House prices
House Prices in Leeds (2026)
The average house price in Leeds is around £244,000 in 2026 — below the UK average of about £290,000. Prices vary sharply by area, from the most affordable terraces to the premium districts below. Here is the local picture, how long sales take, and what a cash buyer would offer.
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Average house prices in Leeds
Here is the headline picture for Leeds (LS postcodes) as of 2026:
| Leeds market (2026) | Figure |
|---|---|
| Average price | £244,000 |
| Versus UK average | below the UK average of about £290,000 |
| Time to find a buyer | around 12 weeks on the market on average, faster in the strongest areas |
| Time to complete | typical for the region, with houses moving faster than flats |
| More affordable areas | Holbeck (~£126k), LS11 (~£175k), Woodhouse (~£182k), parts of LS9 |
| Premium areas | Roundhay, Chapel Allerton, Horsforth |
Figures from HM Land Registry / ONS UK House Price Index (Leeds, E08000035), March 2026; GetAgent and Plumplot Leeds data; LeedsMoneyman affordable-areas analysis. Measures differ by method — always check live sold prices on HM Land Registry, Rightmove and Zoopla for your exact street.
House prices by area in Leeds
The biggest driver of price here is which area you are in. The spread between the cheapest and dearest districts is large, so a city-wide average can be misleading for your specific home:
| Area | Character & price level |
|---|---|
| Roundhay, Chapel Allerton & the north | Premium — period and family homes, strongest demand |
| Headingley, Hyde Park & the student belt | Mid — terraces and a huge student/HMO market |
| Holbeck, Beeston & south Leeds | More affordable — back-to-back and through terraces |
| Harehills & inner east | Most affordable — dense terraces, strong investor demand |
Map of Leeds
The LS postcodes area we cover for sales and valuations:
How long does it take to sell in Leeds?
In Leeds, finding a buyer typically takes around 12 weeks on the market on average, faster in the strongest areas, while typical for the region, with houses moving faster than flats. If you need certainty or speed, a chain-free cash sale completes in 7–28 days regardless of the local market.
What would you actually get for your Leeds home?
Online estimates and city averages are a starting point, not a price. For an accurate figure, average genuine sold comparables on your street. To benchmark that against a real, funded buyer, get a free, no-obligation valuation and cash offer — a cash buyer typically pays 75–85% of market value with no fees, in exchange for speed and certainty. Ready to move fast in Leeds? See selling your house fast in Leeds.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the average house price in Leeds?
Around £244,000 in early 2026 (HM Land Registry / ONS), below the UK average of about £290,000. Portal "average sold" measures can differ by method, so always check live sold prices for your exact street.
What are the cheapest areas in Leeds?
The more affordable areas include Holbeck (~£126k), LS11 (~£175k), Woodhouse (~£182k), parts of LS9. Prices vary widely by street and condition.
How long does it take to sell in Leeds?
Finding a buyer takes around 12 weeks on the market on average, faster in the strongest areas, but completing the sale takes typical for the region, with houses moving faster than flats. A cash sale completes in 7–28 days.
What would a cash buyer pay for my Leeds home?
Typically 75–85% of market value, with no fees and completion in 7–28 days. Compare a no-obligation cash offer against the local prices above to decide what suits you.
