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Area guide

SR7 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the SR7 postcode area, covering Seaham and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

SR7 area price snapshot

Average price

£117,262

Median price

£77,475

5-year trend

+54.1%

Total sales

15,514

The SR7 area has 785 individual postcodes with 15,514 registered sales. Prices are +70.4% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Seaham. The five-year price movement is +54.1%.

Market context

SR7 averages £117,262, placing it in the affordable category, +70.4% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 15,514 recorded sales across 785 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in SR7 is +54.1%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for SR7

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in SR7 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in SR7.
  • 🏘️Explore Seaham. Much of the SR7 activity centres on Seaham. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the SR7 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 SR7

SR7 7DG

£143,476 avg · 156 sales

SR7 7WX

£212,347 avg · 138 sales

SR7 7WR

£179,639 avg · 130 sales

SR7 7LW

£32,227 avg · 127 sales

SR7 7PU

£130,801 avg · 126 sales

SR7 7WG

£168,673 avg · 123 sales

SR7 9HX

£184,557 avg · 121 sales

SR7 7WT

£157,546 avg · 118 sales

SR7 7LL

£31,833 avg · 113 sales

View all 785 postcodes in SR7 →

Useful tools for SR7 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£0

Avg £117,262 in SR7

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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 SR7 with other areas

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Seaham data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This SR7 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 SR7?

The average sold price in the SR7 postcode area is £117,262, based on 15,514 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Seaham.

How do SR7 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in SR7 average £117,262, which is +70.4% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in SR7 lower than the average?

The median price (£77,475) is 33.9% below the average (£117,262), 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 SR7 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in SR7 have moved +54.1% 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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