Average house price in the UK 2000-2023, by buyer type
The price of new dwelling units in the United Kingdom was notably higher for former owner-occupiers than for first-time buyers in 2023. On average, properties bought by first-time buyers sold for 253,000 British pounds. Meanwhile, the average price paid by repeat buyers was 416,000 British pounds. Prices also varied depending on the property type. Flats and maisonettes in converted houses and terraced houses were the most affordable options for homebuyers.