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Area guide

ST20 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the ST20 postcode area, covering Stafford and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

ST20 area price snapshot

Average price

£214,213

Median price

£226,500

5-year trend

+24.5%

Total sales

3,489

The ST20 area has 194 individual postcodes with 3,489 registered sales. Prices are +46.0% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Stafford. The five-year price movement is +24.5%.

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

With an average of £214,213, ST20 is a mid-range area, +46.0% 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 3,489 recorded sales across 194 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in ST20 is +24.5%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for ST20

  • 🏠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 ST20 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 ST20.
  • 🏘️Explore Stafford. Much of the ST20 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 ST20 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 ST20

ST20 0DT

£120,013 avg · 108 sales

ST20 0HS

£107,744 avg · 94 sales

ST20 0AR

£148,578 avg · 74 sales

ST20 0HZ

£124,711 avg · 72 sales

ST20 0DW

£118,407 avg · 71 sales

ST20 0DR

£153,856 avg · 69 sales

ST20 0AG

£215,045 avg · 67 sales

ST20 0LZ

£108,087 avg · 67 sales

ST20 0DA

£181,502 avg · 66 sales

View all 194 postcodes in ST20 →

Useful tools for ST20 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,784

Avg £214,213 in ST20

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 ST20 with other areas

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Stafford data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This ST20 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 ST20?

The average sold price in the ST20 postcode area is £214,213, based on 3,489 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Stafford.

How do ST20 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in ST20 average £214,213, which is +46.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is ST20 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

ST20 is +46.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. The area covers 194 postcodes.

How have ST20 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in ST20 have moved +24.5% 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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