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House prices in City of Bristol

Official UK HPI · to May 2026

£354,924 ▲ +2.2% 12 months

The average property in City of Bristol is worth £354,924, up 2.2% over the past year, based on the UK House Price Index to May 2026. Detached property typically sells for around £692,801.

That's 31% above the UK average of £271,295.

City of Bristol house price trend

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“Real” adjusts every figure for inflation (ONS CPI) into today’s prices.

1128 monthly data points · source: UK House Price Index.

Prices by property type

Affordability

A typical home in City of Bristol costs 8.9× local annual earnings (ONS, latest year). See how City of Bristol ranks nationally →

City of Bristol is the 101st least affordable of 317 UK areas we track.

Energy efficiency profile

Based on 177,704 Energy Performance Certificates lodged for properties in City of Bristol.

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Wondering how to improve a home's rating? Our guide ranks every common measure by cost and EPC points gained: how to improve your EPC rating →

Source: Energy performance of buildings data under the Open Government Licence.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the average house price in City of Bristol?
The average house price in City of Bristol is £354,924, based on the UK House Price Index (Land Registry + ONS) to May 2026.
How have house prices in City of Bristol changed over the last year?
Average house prices in City of Bristol have risen +2.2% over the last 12 months.
How much does a house cost in City of Bristol by property type?
Latest average prices in City of Bristol:
  • detached homes: £692,801
  • semi-detached homes: £450,047
  • terraced homes: £385,266
  • flats: £244,449
Is City of Bristol affordable compared with local earnings?
A typical home in City of Bristol costs 8.9× local annual earnings, per ONS workplace-based earnings data. See how City of Bristol ranks nationally.
Is City of Bristol an expensive place to buy a home?
The average home in City of Bristol costs £354,924 — 31% more than the UK average of £271,295. City of Bristol is the 101st least affordable of 317 UK areas we track.
How much does a house survey cost in City of Bristol?
Surveyors price by property value, size and age. For a home around City of Bristol's average of £354,924, expect roughly £500–£750 for a RICS Level 2 (Homebuyer) survey, or £850–£1,300 for a Level 3 Building Survey on older or unusual property. Our 2026 guide to house survey costs explains what each level covers.
How much does it cost to sell a house in City of Bristol?
On a typical City of Bristol sale at £354,924, high-street estate-agent commission (1.0–1.5% + VAT) comes to roughly £4,300–£6,400, with sale-side conveyancing adding £900–£1,800. Fixed-fee online agents (£999–£1,999) can cut that sharply. Our cost of selling guide itemises every fee — and how to negotiate the commission.
How much does it cost to move home in City of Bristol?
Moving home in City of Bristol typically involves conveyancing (~£900–£1,800 inc. VAT and searches), a survey if you're buying (~£400–£1,300 depending on level), and removals (~£400–£1,200 for a 2–3 bedroom move). See our full cost-of-moving-home guide for every line in the bill.

Compiled by Home Price Hub from official HM Land Registry and ONS open data, updated monthly — figures to , the latest UK House Price Index release. See how we source and calculate these figures.