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Published on : February 17, 2026 12:15

February 2026 Reddish Property Market Update

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Why buyers keep choosing Reddish?

Reddish continues to punch above its weight. With fast access to Manchester, a strong sense of community, good schools, green spaces and a thriving local high street, it delivers exactly what buyers are looking for: value, convenience, and lifestyle in one postcode.

Reddish vs the National Market: How Do Prices Compare?

At a time when affordability is front and centre for many movers, Reddish offers a compelling alternative to pricier city locations—without compromising on connectivity or character.

Over the past 12 months:

  • Average Reddish sale price: £212,932
  • North West average: £207,887
  • England & Wales average: £282,148

Reddish now sits 2.4% above the North West average, showing strong local demand. Yet it remains almost 25% more affordable than the England & Wales average — a key reason why buyers continue to target the area.

Even more telling is price growth:

  • Reddish: +4.7% year-on-year
  • North West: +3.4%
  • England & Wales: +1.3%

Reddish is outperforming both the regional and national markets.

Sales activity also tells a positive story:

  • 416 sales in the last 12 months
  • Transaction levels up 6.9% locally
  • Meanwhile, sales volumes fell across the North West (-16.6%) and England & Wales (-16.3%)

In short, while much of the market slowed, Reddish kept moving.

Nationally, the average time to sell sits at 76 days, reinforcing that realistic pricing and strong demand remain key drivers of success.

Reddish House Prices

Here’s how average sold prices break down locally:

  • Detached: £332,471
  • Semi-detached: £243,996
  • Terraced: £194,088
  • Flats: £140,213

Terraced homes remain the backbone of the Reddish market, accounting for the largest share of sales. Notably, local terrace prices sit around 26% above the North West terraced average, highlighting just how desirable these properties are with first-time buyers and young families.

Detached homes in Reddish offer comparatively strong value when benchmarked regionally, making them attractive to upsizers seeking space without premium Cheshire pricing.

Overall, Reddish offers choice across all price brackets — from entry-level flats to substantial family homes.

If you’re considering selling, speak to Edward Mellor – Reddish’s top-selling agent with over 40 years of experience and a dedicated team of local property specialists ready to help you achieve the best result.
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Rental Market: Cooling from the Highs, Still Performing

Average achieved rents over the past year:

  • 1-bed flat: £883 pcm (+0.5%)
  • 2-bed flat: £950 pcm (-0.2%)
  • 2-bed house: £1,046 pcm (+2.3%)
  • 3-bed house: £1,183 pcm (+3.2%)
  • 4+ bed house: £1,312 pcm (+13.9%*)

(*Based on a smaller sample size.)

After the sharp rental inflation seen through early 2025 (when annual growth peaked at nearly 17%), the market has now stabilised. Annual rental growth sits closer to 2%, reflecting improved supply levels and a more balanced environment.

Available rental stock, which surged in early 2025, has now moderated — creating a healthier, more sustainable marketplace for both landlords and tenants.

Family houses remain the strongest performers, particularly well-presented 2 and 3-bed homes.

In Conclusion 

Reddish continues to show resilience.

✔ Prices growing faster than regional and national averages
✔ Sales volumes rising while wider markets contracted
✔ Strong demand for terraced and family homes
✔ Rental market stabilising but still delivering solid returns

For buyers, Reddish remains a smart move for value and long-term growth. 

Sellers will find that demand is strong — but accurate pricing and standout presentation are critical. For landlords, well-positioned family homes continue to perform best.

If you’re considering a move in 2026, now is a great time to have a conversation about strategy and positioning in the current market.

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*All data provided by Datsaloft by PriceHubble

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