Rightmove September 2026: UK Asking Prices Rise 0.7% to £367,440
Rightmove reports that the average asking price for newly listed UK homes rose in September 2026, the first monthly increase since May.
This guide sets out the reported figures and how buyers and sellers should read them.
What Rightmove Reported
- Monthly change: asking prices rose 0.7%, or £2,441, in September.
- Average price: £367,440 for newly listed homes.
- Trend: the first monthly rise since May, described as a modest recovery after a subdued summer rather than a major turning point.
- Demand: buyer demand has bounced by about 5%, but remains about 10% lower than a year ago.
- Forecast: Rightmove has downgraded its 2026 outlook from an expected 2% rise to flat or a fall of up to 2% by year-end.
How to Read It
Rightmove measures asking prices, which are what sellers hope to achieve, not the prices at which homes finally sell. Sold-price data from other indices can differ.
One month of growth after a weak summer shows improving confidence, but with demand still below last year and a forecast of flat-to-lower prices, the market remains cautious.
Checks for Buyers and Sellers
- Compare asking prices with recently sold prices on the same street.
- Check how long similar homes have been listed and whether prices have been reduced.
- Stress-test mortgage affordability against possible rate changes.
- Budget for stamp duty, legal and survey costs on top of the price.
Talk to Banke UK
If you would like help comparing UK locations, speak to Banke UK or read our guide to UK mortgage rates first. Figures come from the Rightmove House Price Index for September 2026 as reported publicly, checked on 4 October 2026, and may be revised; this is general information, not financial advice.