Dataset Description:

This dataset has been meticulously pre-processed from the official UK government’s Price Paid Data, available for research purposes. The original dataset contains millions of rows spanning from 1995 to 2024, which posed significant challenges for machine learning operations due to its large size. For this project, we focused on house price predictions and filtered the data to only include transactions from 2015 to 2024. The final dataset contains 90,000 randomly sampled records, which should be ideal for training machine learning models efficiently. The goal of this dataset is to provide a well-structured, pre-processed dataset for students, researchers, and developers interested in creating house price prediction models using UK data. There are limited UK house price datasets available on Kaggle, so this contribution aims to fill that gap, offering a reliable dataset for dissertations, academic projects, or research purposes. This dataset is tailored for use in supervised learning models and has been cleaned, ensuring the removal of missing values and encoding of categorical variables. We hope this serves as a valuable resource for anyone studying house price prediction or real estate trends in the UK. In the future, I plan to provide an even larger dataset for more detailed and comprehensive predictions.

Features:

Feature Name - Description - Price - Sale price of the property (target variable). - Date - Date of the property transaction. Converted to datetime format for easier handling. - Postcode - Postcode of the property, offering location-based information. - property_type - Type of property (Detached, Semi-detached, Terraced, Flat, etc.). - new_build - Indicator whether the property was newly built at the time of sale (Yes or No). - freehold - Indicator whether the property was sold as freehold or leasehold (Freehold, Leasehold). - Street - Street name of the property location. - Locality - Locality of the property. - Town - Town or city where the property is located. - District - Administrative district of the property. - County - County where the property is located.

File Information:

The dataset is saved as a CSV file with 90,000 records, each representing a property transaction in the UK from 2015 to 2024. Feel free to explore this dataset and use it for any academic, research, or machine learning projects related to housing price predictions!

The quarterly Nationwide house price index for all houses in the United Kingdom (UK) exceeded 14,000 index points in the second quarter of 2025. The index shows the development of housing prices, with 1952 used as a baseline year. An index value of 14,425.6 implies a price increase of 14,000 percent between 1952 and 2025.

The Nationwide average UK house price increased during the period under observation, reaching a value of over 274,900 British pounds as of the first quarter of 2026. During the same quarter in 2015, the average house price stood at 194,258 British pounds.

House prices in the UK rose dramatically during the coronavirus pandemic, with growth slowing down in 2022 and turning negative in 2023. The year-on-year annual house price change peaked at 14 percent in July 2022. In January 2026, house prices increased by 1.3 percent. As of mid-2025, the average house price was over 272,000 British pounds. Correction in housing prices: a European phenomenon The trend of a growing residential real estate market was not exclusive to the UK during the pandemic. Likewise, many European countries experienced falling prices in 2023. When comparing residential property RHPI (price index in real terms, e.g. corrected for inflation), countries such as Germany, France, Italy, and Spain also saw prices decline. Sweden, one of the countries with the fastest growing residential markets, saw one of the largest declines in prices. How has demand for UK housing changed since the outbreak of the coronavirus? The easing of the lockdown was followed by a dramatic increase in home sales. In November 2020, the number of mortgage approvals reached an all-time high of over 107,000. One of the reasons for the housing boom were the low mortgage rates, allowing home buyers to take out a loan with an interest rate as low as 2.5 percent. That changed as the Bank of England started to raise the base lending rate, resulting in higher borrowing costs and a decline in homebuyer sentiment.

introduction

This dataset provides comprehensive information on property sales in England and Wales, as sourced from the UK government's HM Land Registry. It offers valuable insights into property transactions, including sale prices, locations, and types of properties sold. This dataset is particularly useful for analysts, researchers, and businesses looking to understand market trends, property valuations, and investment opportunities in the real estate sector of England and Wales.

Summary of Results

The dataset contains records of property sales dating back to January 1995, up to the most recent monthly data. It covers various types of transactions, from residential to commercial properties, providing a holistic view of the real estate market in England and Wales.

Column Descriptions

colnames=['Transaction_unique_identifier', 'price', 'Date_of_Transfer', 'postcode', 'Property_Type', 'Old/New', 'Duration', 'PAON', 'SAON', 'Street', 'Locality', 'Town/City', 'District', 'County', 'PPDCategory_Type', 'Record_Status - monthly_file_only' ]

Address data Explaination Postcode: The postal code where the property is located. PAON (Primary Addressable Object Name): Typically the house number or name. SAON (Secondary Addressable Object Name): Additional information if the building is divided into flats or sub-buildings. Street: The street name where the property is located. Locality: Additional locality information. Town/City:The town or city where the property is located. District: The district in which the property resides. County:The county where the property is located. Price Paid:The price for which the property was sold.

Legal and Ethical Considerations

Ownership and Attribution

This dataset is the property of HM Land Registry and is released under the Open Government Licence (OGL). If you use or publish this dataset, you are required to include the following attribution statement:

"Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0."

Usage Guidelines

The data can be used for both commercial and non-commercial purposes.

The OGL does not cover third-party rights, which HM Land Registry is not authorized to license. For any other use of the Address Data, you must contact Royal Mail.

##Suggested Usages Market Trend Analysis: Understand the ups and downs of the property market over time. Investment Research: Identify potential areas for property investment. Academic Studies: Use the data for economic research and studies related to the housing market. Policy Making: Assist government agencies in making informed decisions regarding housing policies. Real Estate Apps: Integrate the data into apps that provide property price information services.

By using this dataset, you agree to abide by the terms and conditions as specified by HM Land Registry. Failure to do so may result in legal consequences.

After a period of rapid increase, house price growth in the UK has moderated. In 2025, house prices are forecast to increase by ****percent. Between 2025 and 2029, the average house price growth is projected at *** percent. According to the source, home building is expected to increase slightly in this period, fueling home buying. On the other hand, higher borrowing costs despite recent easing of mortgage rates and affordability challenges may continue to suppress transaction activity. Historical house price growth in the UK House prices rose steadily between 2015 and 2020, despite minor fluctuations. In the following two years, prices soared, leading to the house price index jumping by about 20 percent. As the market stood in April 2025, the average price for a home stood at approximately ******* British pounds. Rents are expected to continue to grow According to another forecast, the prime residential market is also expected to see rental prices grow in the next five years. Growth is forecast to be stronger in 2025 and slow slightly until 2029. The rental market in London is expected to follow a similar trend, with Outer London slightly outperforming Central London.

In 2022, house price growth in the UK slowed, after a period of decade-long increase. Nevertheless, in November 2025, prices reached a new peak, with the average home costing ******* British pounds. This figure refers to all property types, including detached, semi-detached, terraced houses, and flats and maisonettes. Compared to other European countries, the UK had some of the highest house prices. How have UK house prices increased over the last 10 years? Property prices have risen dramatically over the past decade. According to the UK house price index, the average house price has grown by over ** percent since 2015. This price development has led to the gap between the cost of buying and renting a property to close. In 2023, buying a three-bedroom house in the UK was no longer more affordable than renting one. Consequently, Brits have become more likely to rent longer and push off making a house purchase until they have saved up enough for a down payment and achieved the financial stability required to make the step. What caused the recent fluctuations in house prices? House prices are affected by multiple factors, such as mortgage rates, supply, and demand on the market. For nearly a decade, the UK experienced uninterrupted house price growth as a result of strong demand and a chronic undersupply. Homebuyers who purchased a property at the peak of the housing boom in July 2022 paid ** percent more compared to what they would have paid a year before. Additionally, 2022 saw the most dramatic increase in mortgage rates in recent history. Between December 2021 and December 2022, the **-year fixed mortgage rate doubled, adding further strain to prospective homebuyers. As a result, the market cooled, leading to a correction in pricing.

This dataset contains synthetic data representing key economic indicators and housing market trends in the UK from 2002 to 2023. The dataset includes quarterly data points for the following variables:

Date: Quarterly timestamps from Q1 2002 to Q4 2023. Housing Cost Index: An index representing the general trend in UK housing prices over time. The values are generated to simulate a typical upward trend observed in real estate markets. Interest Rate (%): The Bank of England's base interest rate, represented as a percentage. The values range from 0.5% to 6%, reflecting typical interest rate fluctuations. Inflation Rate (%): The Consumer Price Index (CPI) values, represented as a percentage, ranging from 1% to 5%, simulating typical inflation trends. Employment Levels (000s): The number of employed individuals in the UK, represented in thousands. The data simulates employment levels ranging from 25 million to 35 million. Growth in Wage (%): The average wage growth rate per quarter, represented as a percentage, ranging from 2% to 7%. GDP Growth Rate (%): The quarterly growth rate of the UK's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), represented as a percentage, with values ranging from -2% to 5%, simulating economic growth and contraction periods. This dataset can be used for educational purposes, including time series analysis, regression modeling, and economic research. Please note that the data is synthetic and not derived from actual historical records. It aims to replicate realistic patterns and trends observed in the UK economy and housing market during the specified period.

Summary of UK House Price Index (HPI) price statistics covering England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Full UK HPI data are available on GOV.UK.

The house price index (HPI) shows changes in the value of residential properties in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. With the HPI set at a base of 100 in January 2023, a value of over 100 would mark an increase in the average dwelling price. A value of under 100 points, on the other hand, would indicate that the average price has dropped. In December 2025, the index measured 103.6 index points, showing an increase of 3.6 percent since January 2023. UK house prices grew rapidly during the COVID-19 pandemic House prices in the UK grew steadily between 2015 and 2020, fueled by stable economic growth and low borrowing costs. In the following two years, a combination of factors exacerbated this trend. These factors included a stamp duty holiday, low interest rates, a shortage of new homes supplied, and a high housing demand. As a result, house price growth soared, hitting a record 13.6 percent in July 2022. This trend in the index, and therefore the value of UK residential properties, has also been observed by the Halifax house price index. What is the average house price in the UK? Average house prices are affected by several factors. Economic growth, unemployment, interest rates and mortgage availability can all drive them up or down. A shortage of supply means that the need for housing and the competitive market created will push house prices up. An excess of housing, on the other hand, means prices fall to stimulate buyers.

Comparative analysis of Rightmove, Halifax, ONS, and Nationwide house price indices for July 2025, including regional performance and market implications

Housing Index in the United Kingdom decreased to 516.80 points in March from 519.10 points in February of 2026. This dataset provides - United Kingdom House Price Index - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Overview This dataset provides a detailed look into the London housing market, covering 1,000 unique property listings across 10 of the city's most prominent neighborhoods, including Kensington, Chelsea, Soho, and Notting Hill. It is designed for data scientists and analysts interested in real estate pricing, urban trends, and regression modeling.

Key Features Neighborhood Coverage: Insights into premium areas like Westminster, Marylebone, Camden, and Greenwich.

Property Attributes: Detailed specs including square meters, building age, floors, and property types (Apartment, Semi-Detached, Detached).

Luxury Indicators: Data on interior styles (Industrial, Minimalist, Modern, Classic), views (Sea, Garden, Park, City), and high-end materials like Marble and Granite.

Price Range: Valuations ranging from £386k to nearly £5M, offering a wide spectrum for analysis.

Data Content The dataset contains 1,000 rows and 17 columns, including:

Price (£): The target variable for prediction and valuation.

Neighborhood: Location-based categorical data.

Interior Style & View: Qualitative features influencing market value.

Building Status: Whether the property is New, Old, or Renovated.

Garden & Garage: Binary indicators for essential amenities.

Potential Use Cases Price Prediction: Develop regression models to estimate property value based on square footage and location.

Neighborhood Comparison: Analyze which London areas offer the best "price per square meter" value.

Feature Importance: Determine how much premium a "Sea View" or "Marble Materials" adds to a London home.

Clustering: Group properties based on interior styles and building age to identify market segments.

Average House Prices in the United Kingdom decreased to 299677 GBP in March from 301051 GBP in February of 2026. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for the United Kingdom Average House Prices.

Annual house price data based on a sub-sample of the Regulated Mortgage Survey.

The monthly house price index in London has increased since 2015, albeit with fluctuation. In January 2026, the index reached 97.1, which is a decrease from the same month in 2025. Nevertheless, prices widely varied in different London boroughs, with Kensington and Chelsea being the priciest boroughs for an apartment purchase.

United Kingdom Residential Real Estate Market is Segmented by Property Type (Apartments and Condominiums, and Villas and Landed Houses), by Price Band (Affordable, Mid-Market and Luxury), by Business Model (Sales and Rental), by Mode of Sale (Primary and Secondary), and by Region (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD)

UK house price, regional house prices, rents and yields

Geospatial map by showing average residential property prices by postcode sector in London region, based on recent housing market data.