Wokingham Property Market Review — December 2025
December brought a measured close to the year across RG40 and RG41, with both markets showing resilience beneath the surface of a traditionally quieter month. While seasonal patterns softened momentum in places, pricing, affordability, and transaction data point to two distinct but broadly stable local markets as 2025 came to an end.
For many local movers - often selling and buying within the same area - December’s data provides a useful snapshot of how value, demand, and affordability are currently aligning across Wokingham and its surrounding villages.
Prices & Values
Across RG40 - covering Wokingham, Finchampstead and Barkham - the average price per square foot over the last six months stood at £474, based on analysis of 184 data points. Average sale prices in December reached £517,500, indicating steady value levels as the year closed.
In RG41 - including Winnersh, Woosehill, Emmbrook and Sindlesham - pricing remained modestly higher. The average price per square foot measured £481 from 158 data points, with an average sale price of £531,477. This differential reflects long‑standing variations in housing mix and connectivity between the two postcodes.
Transaction Activity & Turnover
Transaction activity diverged between the two areas. In RG40, sales turnover was recorded at 14%, consistent with a seasonal slowdown. While quieter, the market continued to move, suggesting deferred rather than withdrawn demand.
RG41 recorded a higher turnover rate of 28%, indicating continued momentum through December. This points to a pool of motivated buyers and sellers proceeding despite the festive period.
Buyer Behaviour & Affordability
Mortgage conditions were consistent across both postcodes, with the average two‑year fixed mortgage rate holding at 4.19%. This stability has provided a clearer planning framework for households considering a move.
Average household income stands at £71,700 in RG40 and £74,100 in RG41. These income levels help explain why buyer engagement has remained broadly intact, particularly among movers trading locally rather than entering the market for the first time.
Seasonal & Market Context
December typically brings a natural pause in activity as attention shifts toward year‑end commitments. RG40 followed this pattern more closely, while RG41’s higher turnover suggests that well‑aligned transactions continued to progress.
Looking Ahead
As 2026 begins, both RG40 and RG41 enter the new year from positions of relative balance. Pricing remains grounded, affordability is supported by local incomes, and buyer behaviour continues to reflect long‑term housing needs rather than short‑term sentiment.
For households buying and selling at the same time, the data reinforces the importance of viewing a move as a single, joined‑up decision shaped by local nuances rather than headline trends.
At Quarters, we continue to monitor the local market closely through our work as the area’s only member of The FIA, providing independent, data‑led insight into how national trends translate locally. Email Nick Harris or Teresa Ling at hello@quarters.agency- we're here to help!
