Stockton-on-Tees Property Market Update Feb 2026

📈 House Prices in Stockton-on-Tees 

The average house price in Stockton-on-Tees now sits at approximately £170,000, up from around £162,000 a year earlier - representing annual growth of around 5.1%. This reflects continued upward momentum in local prices, although values remain notably below the national average of around £271,000.

🏡 Property Prices by Type

Average prices across Stockton-on-Tees currently sit at approximately:

• Detached: ~£278,000
• Semi-detached: ~£164,000
• Terraced: ~£127,000
• Flats & Maisonettes: ~£87,000

This continues to show a consistent pattern: larger family homes command higher prices locally, while flats and terraces provide more affordable access points for first-time buyers and investors.

💷 Rental Market Update

• Average monthly rent: ~£721
• Annual rental growth: ~5.4%

Typical monthly rents by bedroom size:

• 1-bed: ~£526
• 2-bed: ~£655
• 3-bed: ~£781
• 4+ beds: ~£1,155

These figures show rents continuing to rise at a healthy pace - supporting strong yield profiles for buy-to-let.

📌 Top Areas by Sales Growth & Investor Demand

• TS18 & TS19 – Central Stockton and Thornaby markets remain popular for commuter access and affordability.
• Ingleby Barwick & Yarm – Higher-value suburbs with strong owner-occupier demand and demand from family buyers.
• Billingham (TS23) – More affordable pricing attracts first-time buyers and local investors.

These areas continue to show relative sales turnover and demand strength compared with neighbouring markets.

🏠 Local Market Commentary

Market data highlights a steady, resilient performance in Stockton-on-Tees:

• House prices have grown more quickly than the regional North East average in recent months.
• Rental values continue to climb, supporting yield opportunities for landlords.
• Average property values in Stockton-on-Tees remain well below national and southern market levels, preserving affordability and interest from investors chasing regional yields.

💡 Thinking of Buying, Selling, Letting, or Investing in Stockton-on-Tees?

Market data offers a strong snapshot, but local expertise makes all the difference to:

• Identify the right opportunities
• Price accurately and competitively
• Market your property effectively
• Make informed decisions based on real-world local conditions

👉 Get in touch today to discuss your plans.

Recent properties we’ve marketed in Stockton-on-Tees include:

3 Bed Terraced House to rent - Sadberge Road, Stockton-on-Tees

Marketed £695 per month

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2 Bed Terraced House to rent - Mowbray Road, Stockton-on-Tees

Marketed £675 per month

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1 Bed Semi-Detached House to rent - Barford Close, Stockton-on-Tees

Marketed £600 per month

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