UK House Prices
Search
Browse
TownsDistrictsPostcodesActive markets
Tools
Asking Price CheckerMortgage CalculatorStamp Duty Calculator
Reports & Guides
Market reportsProperty guidesMethodology
About
UK House Prices

Independent historical sold-price evidence from HM Land Registry for England and Wales.

Explore

TownsDistrictsPostcodes

Evidence tools

Asking Price CheckerMarket reportsProperty guides

Trust

MethodologyAboutPrivacy & terms

© 2026 UK House Prices. Data sourced from HM Land Registry.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Area guide

DE6 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the DE6 postcode area, covering Ashbourne and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

DE6 area price snapshot

Average price

£267,384

Median price

£250,000

5-year trend

+117.6%

Total sales

13,099

The DE6 area has 679 individual postcodes with 13,099 registered sales. Prices are +32.6% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Ashbourne. The five-year price movement is +117.6%.

Market context

With an average of £267,384, DE6 is a mid-range area, +32.6% 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 13,099 recorded sales across 679 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in DE6 is +117.6%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for DE6

  • 🏠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 DE6 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 DE6.
  • 🏘️Explore Ashbourne. Much of the DE6 activity centres on Ashbourne. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the DE6 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 DE6

DE6 1LH

£235,458 avg · 132 sales

DE6 1AS

£137,960 avg · 127 sales

DE6 1GY

£212,935 avg · 116 sales

DE6 1DP

£112,967 avg · 112 sales

DE6 1PF

£123,040 avg · 110 sales

DE6 5BE

£379,489 avg · 98 sales

DE6 1BH

£223,869 avg · 94 sales

DE6 1SY

£314,233 avg · 91 sales

DE6 1GQ

£169,094 avg · 88 sales

View all 679 postcodes in DE6 →

Useful tools for DE6 buyers

🧮

Stamp Duty ~£3,369

Avg £267,384 in DE6

Full guide →

📊

Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

📖

Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

⚖️

Location Comparison

Compare DE6 with other areas

🏘️

Ashbourne data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This DE6 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 DE6?

The average sold price in the DE6 postcode area is £267,384, based on 13,099 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Ashbourne.

How do DE6 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in DE6 average £267,384, which is +32.6% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in DE6 lower than the average?

The median price (£250,000) is 6.5% below the average (£267,384), 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 DE6 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in DE6 have moved +117.6% 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.

Related guides

Asking Price vs Sold Price in the UK

Understand the difference between asking prices and actual sold prices.

How to Use Sold Prices When Making an Offer

Use sold-price evidence to prepare for a UK property offer.

Down Valuations: What to Do

Respond to a low mortgage valuation with local sold-price evidence.

View all guides →