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Area guide

WS13 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the WS13 postcode area, covering Lichfield and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

WS13 area price snapshot

Average price

£251,463

Median price

£230,000

5-year trend

+32.1%

Total sales

16,870

The WS13 area has 749 individual postcodes with 16,870 registered sales. Prices are +36.6% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Lichfield. The five-year price movement is +32.1%.

Market context

With an average of £251,463, WS13 is a mid-range area, +36.6% 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 16,870 recorded sales across 749 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in WS13 is +32.1%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for WS13

  • 🏠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 WS13 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 WS13.
  • 🏘️Explore Lichfield. Much of the WS13 activity centres on Lichfield. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the WS13 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 WS13

WS13 6PS

£222,620 avg · 173 sales

WS13 6XD

£77,642 avg · 159 sales

WS13 7QH

£124,983 avg · 156 sales

WS13 6QY

£119,335 avg · 155 sales

WS13 8TE

£173,505 avg · 152 sales

WS13 7UY

£193,651 avg · 136 sales

WS13 8PG

£285,339 avg · 130 sales

WS13 6QW

£159,336 avg · 124 sales

WS13 6HL

£102,983 avg · 117 sales

View all 749 postcodes in WS13 →

Useful tools for WS13 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£2,573

Avg £251,463 in WS13

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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 WS13 with other areas

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Lichfield data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This WS13 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 WS13?

The average sold price in the WS13 postcode area is £251,463, based on 16,870 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Lichfield.

How do WS13 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in WS13 average £251,463, which is +36.6% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in WS13 lower than the average?

The median price (£230,000) is 8.5% below the average (£251,463), 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 WS13 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in WS13 have moved +32.1% 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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