The Stirling local authority area, comprising the city and its rural hinterland, has one of the highest average house prices in Scotland. The area offers a sought-after lifestyle, quality of property and connectivity, which drives demand. Some of the area’s most desirable settlements command a price premium, notably Killearn, Strathblane and Bridge of Allan. Market activity in the area has shown impressive growth and resilience following a year of constrained supply.
Stirlingshire is one of Scotland’s most sought-after housing markets, ranking 6th in the country on average house price. The area’s exceptional lifestyle appeal, combined with strong transport links and picturesque countryside, continues to drive demand, particularly in premium locations such as Killearn, Bridge of Allan and Dunblane.
The average house price in the area is around a fifth higher than in Scotland and the average price of a detached home has a particular premium, around a quarter higher than the Scottish average. It is encouraging also to see market activity growing in the last year. If you’re considering selling or simply wish to understand the value of your home in this thriving market, our expert team is here to assist.
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Stirlingshire has maintained its place in the top 10 most expensive local authorities in Scotland, ranking 6th over the last year with an average price of around £282,000.
Following a constrained market in 2024, market activity improved in 2025, with transactions up by c.5% on the year before. These positive trends have continued into 2026.
Killearn, Strathblane and Bridge of Allan were the top 3 settlements in the area for average house price. While most property types command a premium, the average price for detached property in Stirlingshire is the 5th highest in Scotland.
Stirlingshire is a desirable location for people to live, offering a range of locations for people who want to be connected to the big cities but not live in them. It has three settlements in Scotland’s top 20 for average house price.
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