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Area guide

WV16 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the WV16 postcode area, covering Bridgnorth and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

WV16 area price snapshot

Average price

£206,810

Median price

£200,000

5-year trend

+19.8%

Total sales

9,047

The WV16 area has 467 individual postcodes with 9,047 registered sales. Prices are +47.9% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Bridgnorth. The five-year price movement is +19.8%.

Market context

With an average of £206,810, WV16 is a mid-range area, +47.9% 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 9,047 recorded sales across 467 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in WV16 is +19.8%, in line with broader UK house price movements.

Buying tips for WV16

  • 🏠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 WV16 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 WV16.
  • 🏘️Explore Bridgnorth. Much of the WV16 activity centres on Bridgnorth. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the WV16 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 WV16

WV16 4BT

£121,457 avg · 146 sales

WV16 5BR

£158,780 avg · 137 sales

WV16 4BJ

£178,433 avg · 126 sales

WV16 4SD

£66,902 avg · 125 sales

WV16 4BY

£105,454 avg · 119 sales

WV16 4DA

£176,204 avg · 117 sales

WV16 6DG

£141,293 avg · 114 sales

WV16 4RT

£129,770 avg · 99 sales

WV16 4AS

£233,529 avg · 94 sales

View all 467 postcodes in WV16 →

Useful tools for WV16 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,636

Avg £206,810 in WV16

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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 WV16 with other areas

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Bridgnorth data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This WV16 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 WV16?

The average sold price in the WV16 postcode area is £206,810, based on 9,047 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Bridgnorth.

How do WV16 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in WV16 average £206,810, which is +47.9% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is WV16 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

WV16 is +47.9% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. The area covers 467 postcodes.

How have WV16 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in WV16 have moved +19.8% 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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