold price in the CO8 postcode area is £312,011, based on 1,156 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Bures.
Properties in CO8 average £312,011, which is +21.8% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.
CO8 is +21.8% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales. The area covers 102 postcodes.
Prices in CO8 have moved +46.4% 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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