Explore Property Insights in ST18
Explore detailed property trends across Stafford, covering year-on-year shifts, district-level breakdowns, and changes in transaction activity over time.
Furthermore, you’ll get a clearer sense of which regions are attracting repeat activity from buyers and how that’s impacting local pricing patterns.
House Prices > Stafford > ST18
Annual Shifts in ST18’s Property Market
From 2018 to 2025, here’s how average home values in ST18 have moved.
| Year | Average Price | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 (proj.) | £337,300 | 329 |
| 2024 | £331,300 | 182 |
| 2023 | £358,500 | 234 |
| 2022 | £354,400 | 313 |
| 2021 | £330,700 | 392 |
| 2020 | £313,700 | 333 |
| 2019 | £305,900 | 424 |
| 2018 | £299,500 | 425 |
While property prices in ST18 might look reassuringly robust at first glance, a closer inspection reveals a story full of sharp bends and hidden potholes, rather than any smooth upward climb. For every headline about Staffordshire’s relentless growth, the numbers in ST18 whisper a more tangled reality.
- The average price nudged upward from 2018 through to 2023, but that seemingly unstoppable rise suddenly lost its breath in 2024, trimming away much of the prior gains. It begs the question: is the air thinning for growth in ST18, or is this just an awkward stutter?
- Transaction volumes zigzagged almost erratically. The stampede of 425 deals in 2018 trickled down to just 182 recorded transactions in 2024. Even so, projections swing upward again in 2025, suggesting either optimistic fortune-telling or a market bracing for rebound.
- Any sense of certainty in the figures feels faint. A brave investor or homebuyer will need a strong stomach, and possibly a sceptic’s eye.
Where many places parade simple, upward-only price charts, Stafford’s ST18 flaunts a jagged, unpredictable curve. Sandwiched between bustling towns and open fields, moving here today can feel like betting on the weather—suddenly sunny, then clouded in doubts.
So, what should we remember?
Despite rosy averages, ST18 saw annual transactions fall by 243 from 2018 to 2024—a caution light for anyone tempted to take the headlines at face value.
How Home Type Impacts Prices in ST18
Detached
Avg. Property Price: 452K
Avg. Size of Property
1,587 sq/ft
Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£300 sq/ft
Total transactions
246 (since 2021)
Semi-detached
Avg. Property Price: 275K
Avg. Size of Property
1,013 sq/ft
Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£286 sq/ft
Total transactions
105 (since 2021)
Terraces
Avg. Property Price: 256K
Avg. Size of Property
1,106 sq/ft
Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£238 sq/ft
Total transactions
51 (since 2021)
Apartments
Avg. Property Price: 119K
Avg. Size of Property
568 sq/ft
Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£212 sq/ft
Total transactions
7 (since 2021)
Property prices in ST18 since 2021 have moved with an energy that rivals Stafford market days - brisk, bustling, full of opportunity. What jumps out instantly is the extraordinary appeal of detached homes. These stunning properties command a premium, with buyers snapping them up at a rate that feels almost relentless. They boast substantial living space and that coveted Stafford rural lifestyle, all for a cost per square foot that, while premium, resonates with buyers who dream big.
Semi-detached homes sit right in the sweet spot - not quite as grand as detached, but distinctly more accommodating than terraces. Their market presence is robust, and their cost per square foot remains nearly as hefty as detached options, hinting at solid demand from families prioritising both value and space. Picture these homes as the workhorses of ST18’s property scene: reliable, spacious, comfortable, and selling briskly.
Terraced houses in ST18 bring a traditional, village-centre feel. Their larger average sizes compared to semis are a bit of an unexpected gem, making them an intriguing choice for buyers who crave more space without stretching to the upper price brackets.
The flat market in ST18 whispers rather than shouts. With only a handful of recorded transactions, it’s a niche corner - perhaps more suited to solo professionals or couples, or those seeking a first foot on the ladder. Their lower price tag and compact size reflect that limited appeal.
Key takeaway for buyers:
- Detached homes lead in both price and desirability, offering expansive living for those with higher budgets and a passion for rural Stafford life.
- Semi-detached properties continue to draw robust activity, delivering a perfect balance of price, size, and reliability.
- Terraced options are surprisingly spacious and could represent shrewd value for buyers needing more for less.
- Flats are relatively rare in ST18, so buyers after urban convenience or compact living might face a brisk race for the limited stock.
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All Roads in ST18 – Stafford
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