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Area guide

YO51 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the YO51 postcode area, covering York and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

YO51 area price snapshot

Average price

£261,924

Median price

£269,168

5-year trend

+11.9%

Total sales

4,448

The YO51 area has 226 individual postcodes with 4,448 registered sales. Prices are +34.0% below the national average, with the largest concentration in York. The five-year price movement is +11.9%.

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 £261,924, YO51 is a mid-range area, +34.0% 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 4,448 recorded sales across 226 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in YO51 is +11.9%, in line with broader UK house price movements.

Buying tips for YO51

  • 🏠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 YO51 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 YO51.
  • 🏘️Explore York. Much of the YO51 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 YO51 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 YO51

YO51 9JT

£109,208 avg · 132 sales

YO51 9PE

£141,826 avg · 123 sales

YO51 9GE

£199,504 avg · 113 sales

YO51 9PF

£137,612 avg · 108 sales

YO51 9QY

£483,646 avg · 81 sales

YO51 9PA

£349,503 avg · 80 sales

YO51 9FN

£390,537 avg · 78 sales

YO51 9LH

£128,989 avg · 78 sales

YO51 9NW

£179,246 avg · 75 sales

View all 226 postcodes in YO51 →

Useful tools for YO51 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£3,096

Avg £261,924 in YO51

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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 YO51 with other areas

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York data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This YO51 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 YO51?

The average sold price in the YO51 postcode area is £261,924, based on 4,448 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is York.

How do YO51 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in YO51 average £261,924, which is +34.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is YO51 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

YO51 is +34.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. The area covers 226 postcodes.

How have YO51 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in YO51 have moved +11.9% 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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