Housing Market Review: Huddersfield & Surrounding Region (September 2025)

Sales market: the picture at a glance

In the Huddersfield locality the most recent data show that average house transaction volumes and price levels are relatively stable—but with some signs of caution creeping in.

• In the local authority of Kirklees (which covers Huddersfield) the average house price in August 2025 was £200,000, up about 3.2 % on the same time last year. Office for National Statistics

• For Huddersfield more specifically, over the twelve‑month period to around August/September 2025, there were about 3,100 property sales, a drop of around 10.5%–11.6% compared to the previous year. Plumplot+2Plumplot+2

• In that sample most of the sales in Huddersfield were in the price‑bands: £150k‑£200k (≈22% of sales), and £100k‑£150k (≈17.9%). Plumplot+1

• Meanwhile, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the UK market as a whole in September 2025 was still showing negative net balances for new buyer enquiries (‑19 %) and agreed sales (‑16 %) and a slight drift downward in prices at the aggregate level. RICS

Interpretation:
What this suggests is that in the Huddersfield/West Yorkshire region the sales market remains affordable (relative to many parts of the UK) and has seen modest price growth, but transaction volumes are weakening. Nationally the market is much more subdued, and Huddersfield is showing some of those effects. For someone looking to sell or buy in this area the key takeaway is that you’re not facing overheated bidding wars, but you may face longer times to sell or more careful pricing.

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Rental market: steady‑but‑selective growth

Turning to the rental side of the market:

• In Kirklees average monthly private rent in September 2025 was £697. That was broadly flat versus a year earlier (£698) – a very modest change (about ‑0.2 %). Office for National Statistics

• By bedroom size there is variation: for example in Kirklees for one‑bed properties the average rent was about £519/month, two‑beds about £633, three‑beds about £769, and four‑or‑more bedroom about £1,102. Office for National Statistics

• On yields: For the broader region of Yorkshire & the Humber, average gross rental yield was around 6.5%. For Huddersfield specifically, one source lists a yield of about 6.6% (average rent ~£755/month, average price ~£137,585) in late‑2025. Zoopla

• Rent growth over the past five years in Huddersfield has been quoted at +37% (from about £585 to £805) in that period – showing that over the medium term the rental market has been quite strong. Martin & Co

Interpretation:
Rent levels in Huddersfield / Kirklees are still modest compared with many other UK regions, which means affordability for tenants remains fairly good. For landlords the yields are reasonably attractive (in mid 6% region) which helps offset some of the regulatory and cost pressures. That said, because rent growth has flattened in the short‑term (as seen in Kirklees) there’s less momentum currently compared with the past few years.

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What this means for movers, buyers, sellers and landlords

For buyers

• If you’re buying in the Huddersfield region, the affordability is a strong point: average prices around £200k in Kirklees, with many transactions in the £100k‑200k band.

• Because transaction volumes are down, there may be less competition—but also fewer fresh listings, so keen buyers should be ready to act when they find the right property.

• With national survey sentiment weak (RICS) and price growth modest, there may be some room to negotiate.

• If you’re considering buying to let, the rental yield environment is relatively positive in the area—see below.

For sellers

• The message is that you’re unlikely to be operating in a “seller’s market” where you’ll get multiple offers over asking. Realistic pricing relative to condition and local comparables remains vital.

• Good staging, clear marketing and timing may matter more than ever when market momentum is slower.

• If you’re moving house, selecting a reliable removals and storage partner makes a difference (see section below).

For landlords

• Yields remain respectable and for many areas around Huddersfield are above the UK average, which remains a positive.

• However, rental growth appears to be slowing or flat in the short‑term, so landlords may need to be more diligent about rent reviews, tenant turnover and maintenance costs.

• Regulatory and cost pressures (energy efficiency upgrades, Landlord & Tenant Act obligations, etc) underline the importance of having contingency budgets.

For movers / people storing furniture

• If you’re relocating in or around Huddersfield—whether within the same neighbourhood or moving into/out of the region—you’ll want a removals and storage provider you can trust.

• That’s why using a company like **Bellwoods Removals (based locally) makes good sense. They know the area, understand the logistics of moving in and out of West Yorkshire, and can provide both removal and storage services if needed.

• Especially in a market with modest transaction volumes, ensuring the moving part of your sale or purchase process runs smoothly is a valuable advantage.

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Final thoughts

The housing market in the Huddersfield area as of September 2025 is in a steady‑state rather than a boom. Prices are affordable, rental yields are attractive, but activity levels are more muted and national market sentiment is cautious.
For buyers and landlords the area remains one of the better value propositions in England. For sellers and movers the key is to be realistic, prepared and well‑supported—ensuring the non‑price parts of the moving process (logistics, timing, storage) are handled professionally.
If you’re planning a move in or around Huddersfield, partnering with Bellwoods Removals means you’re aligning with a local expert who can help minimise the stress of the move and give you one less thing to worry about.