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North East
Average House Price in Aberdeenshire 2026
Average: £196,787 · +1% year-on-year
Average price
£196,787
Median price
£173,200
Year change
+1%
5-year change
+2.8%
Average price by property type
Buying costs at the average price
LBTT (first-time buyer)
£436
Save £600 with FTB relief
ADS surcharge (buy-to-let)
£15,743
8% on the full purchase price
Rental market
Avg 2-bed rent
£750/month
Annual rent
£9,000
Price-to-rent ratio
22x
How Aberdeenshire compares
Other areas in North East
Aberdeenshire property market overview
The average house price in Aberdeenshire is £196,787, which is 1% above the Scottish average of £194,872. Prices have been largely flat over the past year at +1%, lagging behind many other Scottish areas. Over five years, values have moved up by 2.8%. The average 2-bed rent of £750/month gives a gross rental yield of 4.6%, which is challenging for buy-to-let landlords. With roughly 3,800 property sales per year, Aberdeenshire is one of Scotland’s more active markets.
Buying tips for Aberdeenshire
- First-time buyers save £600 on LBTT in Aberdeenshire compared to standard buyers, paying just £436 on the average property.
- A 4.6% gross rental yield is reasonable for Scotland. Factor in mortgage costs, maintenance, and the ADS surcharge to see true net returns.
- Prices sit close to the Scottish average. Use the Mortgage Affordability Calculator to see what deposit and income you’d need.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Aberdeenshire?
The average house price in Aberdeenshire is £196,787 (median £173,200). Detached homes average £283,700, semi-detached £178,500, terraced £141,900, and flats £87,000.
Is Aberdeenshire good value compared to the rest of Scotland?
Aberdeenshire is 1% above the Scottish average of £194,872, so it’s more expensive than most areas. However, more modest price growth may signal a cooling market.
How much LBTT do I pay on a property in Aberdeenshire?
On the average Aberdeenshire property (£196,787), a standard buyer pays £1,036 in LBTT. First-time buyers pay £436, saving £600. Use our LBTT Calculator for an exact figure at any price.
What is the rental yield in Aberdeenshire?
The gross rental yield in Aberdeenshire is approximately 4.6%, based on an average 2-bed rent of £750/month and average property price of £196,787. A price-to-rent ratio of 22x is considered challenging for landlords.
Useful calculators
LBTT Calculator
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Council Tax — Aberdeenshire
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Buy-to-Let Calculator
Rental yield + tax at Scottish rates
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Data: Registers of Scotland quarterly house price statistics, UK House Price Index (ONS/Land Registry). Figures are approximate and based on the most recent available data. LBTT calculated at 2026/27 rates. Rental data from Citylets/Scottish Government Private Rent Statistics.