The market
The Torquay property market
Over the last 12 months, 697 homes sold across Torquay’s 2 postcode districts, at a median sold price of £225,000. That’s down 2.2% on the year before. Terraced homes make up the largest share of recent sales.
£225,000
Median sold price
last 12 months
£265,868
Average sold price
last 12 months
697
Homes sold
last 12 months
-2.2%
Year on year
median price
| What sells in Torquay |
Sales |
Median price |
| Terraced |
233 |
£215,000 |
| Flat / Maisonette |
199 |
£145,000 |
| Semi-detached |
144 |
£282,500 |
| Detached |
98 |
£414,232 |
| Other |
23 |
£240,000 |
Based on HM Land Registry sold-price records for TQ1, TQ2. Updated monthly.
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Finding the Right Estate Agent in Torquay
Choosing the right estate agent in Torquay can make a real difference to how quickly
your home sells and the price you achieve. Torquay 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 Torquay 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.
Want the cost side specifically? See a full breakdown of
estate agent fees in Torquay,
from 1.9% in 2026, with worked examples and how local fees compare to the UK average.
Looking for ranked picks? Our
best estate agents in Torquay for 2026
guide ranks local agents on the same AgentSeeker Score: reputation, fee,
listing activity and local standing.
Torquay Estate Agents: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average house price in Torquay?
According to Land Registry sold-price data, the average sold price in Torquay is around £233,910. This figure pools all property types across the area over the last six months. For a valuation tailored to your specific home, request a free valuation via AgentSeeker. free Torquay valuation.
When is the best time to sell a house in Torquay?
Spring (March–May) and early autumn (September–October) are traditionally the strongest months for selling in Torquay, 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 Torquay today. best Torquay agents.
Can you haggle with estate agents in Torquay?
Yes, estate agent fees in Torquay are negotiable, and many sellers save 0.2–0.4% by haggling. Current Torquay rates sit between 1.9% to 2.3% as an all-in total. AgentSeeker shows each Torquay agent's committed total fee before you make contact, with no VAT added later, effectively a pre-negotiated rate the agent has locked in for your lead. compare Torquay agent fees.
What are common estate agent red flags in Torquay?
Common red flags when picking an estate agent in Torquay: 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 Torquay agents by verified performance data and committed fee, so you can see which agents clear a transparent bar. See vetted Torquay agents. vetted Torquay agents.