What You Need to Earn to Buy in BD16

The median home in BD16 sold for £199,995. To buy at that price you'd typically need a household income of about £38,000 — based on a 15% deposit and a 4.5× income multiple. Prices are not enough recent sales to show a trend.

Deposit needed to buy in BD16

Deposit %	Deposit £	Mortgage needed
5%	£10,000	£189,995
10%	£20,000	£179,995
15%	£29,999	£169,996
25%	£49,999	£149,996

A typical mortgage on the £199,995 median (85% LTV, 4.5% over 25 years) costs around £945/month. Based on 445 Land Registry sales.

Common questions about buying in BD16

What salary do you need to buy a house in BD16?

The median home in BD16 sold for £199,995. With a 15% deposit and a typical 4.5× income multiple, you'd need a household income of about £38,000 to buy at that price. Higher-multiple lenders can reduce the income required — check your own figure with the affordability calculator.

How much is a typical mortgage payment in BD16?

Borrowing £169,996 (85% of the £199,995 median) at 4.5% over 25 years works out at roughly £945 a month on a repayment basis.

How much deposit do you need to buy in BD16?

On the £199,995 median price, a 5% deposit is £10,000 and a 10% deposit is £20,000. A larger deposit usually unlocks lower rates.

Are house prices in BD16 rising or falling?

Based on the latest Land Registry sold prices, prices in BD16 are not enough recent sales to show a trend, across 445 recorded sales.

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