The latest data from the government department reveals that in May 2022 average house prices in East Sussex reached £345,185.

This was up from £343,710 in April, representing a 0.4 per cent increase. In the last 12 months it has risen by 13.4 per cent.

If you are interested in buying or renting a home, you can see the latest properties in and around East Sussex here.

How much have house prices increased in East Sussex?

Breaking it down for specific types of housing, some prices saw a fall despite the general increase.

• Detached houses - Up to £589,889 from £584,698 in April
• Semi-detached houses - Up to £380,987 from £378,268 in April
• Terraced houses - Up to £301,417 from £300,186 in April
• Flats - Down to £190,795 from £192,015 in April

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How do East Sussex house prices compare to the UK average?

Even when comparing East Sussex to the picture across the UK, the area is above the UK average with a typical property value in the nations reaching £283,496 in May.

In cash terms, the average house price in May was £32,210 higher than a year earlier with house price growth accelerating to 12.8 per cent in May 2022. Prices were up by 1.2 per cent month on month.

How much could your house be worth?

We have created this map for the South East so you can see the average house price in each neighbourhood since 1995.

Sites like Zoopla can offer an estimate valuation of your house if you input your postcode into their website here.

The above map can demonstrate which areas of East Sussex are the most expensive for average house prices.