Last month - after many rumours - the government announced a stamp duty freeze on properties worth less than £175,000. We've taken an alternative look at the stamp duty situation, finding out which regions now have the most (and least) stamp duty free homes. The outcome has the potential to offer hope to first-time buyers and change Britain's demographic.
› Read about Britain's stamp duty division
› Read about Britain's stamp duty division
Recent sales near Castle Douglas
| Address | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 11, Templeland, Crossmichael, Castle Douglas, DG7 | Log in / Register for sale price | |
| Date of sale: | 24/07/2008 | |
| Address | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Woodlea, Parton, Castle Douglas, DG7 | Log in / Register for sale price | |
| Date of sale: | 23/07/2008 | |
| Address | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 31, Braeside Crescent, Castle Douglas, DG7 | Log in / Register for sale price | |
| Date of sale: | 22/07/2008 | |
Schools
Finding a good local school is a high priority for parents, but where do you start looking?
Why not start with your nearest primary school, Crossmichael School.
If you want to broaden your search, look at all the primary and secondary schools in Castle Douglas.
About the area
Latest house price statistics
| Source | Month | Average price | Monthly change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax | Sep 08 | £172,108 |  1.30% |
| Nationwide | Sep 08 | £161,797 | 1.70% |
| Land Reg | Aug 08 | £174,493 | 1.90% |
| Rightmove | Sep 08 | £227,438 | 1.00% |
| FT Index | Aug 08 | £222,456 | 1.30% |
| Hometrack | Sep 08 | N/A | 1.00% |
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