A large average can conceal a very small evidence base. Before using a premium-street headline in a property decision, look at how many homes sold and when those transactions occurred.
The published example
In its August 2026 Coventry analysis, Property Investments UK reported a £1,425,000 average for Cryfield Grange Road from two qualifying sales, both in autumn 2020. The study’s stated window extended from January 2020 to June 2026. These are the publisher’s reported findings; Property Perpetuity has not independently recalculated the ranking.
Distinguish the window from the sale dates
A study ending in 2026 does not mean every street in it traded in 2026. Check the dates of the observations supporting the figure you intend to use. An apparently recent publication can contain much older transaction evidence.
Ask what the sample represents
Two sales describe two transactions. They do not reveal the condition, size or current marketability of every home sharing the address. A different mix of properties could produce a different average without demonstrating a uniform change in values.
Bring the enquiry back to the property
Gather evidence that resembles the actual home and discuss the gaps with a suitably qualified adviser. Do not infer rental demand, future growth or a likely offer from a street’s ranking. This replaces the imported top-ten presentation with a focused explanation of how to read the evidence.
Editorial review: 15 October 2026. This original Property Perpetuity guide replaces the imported text; the original archive publication date is retained.