Rightmove has released data on the 25 towns that experienced the largest surge in house prices in 2025. Topping the list is Hawick in Roxburghshire, where the average home price rose by 18% to £148,633. Following closely is Durham, with a 15% increase to £251,339, and Stannington in Sheffield with a 12% jump to £264,078.
The growth list by Rightmove for 2025 highlights many affordable regions, based on house prices, demand, and supply. The average asking price for homes in the top 50 areas stands at £270,711, which is 26% lower than the national average of £368,031.
National average house prices at the close of 2025 dipped by 0.6% compared to the previous year. Scotland dominates the top 50 list with 12 locations, followed by the North West and Yorkshire & The Humber with 8 spots each. Interestingly, London, where the average asking price is £679,782, did not make it to the top 50 for price growth last year.
According to Rightmove, affordability played a significant role in driving price growth in 2025. The trend of suburbs close to city centers remaining popular due to increased office attendance and locations near universities or major NHS trusts has also influenced market trends.
Colleen Babcock, a property expert at Rightmove, noted the high demand from buyers for homes falling under the average price bracket, leading to increased house prices in those areas.
