Crowthorne Moves in 2026: Why Timing Matters More Than Ever
As we settle into the new year, the property market in Crowthorne is calm, steady and sensible. This is not a frenzied, post-lockdown boom anymore and that’s a good thing. It means successful moves now come down to smart pricing and good timing, not guesswork or luck.
What’s Happening Right Now?
As of Monday 5th January 2026, the local market is workable and price-aware. It’s not weak, far from it but buyers are more considered. The days of “we’ll take anything” are behind us, and what really matters now is how well a home is priced and how early it finds the right audience.
The wider UK numbers give context. October 2025 saw 98,450 residential transactions (seasonally adjusted), the strongest month since March last year. That bounce was all about confidence: when interest rates and house prices stabilised, buyers came back. Mortgage approvals followed suit, with 65,000 in October and 64,500 in November. That’s consistent, grounded demand, not boom-and-bust.
Source: GOV.UK | Bank of England
Price Trends: Holding Steady, Not Sliding
Looking at pricing, the market has found its level. The official UK House Price Index (HPI) for October 2025 showed an average price of around £270,000 up 1.7% year-on-year, but very slightly down on the month.
Halifax reported annual growth of 0.7% in November, while Nationwide put the December figure at 0.6% growth, with a 0.4% monthly dip. So yes, it’s stable. The wild swings are behind us.
Source: GOV.UK | Halifax
A Game-Changer in the Background: Interest Rates
Just before Christmas, the Bank of England cut the base rate to 3.75%. This doesn’t make mortgages cheap overnight, but it has changed the mood. Early January fixed rates sit around 4.83% for two years and 4.91% for five years, far from the ultra-low deals of old but a noticeable improvement from the anxiety-inducing highs of 2023 and early 2024.
Source: Bank of England
Crowthorne: What the Local Market Really Looks Like
Is this a buyer’s market or a seller’s? The age old question. The truth is - it depends. Nationally, it’s balanced. Locally, it comes down to street-level detail and property type.
Right now in Crowthorne, there are around 233 properties for sale. The average time on market for unsold homes is about 140 days, with a median of 88 days. That gap matters. Homes that are well-priced and well-positioned tend to agree a sale within 2–3 months. Miss that first wave, and the wait gets longer.
Source: home.co.uk
Sold Prices Tell the Story
Over the last 12 months, the average sold price in Crowthorne has been about £543,524.
Break that down:
· Detached homes averaged roughly £797,697
· Semi-detached homes came in around £480,948
That’s a big spread and buyers are analysing it carefully. They’re comparing like-for-like and focusing on value more than ever.
On Wellington Road, for example, the average sold price sits at £579,167, with semis hitting around £633,750. That’s a very different landscape from, say, the High Street, where the average price is around £178,500, due to the smaller units and more investment-led buyer profiles.
Source: Rightmove
Time to Sell: Know Your Window
When we talk about how long homes take to sell, there are two phases:
1. Getting an offer - where price and presentation do the heavy lifting.
2. Conveyancing - the bit after, which takes time no matter what.
In RG45, the time to attract a buyer varies by property type. Detached and semi-detached homes typically take longer, especially if they’re priced just above the active search range. Flats can take longer again, particularly if there’s competition.
In practical terms for Crowthorne:
- Well-located 3-4 bed family homes (especially in catchment areas) often attract early offers when launched at the right level.
- Larger detached homes, even in great spots, need sharper price alignment to find their buyer.
Best Time to List? There’s a Pattern
The last few months show clear trends.
· October saw strong activity
· December saw a steeper-than-normal drop in asking prices
· Early January is the reset point, when fresh listings meet new buyers.
In Crowthorne, the most reliable windows to list are:
· Late February to May
· September to October
That’s when you’re most likely to create buzz and generate multiple viewings early. If you’re buying, the quieter periods, mid-summer and late November into December can offer more negotiating room, but less choice.
Will There Be a Surge of Listings in Early 2026?
There’s no way for the data to predict that with certainty. But it’s fair to assume that more sellers will test the market now that rates are falling and confidence is returning. If that happens, the spring market will bring more choice for buyers but also more competition for sellers.
The Bottom Line for Crowthorne Movers
Right now, timing gives you an edge but getting your pricing right is what seals the deal.
If you’re listing in the next few months, think hyperlocal. Buyers are comparing homes on your street and judging against similar properties nearby. Launch with realism, accuracy and strong presentation, and you give yourself the best shot of securing a move in that early, active window before your listing becomes background noise.
Still unsure of when to move? We’re always happy to help.
Moving Smart: Timing, Strategy and Beating the Portals
Market activity at the start of 2026 appears to be steady with buyers re-entering the market after the holidays and sellers weighing up their next move. Success in this kind of environment doesn’t come from waiting for the ‘perfect moment’ but more from smart timing, realistic expectations and a marketing plan that does more than just tick boxes.
That’s where avocado property’s #BeatThePortals™ campaign comes in. Rather than relying solely on Rightmove or Zoopla to do the heavy lifting, we create a bespoke, pre-portal marketing strategy that builds real momentum before your home even hits the public sites. It’s designed to connect the dots between sellers and serious buyers faster, helping you get ahead of the rush, control your timeline better and move with confidence in a market that rewards preparation.