Cardiff Property Market 2026: Local Insight & House Price Trends.

How rising Welsh house prices are shaping the market in Cardiff

 

Welsh house prices rose faster than the UK average in 2025, with increases of up to 7% in some areas, as reported this week by the BBC and the Office for National Statistics.

 

But what does that mean for the Cardiff property market in 2026?

 

National figures provide important context. Yet property markets are always local. To understand how house prices in Cardiff are performing so far this year, we asked our management team for their insight from across the city and wider region.

Rhodri – West Cardiff

Rhodri reports a strong start to the year across West Cardiff.

 

New instructions and agreed sales have remained healthy through the early months of 2026, with motivated buyers continuing to progress confidently.

 

Encouragingly, viewing numbers across Cardiff are up 10% year on year in the first two months of 2026 — a clear sign of underlying demand that continues to underpin the local property market.

 

With pent-up interest still evident, Rhodri expects activity to build steadily as we move further into spring.

 

Rhodri's view

Demand is firmly in place, providing solid foundations for the months ahead.

 

Anna – Pontcanna

In Pontcanna, Anna has seen many homes selling quickly and, in some cases, achieving above their asking price.

While competition in the Cardiff housing market is not yet as intense as it may become later in the year, buyers still need to act decisively when the right property becomes available.

 

For sellers, pricing strategy remains critical. Launching at the correct level from day one continues to be key to maximising both interest and sale price.

 

Anna's view

Strong early momentum, with thoughtful pricing central to success.

 

Mike – North Cardiff

Across North Cardiff, the £300,000 to £700,000 range continues to form the backbone of activity, particularly in established residential areas such as Heath, Rhiwbina, Lisvane and Cyncoed.

Higher-value homes are also attracting solid engagement when presented and priced appropriately.

 

While overall enquiry levels may feel more measured than peak market conditions, buyer commitment remains strong. It is very much a quality-over-quantity environment within the Cardiff property market.

 

Mike's view

Stable, sustainable conditions with momentum building into spring.

 

Owen – Llandaff

In Llandaff, Owen highlights the importance of pricing discipline.

Properties launched at realistic levels are generating strong early interest and achieving their best results within the first few weeks of marketing. Homes introduced too optimistically can lose that initial momentum and often require price reductions later.

 

There is no shortage of buyers across Cardiff — but the launch strategy continues to make the difference.

 

Owen's view

Launch well, price well, and the market responds.

 

What this means for the Cardiff housing market

Across our city region, the themes are consistent:

• Stable house prices in Cardiff
• Strong new instructions and agreed sales
• Viewing activity up 10% year on year
• Motivated, financially prepared buyers
• Pricing strategy more important than ever

 

The Cardiff property market in early 2026 feels measured and confident rather than overheated. It is supported by genuine demand and steady momentum.

For buyers, preparation and decisiveness remain important.

For sellers, presentation and accurate pricing from the outset continue to be the foundations of success.

 

If you are considering a move this spring and would value clear, locally informed advice on the Cardiff housing market, our team across Pontcanna, North Cardiff and Llandaff would be delighted to help.

 

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