Northumberland Property Market Update Feb 2026

🏠 House Price Trends

📌 The average house price in Northumberland was approximately £212,000, up about 8.3% on a year earlier from ~£196,000 - stronger annual growth than the wider North East region.

This highlights healthy local pricing momentum, although prices remain below many parts of the UK, where national averages are higher (e.g., ~£271,000 nationwide).

🏡 Average Prices by Property Type 

• Detached: ~£372,000
• Semi-detached: ~£205,000
• Terraced: ~£170,000
• Flats & Maisonettes: ~£106,000

This typical structure shows larger family homes commanding a premium locally.

💷 Rental Market Update

📍 Average monthly private rent ~£659, representing around a 6.3% annual increase.

That’s lower than the broader North East average (~£762 pm) and significantly below the UK average (~£1,368 pm), reflecting continued relative affordability locally.

📊 Northumberland Rents by Bedroom Size 

• 1-bed: ~£468
• 2-bed: ~£596
• 3-bed: ~£726
• 4-bed+: ~£1,081

Rents by property type:
• Flats & Maisonettes: ~£557
• Terraced: ~£661
• Semi-detached: ~£707
• Detached: ~£957

📌 Local Market Dynamics – Northumberland

• Ashington, Blyth & Bedlington: Strong entry-level affordability with consistent tenant demand; popular for buy-to-let investors targeting solid yields and long-term rental occupancy.

• Morpeth & South Northumberland (commuter belt): Higher-value stock with strong demand from professional tenants commuting into Newcastle; typically lower yields but strong long-term capital growth fundamentals.

• Hexham & West Northumberland: Premium market with larger family homes; lower rental turnover and stable demand, suited to investors prioritising long-term tenant quality over high yield.

These locations continue to show steady transaction activity and rental demand, supported by Northumberland’s relative affordability, constrained housing supply in key towns, commuter links into Tyneside, and continued lifestyle and tourism-driven demand.

💡 Key Takeaways for Investors & Homeowners

• Affordability advantage: Northumberland continues to provide lower entry-price points compared with the national average.
• Growth momentum: House price inflation locally has remained robust, even compared with regional trends.
• Rents rising steadily: Rental growth, particularly for larger, family-sized homes.

📞 Thinking of Buying, Selling, Letting, or Investing in Northumberland?

Whether you’re aiming to:

• Understand the best neighbourhood opportunities
• Price your property smartly
• Maximise rental income or sale value
• Base decisions on current market data

👉 Get in touch - I’m here to help with your Northumberland property goals.

Recent properties we’ve marketed in Northumberland include:

3 Bed Terraced House for sale in Stonecross, Ashington

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3 Bed Terraced House for sale in Beaumont Terrace, Prudhoe

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1 Bed Flat for sale in Ravensworth Street, Bedlington

Marketed £54,950

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