Coastal Living in Demand as Seaside Property Prices Hold Strong

- Wed 02 Jul 2025

Seaside living remains as desirable as ever, with recent figures showing continued demand for homes along Britain’s coastline - particularly in the South West. Despite wider market fluctuations, coastal towns across Devon and Cornwall continue to attract buyers looking for lifestyle, space, and natural beauty.

Premium areas such as Sandbanks may grab headlines with average asking prices above £1 million, but locations like Sidmouth, Budleigh Salterton, St. Ives, and Dartmouth are proving just as popular for those seeking character, community, and coastal charm.

At Bradleys Estate Agents, we’ve seen sustained interest from local movers, second-home buyers, and investors are more drawn to seaside towns across the region. Even in a shifting market, the pull of the coast remains strong - and the South West is leading the way. Many buyers seem to be aware of increased council tax bands on second homes in specific areas, although we do advise to check before committing to any purchase.

While many areas, including the South West have seen adjustments in price, overall buyer demand for coastal properties remains strong, particularly for homes that offer outdoor space, sea views, or easy access to the beach. Coastal homes continue to hold their value well, and for many, they represent not just a lifestyle upgrade, but a sound long-term investment.

“We continue to see strong interest in coastal areas across the East Devon coastline, particularly in Sidmouth, and Seaton along the coast to our neighbouring offices in Budleigh and Exmouth” says Ben Morgan, Branch Manager of Bradleys Sidmouth office. “From family homes to lock-up-and-leave apartments, buyers are looking for towns with a real sense of community and proximity to the sea. There’s strong confidence in the value of coastal living.”

Jon Harvey, Bradleys St Ives Manager added “The market has now seen an increase in activity, following a period of prices being corrected. There is always demand for homes with a sea view, of which we have many, however the price needs to be appealing to buyers as they have a wide choice around our area now, which wasn’t the case a few years ago.”

Top 10 most expensive seaside spots in Great Britain from Rightmove

1. Sandbanks, Poole – £1,282,565

2. Canford Cliffs, Poole – £974,635

3. Milford-on-Sea, Hampshire – £728,460

4. Lymington, Hampshire – £639,316

5. Budleigh Salterton, Devon – £535,761

6. St. Ives, Cornwall – £507,139

7. Dartmouth, Devon – £500,006

8. Sidmouth, Devon – £494,811

9. Whitstable, Kent – £469,586

10. Hythe, Kent – £466,898

With 30+ offices across Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset, Bradleys offers unmatched local expertise and insight into the region’s most desirable seaside locations as well as in-land spots. Whether you're thinking of selling, relocating, or investing in a coastal property, now is a great time to explore your options.

Free, no-obligation valuations and expert guidance are available via our website or your nearest Bradleys branch.

Coastal Living in Demand as Seaside Property Prices Hold Strong

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