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Greater Glasgow
Average House Price in West Dunbartonshire 2026
Average: £127,161 · +7.9% year-on-year
Average price
£127,161
Median price
£111,900
Year change
+7.9%
5-year change
+33.2%
Average price by property type
Buying costs at the average price
LBTT (first-time buyer)
£0
Save £0 with FTB relief
ADS surcharge (buy-to-let)
£10,173
8% on the full purchase price
Rental market
Avg 2-bed rent
£600/month
Annual rent
£7,200
Price-to-rent ratio
18x
How West Dunbartonshire compares
Other areas in Greater Glasgow
West Dunbartonshire property market overview
The average house price in West Dunbartonshire is £127,161, which is 35% below the Scottish average of £194,872. Prices have seen strong growth over the past year at +7.9%, well ahead of the national trend. Over five years, values have moved up by 33.2%. The average 2-bed rent of £600/month gives a gross rental yield of 5.7%, which is neutral for buy-to-let investors. With roughly 1,000 property sales per year, West Dunbartonshire is a quieter market with fewer transactions.
Buying tips for West Dunbartonshire
- First-time buyers pay NO LBTT in West Dunbartonshire — the average price of £127,161 falls within the £175,000 nil-rate threshold.
- At 5.7% gross yield, West Dunbartonshire offers above-average rental returns — worth modelling in the Buy-to-Let Calculator before committing.
- West Dunbartonshire is 35% below the Scottish average — it may offer better value for first-time buyers looking to get on the ladder.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in West Dunbartonshire?
The average house price in West Dunbartonshire is £127,161 (median £111,900). Detached homes average £228,500, semi-detached £142,800, terraced £108,700, and flats £62,700.
Is West Dunbartonshire good value compared to the rest of Scotland?
Yes. West Dunbartonshire is 35% below the Scottish average of £194,872, making it relatively affordable. Year-on-year prices have risen by 7.9%.
How much LBTT do I pay on a property in West Dunbartonshire?
On the average West Dunbartonshire property (£127,161), a standard buyer pays £0 in LBTT. First-time buyers pay nothing, saving £0. Use our LBTT Calculator for an exact figure at any price.
What is the rental yield in West Dunbartonshire?
The gross rental yield in West Dunbartonshire is approximately 5.7%, based on an average 2-bed rent of £600/month and average property price of £127,161. A price-to-rent ratio of 18x is considered neutral.
Useful calculators
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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.