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Area guide

ST17 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the ST17 postcode area, covering Stafford and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

ST17 area price snapshot

Average price

£171,696

Median price

£155,000

5-year trend

+27.3%

Total sales

19,916

The ST17 area has 850 individual postcodes with 19,916 registered sales. Prices are +56.7% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Stafford. The five-year price movement is +27.3%.

About Stafford

A West Midlands county town with fast Avanti West Coast trains to London Euston, a historic town centre and affordable housing midway between Birmingham and Manchester.

🚆 Main station

Stafford

⏱️ London commute

~80 min by train

🏫 Notable school

King Edward VI High School

View full Stafford property data →

Market context

ST17 averages £171,696, placing it in the affordable category, +56.7% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 19,916 recorded sales across 850 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in ST17 is +27.3%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for ST17

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in ST17 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 ST17.
  • 🏘️Explore Stafford. Much of the ST17 activity centres on Stafford. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the ST17 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 ST17

ST17 4YA

£150,583 avg · 153 sales

ST17 9JY

£96,990 avg · 148 sales

ST17 0FG

£193,591 avg · 140 sales

ST17 0JP

£226,107 avg · 140 sales

ST17 9GE

£105,955 avg · 117 sales

ST17 4BS

£127,945 avg · 114 sales

ST17 4SD

£200,382 avg · 113 sales

ST17 4LT

£127,953 avg · 109 sales

ST17 0BX

£133,796 avg · 102 sales

View all 850 postcodes in ST17 →

Useful tools for ST17 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£934

Avg £171,696 in ST17

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 ST17 with other areas

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Stafford data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This ST17 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 ST17?

The average sold price in the ST17 postcode area is £171,696, based on 19,916 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Stafford.

How do ST17 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in ST17 average £171,696, which is +56.7% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in ST17 lower than the average?

The median price (£155,000) is 9.7% below the average (£171,696), 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 ST17 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in ST17 have moved +27.3% 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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