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Area guide

LE16 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the LE16 postcode area, covering Market Harborough and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

LE16 area price snapshot

Average price

£250,988

Median price

£244,000

5-year trend

+23.6%

Total sales

25,756

The LE16 area has 917 individual postcodes with 25,756 registered sales. Prices are +37.1% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Market Harborough. The five-year price movement is +23.6%.

Market context

With an average of £250,988, LE16 is a mid-range area, +37.1% 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 25,756 recorded sales across 917 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in LE16 is +23.6%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for LE16

  • 🏠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 LE16 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 LE16.
  • 🏘️Explore Market Harborough. Much of the LE16 activity centres on Market Harborough. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the LE16 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 LE16

LE16 7US

£170,927 avg · 256 sales

LE16 7XH

£171,431 avg · 179 sales

LE16 9HZ

£91,951 avg · 152 sales

LE16 7NF

£276,711 avg · 151 sales

LE16 7XD

£246,751 avg · 151 sales

LE16 7DW

£195,149 avg · 139 sales

LE16 9GJ

£241,938 avg · 139 sales

LE16 7XA

£129,292 avg · 138 sales

LE16 7XL

£199,364 avg · 134 sales

View all 917 postcodes in LE16 →

Useful tools for LE16 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£2,549

Avg £250,988 in LE16

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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 LE16 with other areas

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Market Harborough data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This LE16 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 LE16?

The average sold price in the LE16 postcode area is £250,988, based on 25,756 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Market Harborough.

How do LE16 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in LE16 average £250,988, which is +37.1% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Is LE16 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

LE16 is +37.1% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales. With 917 postcodes, there is a wide range of property options and price points within this area.

How have LE16 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in LE16 have moved +23.6% 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.

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