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Area guide

DA18 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the DA18 postcode area, covering Erith and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

DA18 area price snapshot

Average price

£206,009

Median price

£129,995

5-year trend

+218.7%

Total sales

843

The DA18 area has 49 individual postcodes with 843 registered sales. Prices are +48.4% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Erith. The five-year price movement is +218.7%.

Market context

With an average of £206,009, DA18 is a mid-range area, +48.4% 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 843 recorded sales across 49 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in DA18 is +218.7%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for DA18

  • 🏠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 DA18 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 DA18.
  • 🏘️Explore Erith. Much of the DA18 activity centres on Erith. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the DA18 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 DA18

DA18 4HD

£167,495 avg · 45 sales

DA18 4DQ

£112,824 avg · 42 sales

DA18 4DZ

£168,397 avg · 39 sales

DA18 4HE

£124,154 avg · 38 sales

DA18 4HA

£110,703 avg · 37 sales

DA18 4HB

£109,966 avg · 37 sales

DA18 4DJ

£136,470 avg · 32 sales

DA18 4DL

£114,484 avg · 31 sales

DA18 4DS

£169,160 avg · 31 sales

View all 49 postcodes in DA18 →

Useful tools for DA18 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,620

Avg £206,009 in DA18

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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 DA18 with other areas

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Erith data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This DA18 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 DA18?

The average sold price in the DA18 postcode area is £206,009, based on 843 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Erith.

How do DA18 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in DA18 average £206,009, which is +48.4% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in DA18 lower than the average?

The median price (£129,995) is 36.9% below the average (£206,009), 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 DA18 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in DA18 have moved +218.7% 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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