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Area guide

SE18 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the SE18 postcode area, covering London and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

SE18 area price snapshot

Average price

£258,431

Median price

£181,500

5-year trend

+56.9%

Total sales

31,583

The SE18 area has 1,126 individual postcodes with 31,583 registered sales. Prices are +34.9% below the national average, with the largest concentration in London. The five-year price movement is +56.9%.

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Market context

With an average of £258,431, SE18 is a mid-range area, +34.9% 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 31,583 recorded sales across 1,126 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in SE18 is +56.9%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for SE18

  • 🏠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 SE18 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 SE18.
  • 🏘️Explore London. Much of the SE18 activity centres on London. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the SE18 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 SE18

SE18 4PR

£192,969 avg · 230 sales

SE18 5SS

£129,992 avg · 210 sales

SE18 4PP

£206,804 avg · 205 sales

SE18 4PS

£219,489 avg · 205 sales

SE18 4NB

£198,267 avg · 187 sales

SE18 4LA

£223,027 avg · 186 sales

SE18 4PT

£204,595 avg · 168 sales

SE18 5SW

£130,560 avg · 157 sales

SE18 6XD

£320,897 avg · 155 sales

View all 1,126 postcodes in SE18 →

Useful tools for SE18 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£2,922

Avg £258,431 in SE18

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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 SE18 with other areas

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London data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This SE18 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 SE18?

The average sold price in the SE18 postcode area is £258,431, based on 31,583 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is London.

How do SE18 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in SE18 average £258,431, which is +34.9% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in SE18 lower than the average?

The median price (£181,500) is 29.8% below the average (£258,431), 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 SE18 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in SE18 have moved +56.9% 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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