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General · 7 July 2026

UK House Prices Go Up in June Again

UK House Prices Go Up in June Again

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Homebuyers may see improving conditions as borrowing costs become lower, although affordability remains difficult. Lloyds said average UK property values increased by 0.2% in June after a 0.2% fall in May, marking the first monthly rise since February. Northern Ireland recorded the strongest yearly growth at 7.4%, while the average home price reached £299,330.

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