Britons told the regions where house prices have soared the most - how much is your property worth?
Property prices have risen in the UK
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House prices fluctuate for a number of reasons but home values are generally up across the UK, according to the latest Government house price index.
Some regions have seen prices rise by nearly four per cent since May 2023.
The data released today showed that homeowners in Yorkshire & the Humber have enjoyed the biggest price increase.
While every region saw prices rise, London had the most modest figures, increasing by just 0.2 per cent. However, it still held the most expensive property price on average across the UK.
Research shows how much homes in your area are worth
GETTYProperty prices by region (yearly increase %)
Yorkshire & the Humber - £209,000 (3.9%)
North East - £162,000 (3.7%)
East Midlands - £246,000 (3.2%)
West Midlands - £251,000 (3%)
North West - £218,000 (2.9%)
Scotland - £191,000 (2.5%)
Wales - £216,000 (2.4%)
South West - £318,000 (2.3%)
East of England - £338,000 (1.9%)
South East - £376,000 (0.7%)
London - £523,000 (0.2%)
On average, UK property prices increased by 2.2 per cent between May 2023 and May 2024, sitting at £281,000.
CEO of Propertymark Nathan Emerson said: “It is fantastic to see that the general election did not disrupt the housing sector greatly and, despite many challenges, the market still delivered growth.
"Propertymark remains keen to learn more on how the supply of 1.5 million new homes across this parliamentary term will be delivered, along with what support may be offered to first-time buyers.
"Home ownership must always remain a realistic and workable proposition for those who choose it.
"Across the coming weeks, we hope to see a dip in interest rates too and for this to translate into lenders offering a raft of targeted mortgage deals.”
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GETTYThis comes as experts shared advice for anyone hoping to boost the value of their property.
One way to do this is with a free garden job that can add thousands to the value of your home.
The experts commented: "Regular mowing, watering and fertilising keep your lawn lush and green, creating a great first impression.
"A healthy, vibrant lawn can signal to potential buyers that the property is well-maintained, which can increase its overall attractiveness and value by approximately two to three per cent."