What are buyers paying for homes in Worcestershire?

If you're thinking about moving in Kidderminster, national house price headlines only tell part of the story. Looking at what buyers have been paying locally gives us a much clearer picture.

According to the latest Land Registry-based figures published by Zoopla, the average property sold in Kidderminster for £238,130 over the last 12 months.

But the figures become more interesting when we look at different types of homes.

Detached properties have achieved an average of £348,260, while semi-detached homes have averaged £231,802. For terraced properties, the figure is £179,965, with flats and apartments averaging £114,676.

That range highlights just how varied the Kidderminster market can be. Two homeowners living only a short distance apart can be operating in very different parts of the market depending on the style, size, condition and location of their property.

It also shows why an online average can only take you so far when you're deciding what your own home could be worth.

For sellers considering an autumn move, understanding what comparable properties are selling for locally – rather than relying on a national headline – can provide a much better starting point for setting the right asking price.