The market
The Hereford property market
Over the last 12 months, 665 homes sold across Hereford’s 2 postcode districts, at a median sold price of £273,000. That’s down 7.5% on the year before. Detached homes make up the largest share of recent sales.
£273,000
Median sold price
last 12 months
£312,224
Average sold price
last 12 months
665
Homes sold
last 12 months
-7.5%
Year on year
median price
| What sells in Hereford |
Sales |
Median price |
| Detached |
208 |
£390,000 |
| Terraced |
185 |
£225,000 |
| Semi-detached |
181 |
£275,000 |
| Flat / Maisonette |
65 |
£132,000 |
| Other |
26 |
£385,000 |
Based on HM Land Registry sold-price records for HR1, HR4. Updated monthly.
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Finding the Right Estate Agent in Hereford
Choosing the right estate agent in Hereford can make a real difference to how quickly
your home sells and the price you achieve. Hereford has a range of local and national
agents, but their fees, sale times and results vary widely across
the 2 postcode districts that make up the area.
AgentSeeker compares estate agents in Hereford on what can be observed rather than
what they say about themselves: their Google reputation, the fee, how much they are
currently selling in your postcode district, and how they rank against their neighbours.
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Hereford Estate Agents: Frequently Asked Questions
What are common estate agent red flags in Hereford?
Common red flags when picking an estate agent in Hereford: inflated valuations designed to win your listing, vague or shifting fee quotes, contracts with tie-in periods longer than 12 weeks, and a lack of achieved-vs-asking data. AgentSeeker filters Hereford agents by verified performance data and committed fee, so you can see which agents clear a transparent bar. See vetted Hereford agents. vetted Hereford agents.
When is the best time to sell a house in Hereford?
Spring (March–May) and early autumn (September–October) are traditionally the strongest months for selling in Hereford, with more active buyers and longer viewing daylight. That said, a well-priced home with the right agent will sell year-round. Find the best-performing agents in Hereford today. best Hereford agents.
Do I have to pay estate agent fees if I sell privately in Hereford?
If you sell your Hereford home entirely privately with no agent involved, there's no agent fee to pay. However, most Hereford agents operate on a 'sole agency' or 'multi-agency' contract, and if a buyer originally introduced by the agent completes, the fee is still due even if you handle the final negotiation yourself. Always check the contract before signing. Compare committed-fee Hereford agents on AgentSeeker. committed-fee Hereford agents.
How can I reduce estate agent fees in Hereford?
The three most effective ways to reduce estate agent fees in Hereford: first, ask for a committed fee up front rather than accepting the headline rate; second, compare multiple Hereford agents, since local competition usually shifts the number by 0.2–0.4%; third, consider a sole-agency contract for a lower rate in exchange for exclusivity. AgentSeeker publishes each Hereford agent's committed fee before you contact them. compare Hereford fees.