As 2025 draws to a close, the Penarth and Vale of Glamorgan property market has proven itself once again as both resilient and dynamic. After a turbulent few years of economic uncertainty shaped by inflation, shifting interest rates, and evolving tax policies, 2025 has signalled renewed buyer confidence and strong rental demand.

Despite economic headwinds, property values across the Vale of Glamorgan have held firm. According to the Office for National Statistics, the average house price in July 2025 was £284,000, virtually unchanged from £287,000 in July 2024.

In Penarth, where prices typically sit above the regional average, the average house price in 2025 was approx. £349,708 which has dipped slightly from £364,000 in 2024. However, this 3.9% dip can be seen as a natural correction following years of rapid growth, rather than a sign of weakness.

The rental market remains buoyant as ever. Despite some landlords exiting the rental market due to changes in Land Transaction Tax and legislation, tenant demand has remained robust, which has seen the average monthly private rent in the Vale of Glamorgan being £956 in August 2025 — a substantial increase from £883 in August 2024, or a 8.3% rise (ONS).

Penarth’s enduring appeal lies not just in its housing stock, but in its lifestyle. Penarth’s iconic pier, vibrant marina, leafy parks, and bustling town centre offer a rare blend of coastal charm and urban convenience which makes it a captivating place to call home.

So if you’re thinking of buying, selling or letting a property, Watts & Morgan are here to help!