Average House Prices in Cardiff (2025)
The average house price in Cardiff in 2025 is £268,807. Explore ten-year trends, neighbourhood comparisons, and prices by property type.
What you’ll get in this report
- The latest average house price in Cardiff and how it has changed over 10 years.
- A neighbourhood comparison to shortlist areas that fit your budget.
- A property type breakdown to weigh up space versus price.
- A one-year outlook to help with timing.
Cardiff’s Current Average House Price
The average house price in Cardiff is £268,807 in 2025. That is the number to benchmark against when you browse listings or speak to an agent. It sits above the Wales average, reflecting Cardiff’s pull as a capital with strong amenities, parks and coastal access.
Cardiff’s average has risen by about 43 percent over ten years, a steady climb that underpins buyer confidence.
Cardiff House Prices 2016–2025
Historical House Price Trends (10-Year View)
Over the past decade, Cardiff’s average property price rose from £187,965 in 2016 to £268,807 in 2025.
The biggest annual jump came in 2021, when post-lockdown demand and tight supply pushed values higher.
Year-on-Year Growth Analysis
| Year | Avg Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | £187,965 | – |
| 2017 | £194,290 | +3.4 % |
| 2018 | £203,300 | +4.6 % |
| 2019 | £208,273 | +2.4 % |
| 2020 | £212,454 | +2.0 % |
| 2021 | £231,297 | +8.9 % |
| 2022 | £254,963 | +10.2 % |
| 2023 | £262,125 | +2.8 % |
| 2024 | £262,993 | +0.3 % |
| 2025 | £268,807 | +2.2 % |
How to use this: treat the city average as a compass, then compare it with the neighbourhood and property type sections below. If your budget is near £260k, flats and terraces in central districts are realistic. If you are closer to £350k–£400k, the family suburbs open up.
Average Prices by Neighbourhood
Prices shift a lot by area. Use this chart to build a shortlist that matches your lifestyle and budget: quieter family districts like Cyncoed and Penylan carry higher averages, while Cardiff Bay and Cathays offer the most accessible entry points.
Average House Prices by Cardiff Neighbourhood (2025)
Most Expensive Areas in 2025
Pontcanna (£411,658) leads the list with elegant streets near Bute Park and a strong café culture. Close behind are Cyncoed (£399,549) and Penylan (£385,757), both long-standing family districts with larger homes.
Cheapest Areas to Buy in 2025
At the other end, Cardiff Bay (£208,448) provides the lowest entry point, thanks to modern flats in a waterfront setting. Cathays (£265,431) and Canton (£306,814) also offer accessible routes onto the ladder for first-time buyers.
| Rank | Neighbourhood | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pontcanna | £411,658 |
| 2 | Cyncoed | £399,549 |
| 3 | Penylan | £385,757 |
| 4 | Rhiwbina | £373,881 |
| 5 | Whitchurch | £348,169 |
| 6 | Llandaff | £318,966 |
| 7 | Roath | £311,776 |
| 8 | Canton | £306,814 |
| 9 | Cathays | £265,431 |
| 10 | Cardiff Bay | £208,448 |
Prices by Property Type
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
If you are stretching for space, semi-detached homes average about £316,980, while terraced homes sit near £256,191. Flats average around £163,080, which is why they remain the quickest route for first-time buyers. Start by picking the space you need, then use the neighbourhood chart to find where it fits.
Terraced homes and flats remain the quickest routes into the Cardiff market for first-time buyers, particularly around Cathays, Roath and Canton.
Factors Influencing Cardiff’s Market in 2025
- Population growth tied to the city’s universities, healthcare and tech.
- Regeneration in Cardiff Bay and Central Square.
- Strong rental demand that supports yields and investor activity.
- Transport upgrades via the South Wales Metro improving commutes.
Cardiff House Price Forecast for 2026
Most forecasters expect modest growth of roughly 2 to 3 percent through 2026 as mortgage rates settle and supply improves. Neighbourhoods with strong schools and amenities, such as Cyncoed, Llandaff and Pontcanna, are likely to outperform the city average.
The outlook points to steady growth rather than spikes, a healthier setting for buyers and sellers.
Bottom line: is Cardiff right for you?
If you want city energy without London prices, Cardiff is a strong fit. At £268,807 on average, the market is more approachable than other UK capitals, and the 10-year rise of roughly 43% shows durable demand.
- Budget under £250k: focus on flats and smaller terraces, especially around Cardiff Bay and Cathays.
- £300k–£350k: look at Canton, Roath and pockets of Llandaff for a balance of price and amenities.
- £380k+: shortlist Penylan, Cyncoed and Pontcanna for larger family homes and premium streets.
What to do next
- Shortlist three neighbourhoods that match your property type and budget.
- Compare recent sold prices in each using our charts and tables.
- Sense-check commute, schools and local life on a weekend visit.
When you’re ready, download the full Cardiff dataset to dig deeper or share with your agent.
Methodology & Sources
Data aggregated from HM Land Registry, ONS UK House Price Index, and Neighbourhood Finder internal datasets (2025 release). Prices reflect completed transactions rather than asking prices, adjusted for property type mix. Neighbourhood Finder normalises results at ward level, using boundary data from Cardiff Council and ONS Geography.