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General · 7 July 2026

UK House Prices Go Up in June Again

UK House Prices Go Up in June Again

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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