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Area guide

RM20 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the RM20 postcode area, covering Grays and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

RM20 area price snapshot

Average price

£297,748

Median price

£209,995

5-year trend

+153.8%

Total sales

4,522

The RM20 area has 118 individual postcodes with 4,522 registered sales. Prices are +25.0% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Grays. The five-year price movement is +153.8%.

Market context

With an average of £297,748, RM20 is a mid-range area, +25.0% 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 4,522 recorded sales across 118 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in RM20 is +153.8%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for RM20

  • 🏠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 RM20 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 RM20.
  • 🏘️Explore Grays. Much of the RM20 activity centres on Grays. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the RM20 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 RM20

RM20 4AS

£71,418 avg · 243 sales

RM20 4AW

£67,440 avg · 171 sales

RM20 4AJ

£107,712 avg · 139 sales

RM20 3JF

£117,231 avg · 125 sales

RM20 4AN

£98,446 avg · 123 sales

RM20 4XU

£137,173 avg · 119 sales

RM20 4BJ

£191,188 avg · 118 sales

RM20 4AE

£127,548 avg · 107 sales

RM20 4YE

£122,645 avg · 105 sales

View all 118 postcodes in RM20 →

Useful tools for RM20 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£4,887

Avg £297,748 in RM20

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Asking Price Checker

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare RM20 with other areas

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Grays data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This RM20 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 RM20?

The average sold price in the RM20 postcode area is £297,748, based on 4,522 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Grays.

How do RM20 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in RM20 average £297,748, which is +25.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in RM20 lower than the average?

The median price (£209,995) is 29.5% below the average (£297,748), 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 RM20 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in RM20 have moved +153.8% 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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