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Area guide

WA10 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the WA10 postcode area, covering St Helens and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

WA10 area price snapshot

Average price

£119,587

Median price

£112,000

5-year trend

+629.5%

Total sales

20,726

The WA10 area has 1,042 individual postcodes with 20,726 registered sales. Prices are +69.9% below the national average, with the largest concentration in St Helens. The five-year price movement is +629.5%.

Market context

WA10 averages £119,587, placing it in the affordable category, +69.9% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 20,726 recorded sales across 1,042 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in WA10 is +629.5%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for WA10

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in WA10 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 WA10.
  • 🏘️Explore St Helens. Much of the WA10 activity centres on St Helens. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the WA10 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 WA10

WA10 3XL

£92,728 avg · 210 sales

WA10 4RA

£167,249 avg · 146 sales

WA10 3PW

£141,291 avg · 132 sales

WA10 1LR

£59,117 avg · 115 sales

WA10 3XX

£95,799 avg · 114 sales

WA10 1GD

£94,014 avg · 113 sales

WA10 1GF

£69,593 avg · 110 sales

WA10 4NN

£72,525 avg · 107 sales

WA10 5PL

£217,512 avg · 105 sales

View all 1,042 postcodes in WA10 →

Useful tools for WA10 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£0

Avg £119,587 in WA10

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Asking Price Checker

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare WA10 with other areas

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St Helens data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This WA10 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 WA10?

The average sold price in the WA10 postcode area is £119,587, based on 20,726 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is St Helens.

How do WA10 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in WA10 average £119,587, which is +69.9% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in WA10 lower than the average?

The median price (£112,000) is 6.3% below the average (£119,587), 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 WA10 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in WA10 have moved +629.5% 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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