The February 2026 Halifax House Price Index was released earlier today – what is new in 2026?
The Halifax House Price Index (HPI) for February 2026 was published today – we’ve put together an overview of what it covers.
The latest data shows that UK house prices increased in February by +0.8%, following a +0.8% fall in January. The average house price now sits at £301,151 – remaining above £300k. With annual growth at +1.3%, up from +1.1% in January.
Keeping consistent from 2025, the index shows Northern Ireland continuing to record the strongest property price growth of any nation or region in the UK, with average prices up +6.3% annually, and an average home now costing £218.286. Scotland has also recorded strong growth, rising +4.7% annually to an average price of £222,286.
Amanda Bryden, Head of Mortgages, Halifax noted that “The housing market built on its steady start to the year in February, with average prices rising by +0.3%, following an increase of +0.8% in January. Annual growth also picked up to +1.3%, its strongest rate for four months. Since the start of the year, average prices have increased by around £3,000, with a typical property now costing £301,151.
These latest figures suggest the market has regained some momentum after a softer end to 2025. While industry data for January show a slight easing in new mortgage approvals, overall activity has continued to prove resilient.”
The next Halifax House Price Index is scheduled for release on Wednesday 8th April 2026.