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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Vicky Shaw

Average UK house price hit record high of £296,000 in August

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The average UK house price reached a record high of £296,000 in August after jumping by £36,000 annually, according to official figures.

But experts commenting on the data said expectations have changed significantly in recent weeks amid mortgage rate rises, with the likelihood of a dampening effect on house price growth.

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