Scotland’s House Prices Surge by £10,654 Over 12 Months, Outpacing Rest of UK
New analysis from DJ Alexander Ltd, based on the latest UK House Price Index data, reveals that average house prices in Scotland rose by £10,654 between June 2024 and May 2025, a 5.9% annual increase that far exceeds the 3.1% growth recorded in England and Wales during the same period.
The average property price in Scotland climbed from £181,273 to £191,927, reflecting strong buyer demand and a resilient housing market, despite slower-than-expected interest rate cuts and ongoing economic uncertainty.
“The Scottish housing market remains buoyant,” said David Alexander, CEO of DJ Alexander. “This near-£11,000 rise is a clear indicator of strong homebuyer demand across the country.”
Regional Highlights: Growth and Divergence
- East Lothian topped the chart with a £27,946 annual increase, bringing its average price to £297,042—making it the most expensive area to buy a home in Scotland.
- Other top-performing regions:
- Midlothian: +£19,700
- Perth & Kinross: +£18,938
- Edinburgh: +£18,691
- East Dunbartonshire: +£17,962
At the other end of the spectrum:
- Aberdeenshire saw prices fall by £5,690
- South Ayrshire dropped £3,376
- Aberdeen City prices edged up by just £625
The cheapest area in Scotland remains Inverclyde, where the average property costs £113,679, creating a stark £183,363 price gap compared to East Lothian.
Market Outlook
“With 12 council areas reporting price increases of over £10,000, there’s strong evidence that Scotland’s property market is thriving,” Alexander added.
“However, the widening price gap between the most and least expensive areas may signal a growing affordability divide across the country.”
Key regions surrounding Edinburgh—East Lothian, Midlothian, and Edinburgh itself—rank among the top four most expensive areas to buy property in Scotland. Meanwhile, North, East, and South Ayrshire, as well as West Dunbartonshire, continue to show slower market performance.
Despite localised disparities, DJ Alexander says Scotland’s housing market remains in strong health, with price momentum and buyer interest holding steady.
