Sunderland Property Market Update Jan 2026

📈 House Prices in Sunderland

The average house price in Sunderland is now around £143,000, up from approximately £134,000 a year ago.

This represents annual growth of around 7%, highlighting that prices are continuing to rise even as wider market conditions remain challenging.

What this means:

Buyers benefit from some of the most affordable average prices in England

Sellers are operating in a market where values are moving upward rather than standing still

Investors are seeing capital values improve alongside rising rents

🏠 Property Prices by Type

Average prices across Sunderland currently sit at approximately:

• Detached: ~£270,000
• Semi-detached: ~£160,000
• Terraced: ~£125,000
• Flats: ~£78,000

Terraced and semi-detached homes remain among the stronger performers, while flats continue to provide an accessible entry point for first-time buyers and buy-to-let investors.

💷 Rental Market Update

The rental market remains one of Sunderland’s strongest fundamentals.

Average monthly rent: ~£692

Annual rental growth: ~7–8%

Typical monthly rents:

• 1-bed: ~£480–£520
• 2-bed: ~£610–£650
• 3-bed: ~£720–£780
• 4+ beds: £900+

This reflects continued demand across both smaller rental properties and family homes, supporting high occupancy levels and healthy rental yields.

🔑 What This Means for Landlords

From an investment perspective, Sunderland continues to offer a compelling balance of:

• Rising rental income
• Steady capital growth
• Relatively low entry prices

Terraced houses and semi-detached homes remain particularly attractive for landlords, supported by consistent tenant demand and strong yield potential compared with many other UK regions.

Thinking of Buying, Selling, or Letting in Sunderland?

Market data is useful — but local expertise makes the real difference.

If you’re considering your next move in Sunderland, the team at NGU Homes can help you:

• price accurately
• market effectively
• and make informed decisions based on real-world market conditions

👉 Get in touch today to discuss your plans.