Britain's Most Expensive Streets Unveiled: London Reigns Supreme
Property website Rightmove has disclosed the most expensive streets across Britain, with a striking dominance from London addresses. The analysis, based on Rightmove data, focuses on streets where at least five homes were available for sale throughout January this year, providing a snapshot of the ultra-prime property market.
Top Spots and Regional Highlights
Winnington Road in Barnet, London, retains its position as the most expensive street, boasting an average asking price of £12,538,095. Following closely, Chester Square in Westminster, London, secures second place with £11,546,428, while The Bishops Avenue, also in Barnet, ranks third at £8,930,650. Notably, East Road in Elmbridge, Surrey, stands out as the sole entry outside London in the top 20, with an average price of £8,795,714.
In Scotland, Drumsheugh Gardens in Edinburgh claims the title of most expensive street at £560,000, whereas Hollybush Road in Cardiff leads in Wales with £1,237,500. This regional breakdown underscores the significant price disparities across the UK.
Expert Insights and Market Trends
Colleen Babcock, a property expert at Rightmove, commented on the findings, stating, "Britain’s most expensive streets always capture the nation’s attention, and this year we see the return of Winnington Road in North London as the leader based on asking prices. The top 20 is almost entirely composed of London addresses, reinforcing the city's supremacy in the ultra-prime property sector. For buyers seeking prestigious locations beyond London's hustle and bustle, Elmbridge in Surrey represents the rest of the country as the only area outside the capital to feature in the top 20."
Comprehensive Lists of Priciest Streets
Top 20 Most Expensive Streets in Britain:
- Winnington Road N2, London - £12,538,095
- Chester Square SW1W, London - £11,546,428
- The Bishops Avenue N2, London - £8,930,650
- Thurloe Place SW7, London - £8,904,545
- East Road KT13, South East - £8,795,714
- Ebury Square SW1W, London - £8,521,111
- Knightsbridge SW1X, London - £8,260,000
- Wilton Place SW1X, London - £7,921,429
- Montpelier Square SW7, London - £7,405,000
- Cumberland Terrace NW1, London - £7,400,000
- Holland Villas Road W14, London - £7,316,667
- Charles Street W1J, London - £7,105,000
- Lowndes Square SW1X, London - £6,941,923
- Eaton Place SW1X, London - £6,931,600
- Heath Drive NW3, London - £6,656,429
- Gloucester Square W2, London - £6,603,125
- Sheldon Avenue N6, London - £6,453,182
- Connaught Square W2, London - £6,216,667
- Hamilton Terrace NW8, London - £5,890,385
- Knightsbridge SW7, London - £5,750,000
Top 20 Most Expensive Streets Outside London:
- East Road KT13, South East - £8,795,714
- Newlands Avenue WD7, East of England - £3,950,000
- Congleton Road SK9, North West - £3,323,500
- Larch Avenue SL5, South East - £2,779,167
- Salterns Way BH14, South West - £2,460,000
- Brookmans Avenue AL9, East of England - £2,438,750
- Tiddington Road CV37, West Midlands - £2,306,666.67
- Burnham Road CM3, East of England - £2,197,726.82
- Penn Road HP9, South East - £2,191,000
- High Street CB23, East of England - £2,181,667
- Woodland Way KT20, South East - £2,071,667
- Copthorne Common RH10, South East - £2,050,000
- Bracken Drive IG7, East of England - £2,033,333
- Chapel Lane WA15, North West - £1,979,000
- Church Road CM11, East of England - £1,910,714
- Lower Pennington Lane SO41, South East - £1,782,500
- Runnymede Road NE20, North East - £1,726,111
- Valley Road WD3, East of England - £1,723,333
- Birchwood Road DA2, South East - £1,687,500
- Westfield Road B15, West Midlands - £1,650,000
This detailed mapping offers valuable insights into the UK's property landscape, highlighting the concentration of high-value homes in London and the notable exceptions across other regions.
