Purplebricks reveals August's most-viewed UK homes, led by Tranent property in East Lothian

Purplebricks, the United Kingdom's largest online estate agent, on Tuesday released its August tally of the most-viewed homes on the platform. The monthly ranking reflects online interest across Purplebricks' 7,856 UK listings and comes as the online agency notes sales momentum in August, with 9,154 properties sold since the start of the year. The data underscore how buyers are weighing a mix of rural retreats and accessible commuter homes in a market that remains sensitive to regional price dynamics. The latest House Price Index shows the average UK home valued at about £270,000, with the top-ranked property by views carrying a price of £335,000 — roughly £65,000 above the national average. The most-viewed listing for August was a four-bedroom detached family home on Moffat Walk in Tranent, East Lothian, about 11 miles from Edinburgh. The property features a master bedroom with an ensuite and fitted wardrobes, an open-plan living and dining area, and an immaculate garden with a patio and lawn."

The second-most-viewed home on the August list is a five-bedroom detached property set on The Drive in Leeds, notable for its woodland curb appeal and a sizeable, privacy-focused interior. The residence is described as offering both seclusion and convenience, with a design that includes a renovated kitchen and several large reception rooms. Its six bathrooms include four en-suites, and one of the baths is part of a Jack-and-Jill arrangement that connects to an adjoining sixth bedroom. Interior highlights include a room currently used as a drum-kit space and a separate pool room, while the property sits at £750,000 — a price that sits above the area’s average but below some central Bradford and Leeds market peaks. The Leeds area has seen steady price growth in recent months, reflecting ongoing demand for well-appointed family homes within reasonable commutes to the city center.

Nearby, the market mix remains broad, with a Kent suburb property entering the top 10 as a three-bedroom terrace in Lordswood, Chatham. The Larchwood Close home is newly refurbished and positioned for London access, about a 37-mile drive to the capital. It is listed at £318,500, a figure below the Kent-wide average of about £347,299, and the area has posted a roughly 3% price increase over the past year. A buyer earning the area’s average salary (£39,038) could expect approximate monthly mortgage payments of £1,409 on a 25-year term at 4.5%, with a 20% deposit of £65,000, according to Purplebricks Mortgages calculations.

Another standout in the list is Bay Tree Cottage, a four-bedroom detached horse-stable cottage set in Birchwood in the Malvern Hills. The rural retreat spans 1.84 acres and includes paddocks, two stables, a hay barn and a tack room, plus panoramic views described as striking and expansive. The property is priced at £730,000, well above the Malvern average of about £320,109, though Malvern property values have softened by about 3% in the past 12 months. A buyer earning the area’s average salary (£37,430) would face monthly mortgage payments near £3,262 on a 25-year loan at 4.5% with a 20% deposit of £143,000.

In West Northamptonshire, a spacious top-floor two-bedroom flat in Towcester leads as the region’s more affordable entry. The 67-square-meter home is listed at £100,000 and sits within walking distance of Towcester town center. It is also offered through a shared-ownership option at 35% for £87,500, illustrating how developers and buyers are exploring multiple pathways in a tight market.

Further down the list, a four-bedroom bungalow on Hassock Lane in Shipley, Heanor, Derbyshire, sits behind large gates and offers a rear garden with a log cabin. The home is priced at £425,000, above the Derbyshire regional average of about £225,782, and highlights Derbyshire’s mix of rural serenity and access to regional towns. The property’s interior includes a wood-burning stove and ample living space, with local prices having risen about 3% over the past year. A prospective buyer earning the area’s average salary (£39,271) could expect monthly mortgage payments around £1,895 on a 25-year loan at 4.5%, with a 20% deposit of £84,000.

In North Lincolnshire’s catchment, a four-bedroom bungalow on High Street in Grimsby’s North Thoresby echoes the region’s blend of village charm and accessibility to larger markets. Priced at £325,000, the home sits near the Grimsby area average of about £324,344, reflecting a market where buyers are seeking quality space within commutable distances to Hull, Scunthorpe and Lincoln. A buyer earning the local average salary (£30,000) could expect monthly mortgage payments around £1,439 with a 25-year term at 4.5% and a 20% deposit of £66,000.

Ipswich-area buyers are represented by a two-bedroom period cottage on Holly Lane in Rushmere St Andrew, a village about four miles from Ipswich. The home features exposed oak beams and a snug garden, with a listing price of £240,000 — modestly above the Ipswich market average of £217,689. A buyer earning the area’s average salary (£41,900) would typically face about £1,067 per month in mortgage payments on a 25-year term at 4.5%, with a 20% deposit of £48,000.

In the Midlands, a Wolverhampton three-bedroom semi-detached on Fairview Crescent stands as another mid-priced option. Priced at £260,000, the home benefits from a recently refurbished contemporary bathroom and a dining room with direct patio access, as well as a driveway that can accommodate up to three cars. Wolverhampton’s average price sits around £200,661, with values having risen about 1% in the past year; the typical buyer in the area could expect roughly £1,156 monthly payments on a 25-year loan at 4.5%, assuming a 20% deposit of £52,000.

Rounding out the top 10 is a two-bedroom static home in Brampton, Cumbria, at Blenkinsopp Castle Home Park. The property, priced at £89,950, is the list’s most affordable option but carries a monthly pitch rent of £175.79 plus annual council tax (£1,624.63) and annual water rates (£172.19). North-West England has seen its market rise around 5% over the past year, pushing some buyers toward affordable older stock in designated parks. A typical buyer in the North West earning the regional average (£29,000) could expect monthly payments near £399 on a 25-year loan at 4.5% with a 20% deposit of £18,000.

Tom Evans, Sales Director at Purplebricks Estate Agency, said there has been tremendous interest in these properties from online inquiries through to live viewings and offers, noting that the month’s top listings reflect a broad spectrum of opportunities in the current market.

The August top-10 list comes as Purplebricks remains a leading online portal for UK property listings, with the site hosting thousands of homes across the country. The latest HPI data show regional variations in price performance, underscoring how buyers weigh location, price, and lifestyle factors when browsing online. In East Lothian, for example, while Tranent’s £335,000 asking price sits above the national mean, market dynamics in surrounding areas continue to trend with modest gains in value. In Leeds, the woodland-style exterior and private setting in The Drive illustrate how buyers value privacy alongside city access, a dynamic mirrored in other regional markets on the list.

Overall, the August update reinforces how interest in well-presented, versatile homes remains strong on Purplebricks’ platform, with buyers across the United Kingdom weighing price, location, and the specific features that suit family life, commuting needs, and lifestyle preferences. The company notes that its site continues to host a wide mix of properties, from compact flats and period cottages to larger family homes and rural retreats, reflecting a diversified market for buyers with varying budgets and priorities.