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Area guide

TN40 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the TN40 postcode area, covering Bexhill-on-sea and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

TN40 area price snapshot

Average price

£163,754

Median price

£153,500

5-year trend

+147.7%

Total sales

16,939

The TN40 area has 454 individual postcodes with 16,939 registered sales. Prices are +58.7% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Bexhill-on-sea. The five-year price movement is +147.7%.

Market context

TN40 averages £163,754, placing it in the affordable category, +58.7% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 16,939 recorded sales across 454 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in TN40 is +147.7%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for TN40

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in TN40 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 TN40.
  • 🏘️Explore Bexhill-on-sea. Much of the TN40 activity centres on Bexhill-on-sea. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the TN40 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 TN40

TN40 1LS

£84,811 avg · 295 sales

TN40 1HX

£98,760 avg · 291 sales

TN40 1PN

£73,593 avg · 214 sales

TN40 1BW

£111,658 avg · 211 sales

TN40 1PL

£75,072 avg · 167 sales

TN40 2JJ

£109,517 avg · 165 sales

TN40 1QG

£158,970 avg · 145 sales

TN40 1SY

£181,450 avg · 140 sales

TN40 1DN

£106,565 avg · 139 sales

View all 454 postcodes in TN40 →

Useful tools for TN40 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£775

Avg £163,754 in TN40

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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 TN40 with other areas

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Bexhill-on-sea data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This TN40 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 TN40?

The average sold price in the TN40 postcode area is £163,754, based on 16,939 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Bexhill-on-sea.

How do TN40 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in TN40 average £163,754, which is +58.7% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in TN40 lower than the average?

The median price (£153,500) is 6.3% below the average (£163,754), 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 TN40 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in TN40 have moved +147.7% 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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