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Area guide

YO26 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the YO26 postcode area, covering York and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

YO26 area price snapshot

Average price

£224,593

Median price

£215,000

5-year trend

+31.9%

Total sales

17,861

The YO26 area has 757 individual postcodes with 17,861 registered sales. Prices are +43.4% below the national average, with the largest concentration in York. The five-year price movement is +31.9%.

About York

A historic walled city with a premium housing market, excellent schools and fast trains to London Kings Cross and Edinburgh.

🚆 Main station

York

⏱️ London commute

~110 min by train

🏫 Notable school

St Peter's School (Outstanding)

View full York property data →

Market context

With an average of £224,593, YO26 is a mid-range area, +43.4% 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 17,861 recorded sales across 757 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in YO26 is +31.9%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for YO26

  • 🏠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 YO26 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 YO26.
  • 🏘️Explore York. Much of the YO26 activity centres on York. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the YO26 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 YO26

YO26 4WY

£215,849 avg · 165 sales

YO26 4ZF

£236,238 avg · 134 sales

YO26 4UX

£121,404 avg · 131 sales

YO26 6RG

£157,995 avg · 129 sales

YO26 4ZP

£316,502 avg · 127 sales

YO26 6NZ

£195,381 avg · 127 sales

YO26 4YY

£107,747 avg · 123 sales

YO26 4YX

£103,298 avg · 121 sales

YO26 4YP

£107,671 avg · 120 sales

View all 757 postcodes in YO26 →

Useful tools for YO26 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,992

Avg £224,593 in YO26

Full guide →

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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 YO26 with other areas

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York data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This YO26 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 YO26?

The average sold price in the YO26 postcode area is £224,593, based on 17,861 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is York.

How do YO26 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in YO26 average £224,593, which is +43.4% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is YO26 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

YO26 is +43.4% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. With 757 postcodes, there is a wide range of property options and price points within this area.

How have YO26 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in YO26 have moved +31.9% 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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