Bude Property Market Overview
North Cornwall coastal town with lifestyle buyer demand and limited new housing supply
The Bude property market recorded 184 residential sales over the past 12 months, with a median sale price of £341,500. This places Bude £47k above the Cornwall county median of £295,000, and £57k above the UK national median of £285,000.
Prices in Bude have shown a notable decline, with a year-on-year change of -7.7%. Within Cornwall, Bude ranks 1st by price out of 8 principal towns, and 8th by transaction volume.
Bude House Prices by Property Type
Property prices in Bude vary significantly by type. The table below compares Bude prices with Cornwall county averages and UK national figures.
| Type | Bude | Cornwall Avg | UK Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £416,000 | £433,000 | £420,000 |
| Semi-detached | £290,000 | £295,000 | £265,000 |
| Terraced | £268,000 | £249,688 | £230,000 |
| Flat | £195,000 | £161,500 | £225,000 |
Detached homes in Bude command £416,000, while flat properties are most accessible at £195,000. The £221k spread between the most and least expensive types indicates a diverse market with opportunities across the development spectrum.
Median Price by Property Type
New Build Homes in Bude
Bude recorded 4 new-build transactions in the past 12 months, representing 2.2% of total sales. New-build supply is limited, potentially indicating either planning constraints or an untapped opportunity for developers.
New-build properties in Bude traded at a discount of 1.5% versus existing stock. Developers should focus on specification, design quality, and location to maximise values above comparable second-hand stock.
Across the wider Cornwall market, 51 new-build completions were recorded — see our Cornwall property market report for the full county picture.
Recent Property Sales in Bude
The following table shows the most recent property transactions recorded in Bude, providing real-time evidence of achieved prices for buyers, sellers, and developers:
| Price | Type | Postcode | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £407,500 | Semi-detached | EX23 8PG | 2026-02-23 | Existing |
| £765,000 | Detached | EX23 9ER | 2026-02-23 | Existing |
| £222,500 | Terraced | EX23 0HZ | 2026-02-19 | Existing |
| £225,000 | Terraced | EX23 8BG | 2026-02-18 | Existing |
| £272,500 | Detached | EX23 8FG | 2026-02-11 | Existing |
These transactions are sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid data and represent completed, registered sales. The range from £222,500 to £765,000 illustrates the breadth of the Bude market.
Development Finance in Bude
For developers considering Bude, the local market data translates directly into finance structuring. With a median value of £341,500 and detached homes at £416,000, lenders can assess scheme viability with confidence.
A typical development finance facility for a Bude scheme with a GDV of £416,000 would attract senior debt of approximately £270,400 at 65% LTGDV. Mezzanine finance can stretch total borrowing to 85-90% of costs, while bridging loans enable rapid site acquisitions completing in as little as 5 working days.
While prices have softened 7.7% year-on-year, experienced developers can still generate strong returns in Bude by targeting well-located sites with clear demand drivers.
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Bude Compared to Nearby Cornwall Towns
To put Bude's market in context, the table below compares it with similarly-priced towns across Cornwall:
| Town | Median Price | Sales (12m) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bude | £341,500 | 184 | -7.7% |
| Falmouth | £333,125 | 360 | -7.5% |
| Truro | £320,000 | 595 | -1.7% |
| Newquay | £310,000 | 502 | -6.1% |
| Penzance | £280,000 | 361 | 0% |
| St Austell | £255,000 | 540 | 0% |
For the full Cornwall town-by-town breakdown, see our comprehensive Cornwall property market report.
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What is the average house price in Bude?
The median house price in Bude is £341,500, based on 184 transactions over the past 12 months. Detached homes average £416,000 while flat properties average £195,000.
Are house prices rising or falling in Bude?
House prices in Bude are falling at -7.7% year-on-year. This decline may present buying opportunities for investors and developers. The wider Cornwall market is falling at -5.1%.
How many properties sold in Bude recently?
Bude recorded 184 residential property sales in the past 12 months. This is a smaller market where properties may take longer to sell.
What development finance is available for projects in Bude?
Developers in Bude can access development finance from 6.5% p.a. at 65-70% LTGDV, mezzanine finance stretching to 85-90% of costs, bridging loans completing in 5-10 days, and development exit finance. Construction Capital sources the best terms from 100+ lenders.