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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Vicky Shaw

Rural areas ‘have seen strongest house price growth over last five years’

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House prices in areas which are mainly rural have increased at a faster rate than those in urban locations over the five years to the end of 2023, according to analysis by a building society.

Property values areas classed as predominantly rural have risen by 22% over the past five years, compared with a 17% increase in urban areas, Nationwide Building Society said.

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