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Area guide

SP8 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the SP8 postcode area, covering Gillingham and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

SP8 area price snapshot

Average price

£208,495

Median price

£200,000

5-year trend

+24.7%

Total sales

11,303

The SP8 area has 501 individual postcodes with 11,303 registered sales. Prices are +47.5% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Gillingham. The five-year price movement is +24.7%.

About Gillingham

A Medway town with fast Southeastern trains to London Victoria, a strong naval and engineering heritage, and competitively priced family housing near the Kent coast.

🚆 Main station

Gillingham (Kent)

⏱️ London commute

~45 min by train

🏫 Notable school

Rainham Mark Grammar School

View full Gillingham property data →

Market context

With an average of £208,495, SP8 is a mid-range area, +47.5% 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 11,303 recorded sales across 501 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in SP8 is +24.7%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for SP8

  • 🏠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 SP8 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 SP8.
  • 🏘️Explore Gillingham. Much of the SP8 activity centres on Gillingham. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the SP8 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 SP8

SP8 4XE

£139,780 avg · 183 sales

SP8 4PG

£181,476 avg · 172 sales

SP8 4SP

£113,162 avg · 166 sales

SP8 4FL

£217,235 avg · 137 sales

SP8 4RR

£122,197 avg · 136 sales

SP8 4FA

£172,943 avg · 133 sales

SP8 4FE

£164,518 avg · 132 sales

SP8 4QS

£161,159 avg · 130 sales

SP8 4TP

£174,008 avg · 129 sales

View all 501 postcodes in SP8 →

Useful tools for SP8 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,670

Avg £208,495 in SP8

Full guide →

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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 SP8 with other areas

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Gillingham data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This SP8 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 SP8?

The average sold price in the SP8 postcode area is £208,495, based on 11,303 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Gillingham.

How do SP8 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in SP8 average £208,495, which is +47.5% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is SP8 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

SP8 is +47.5% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. With 501 postcodes, there is a wide range of property options and price points within this area.

How have SP8 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in SP8 have moved +24.7% 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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