Date issued: 28 Sep 2006
HOUSE PRICES UNSEASONABLY STRONG IN SEPTEMBER
- August interest rate rise did nothing to
cool house prices in September
- House prices increased by 1.3% in
September, bringing the annual rate to 8.2%
- Strong demand from landlords helps to support the market
- Finding a deposit is tough, but it can still be cheaper to buy than to rent
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Headlines
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September 2006
|
August 2006 |
|
Monthly index * Q1 '93 = 100 |
336.8 |
332.5 |
|
Monthly change* |
1.3% |
0.8% |
|
Annual change |
8.2% |
6.6% |
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Average price |
£169,413 |
£167,721 |
* seasonally adjusted
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