What You Need to Earn to Buy in LE9

The median home in LE9 sold for £265,000. To buy at that price you'd typically need a household income of about £50,000 — 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 LE9

Deposit %	Deposit £	Mortgage needed
5%	£13,250	£251,750
10%	£26,500	£238,500
15%	£39,750	£225,250
25%	£66,250	£198,750

A typical mortgage on the £265,000 median (85% LTV, 4.5% over 25 years) costs around £1,252/month. Based on 1,031 Land Registry sales.

Common questions about buying in LE9

What salary do you need to buy a house in LE9?

The median home in LE9 sold for £265,000. With a 15% deposit and a typical 4.5× income multiple, you'd need a household income of about £50,000 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 LE9?

Borrowing £225,250 (85% of the £265,000 median) at 4.5% over 25 years works out at roughly £1,252 a month on a repayment basis.

How much deposit do you need to buy in LE9?

On the £265,000 median price, a 5% deposit is £13,250 and a 10% deposit is £26,500. A larger deposit usually unlocks lower rates.

Are house prices in LE9 rising or falling?

Based on the latest Land Registry sold prices, prices in LE9 are not enough recent sales to show a trend, across 1,031 recorded sales.

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