# Gainsborough Property Market Summary
Gainsborough presents an accessible entry point into the property market, with an average price of £127,316 across its substantial stock of over 12,000 properties. This Lincolnshire market town offers significantly more affordable housing compared to the national average, making it particularly attractive for first-time buyers and investors seeking value. The market has experienced notable volatility in recent years, with average prices fluctuating considerably – from £178,491 in 2019 to a peak of £270,114 in 2023, before moderating to £202,124 in 2024.
The recent price trends reveal an active and dynamic market, with transaction volumes increasing substantially from 418 sales in 2017 to 756 in 2024, suggesting growing interest in the area. The dramatic spike in 2023 appears to have corrected itself, with 2024 and early 2025 figures indicating a more stable market around the £200,000-£210,000 mark. This combination of affordability, strong transaction volumes, and the town's strategic location in North Lincolnshire makes Gainsborough an area worth monitoring for those seeking property value in the East Midlands region.
The average house price in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire is £127,316. Prices range from £500 to £9,419,700.
There are 12,049 properties in Gainsborough with 14,964 recorded transactions since 1995.
The median house price in Gainsborough is £99,000, compared to an average of £127,316.
Gainsborough has 4,508 detached properties, 3,694 terraced properties, 3,142 semi-detached properties, 367 other properties.
Average house prices in Gainsborough have risen by 501.6% from £45,714 in 1995 to £275,000 in 2026.
The most popular streets in Gainsborough by number of properties include High Street, Lea Road, Ropery Road, Sunningdale Way, Gainsborough Road.
Gainsborough is located in Lincolnshire, in the West Lindsey district.