House Prices in WS8: A Closer Look
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WS8 House Prices: A Year-by-Year Comparison
Each year tells a different story—this table shows how WS8’s house prices have shifted since 2018.
| Year | Average Price | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 (proj.) | £225,100 | 216 |
| 2024 | £216,000 | 161 |
| 2023 | £206,900 | 195 |
| 2022 | £214,500 | 207 |
| 2021 | £204,700 | 251 |
| 2020 | £173,200 | 185 |
| 2019 | £178,000 | 260 |
| 2018 | £170,900 | 256 |
WS8’s property market since 2018 has been simmering away like a pot on slow boil. The numbers hint at steadfast, if occasionally jumpy, upward momentum with only minor hiccups — just what you might expect in the heart of the Black Country, where communities are as solid as old red brick terraces.
- Prices: The area’s average house values have advanced, albeit with a stumble back in 2020, jumping sharply through to 2022 before taking a mild dip. Has this latest price correction set up the 2024 and 2025 projections for another robust leap — or are we looking at a market growing a bit more cautious after recent sprints?
- Transactions: The number of completed sales provides its own story. Post-pandemic sales dropped notably, fitting with the disruption we all felt, but the projected resurgence for 2025 leaves us asking: is confidence returning for good, or are we just in the eye of a temporary storm?
Thinking of making a move in WS8? You might find the market less frantic than down south, but no less full of promise — especially as average prices here edge ever closer to local highs.
All said, the signs in WS8 point to a market that’s slowly regaining its swagger, even if buyers and sellers alike keep one hand on the handbrake.
WS8 Property Prices Broken Down by Type
Detached
Avg. Property Price: 269K
Avg. Size of Property
1,104 sq/ft
Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£260 sq/ft
Total transactions
66 (since 2021)
Semi-detached
Avg. Property Price: 193K
Avg. Size of Property
870 sq/ft
Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£227 sq/ft
Total transactions
198 (since 2021)
Terraces
Avg. Property Price: 172K
Avg. Size of Property
853 sq/ft
Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£210 sq/ft
Total transactions
118 (since 2021)
Apartments
Avg. Property Price: 115K
Avg. Size of Property
633 sq/ft
Avg. Cost Per Sq/ft
£182 sq/ft
Total transactions
17 (since 2021)
The WS8 property market radiates a subtle, steady vitality that feels quietly optimistic - prices are tiptoeing up, but not racing away from local residents. Detached houses, offering substantial living space and comfort, have become aspirational for many, yet we’re seeing semi-detached homes surge ahead in actual market activity. This blend of aspiration and practicality says quite a lot about what people in the area truly value.
For buyers who want more breathing space and don’t mind digging a bit deeper into their pockets, detached homes offer an inviting option. But if it’s flexibility, affordability, and lower maintenance you’re after, terraced and semi-detached homes are where the real action is happening. Flats may feature the most approachable entry point, yet their smaller footprint and quieter transaction pace suggest they’re a favourite among solo buyers, young couples, or those looking for a straightforward rental investment.
- Semi-detached and terraced properties remain high on people's wishlists, blending sensible living with better-than-average size and price for families or sharers.
- Flats, while compact, still fill an essential role for anyone keen to get their foot on the property ladder in WS8 without stretching too far.
- Detached homes, although less common, bring country-tinged spaciousness right to the West Midlands' doorstep.
So, what are the key takeaway points?
- Your dream move in WS8 is closer than you might think - whether you crave space or simplicity, there's a property option here with your name on it.
- At M0VE, we’re seeing consistent momentum in this area, underscoring the region’s ongoing, reliable growth. In WS8, moving forward really is a matter of planning, not luck.
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