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Area guide

SY16 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the SY16 postcode area, covering Newtown and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

SY16 area price snapshot

Average price

£149,400

Median price

£150,000

5-year trend

+59.5%

Total sales

6,757

The SY16 area has 537 individual postcodes with 6,757 registered sales. Prices are +62.3% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Newtown. The five-year price movement is +59.5%.

Market context

SY16 averages £149,400, placing it in the affordable category, +62.3% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 6,757 recorded sales across 537 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in SY16 is +59.5%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for SY16

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in SY16 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 SY16.
  • 🏘️Explore Newtown. Much of the SY16 activity centres on Newtown. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the SY16 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 SY16

SY16 2TH

£173,665 avg · 94 sales

SY16 3EQ

£143,627 avg · 91 sales

SY16 2JG

£100,099 avg · 87 sales

SY16 2AL

£149,828 avg · 74 sales

SY16 1NU

£149,272 avg · 70 sales

SY16 1RE

£87,991 avg · 68 sales

SY16 4DA

£133,043 avg · 65 sales

SY16 2QR

£158,357 avg · 64 sales

SY16 3HA

£117,960 avg · 64 sales

View all 537 postcodes in SY16 →

Useful tools for SY16 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£488

Avg £149,400 in SY16

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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 SY16 with other areas

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Newtown data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This SY16 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 SY16?

The average sold price in the SY16 postcode area is £149,400, based on 6,757 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Newtown.

How do SY16 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in SY16 average £149,400, which is +62.3% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is SY16 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

SY16 is +62.3% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. With 537 postcodes, there is a wide range of property options and price points within this area.

How have SY16 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in SY16 have moved +59.5% 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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