Farnborough Property Market Q1 2026: Practical, Stable, and Price-Sensitive
Farnborough kicks off 2026 with steady pricing, consistent demand, and a market that is focused more on value than hype. Mortgage rates are easing; buyers are back but they are thinking carefully.
Where Things Stand
We’re now into January, and the Farnborough property market feels grounded. After a few bumpy years, the second half of 2025 helped settle things down, both nationally and locally.
Across the UK, house prices ended the year broadly flat, with average values slightly down compared to the year before. More importantly though, the monthly fluctuations have calmed. The dust has started to settle and Farnborough has followed suit.
The Local Picture
Farnborough continues to offer strong value in Northeast Hampshire. Prices in Q4 2025 sat in the £340,000 to £360,000range, more affordable than many Surrey neighbours but still ahead of national averages.
Here is how that breaks down:
- Detached homes: £550,000-£600,000
- Semi-detached houses: £380,000-£420,000
- Terraced homes: £300,000-£330,000
- Flats: £200,000-£230,000
Not much has shifted pricewise over the past few months and most movements have been minor as well as postcode-dependent. That sort of quiet consistency might not grab headlines, but for those planning a move, it's actually a strength.
Who is Moving and Why?
Demand in Farnborough is steady. Buyers are active but cautious. With strong rail links, access to major employers and relatively more affordable stock, the town continues to draw attention from:
- First-time buyers
- Upsizers from nearby commuter areas
- Buyers relocating from more expensive parts of the Southeast
Mortgage approvals have returned to near pre-pandemic levels and fixed rates have continued to drop, many now starting below 5%. That’s helping affordability, especially for those with good credit and decent deposits.
What is Selling and What is Sitting?
Well-priced homes are selling, particularly in the £300,000 to £400,000 range. These tend to move within a few weeks, provided they’re well presented and marketed properly.
But we are seeing a gap open up between price-aware homes and ambitiously priced listings. The latter are sitting longer and often require a price realignment. This is especially true for:
- Older flats
- Detached homes priced above the local ceiling
- Properties needing cosmetic or structural updates
Buyers have options. They’re taking their time and looking for value not chasing deals out of fear of missing out.
Is Now a Good Time to Sell?
For sellers, the answer is: yes, if you price for today, not yesterday.
Farnborough isn’t booming, it is balanced. Sellers who set expectations based on actual sold prices from late 2025 are far more likely to get results early in 2026.
If your home sits in the core family market such as three-bed semis, well-kept terraces, flats close to the station, there is activity out there. The key is aligning price with presentation and partnering with an agent who knows how to position it.
What About First-Time Buyers?
Farnborough is still one of the more accessible markets in the region. With flats and smaller houses under £300,000, it continues to offer a foothold into the Southeast especially compared to towns further in.
Mortgage rates easing has made budgeting a little easier, even if affordability remains a national challenge. The big change? Buyers have room to negotiate and make more considered offers, not just rush to beat the market.
What to Expect in Q1
Looking ahead, we’re expecting more of the same - stable pricing, selective demand and buyers making decisions based on value, not emotion.
Forecasts for 2026 suggest modest price growth, not driven by high demand but by improving affordability. Locally, that points to a market where the right homes, at the right price, will continue to sell.
Final Thought
Farnborough is not making big market moves and that’s exactly why it is worth watching. It’s grounded, consistent and increasingly well-understood by buyers looking for location and lifestyle without Surrey price tags.
If you are thinking about a move, it’s not about chasing the top of the market. It is about making data-driven decisions with a local strategy behind you.
Let’s talk about how we can make that happen.
🥑 #BeatThePortals ™: Let’s Talk Before You List
Thinking of moving in 2026? The best buyers don’t always come from the portals. At avocado, we connect movers before the listing goes live, through local insight, real conversations, and a database of serious buyers ready to go. If you want to beat the crowd, avoid the noise, and sell with less stress, let’s talk strategy before you press upload.
#BeatThePortals means smarter selling - not just more exposure.