Glastonbury has seen demand for homes jump by almost a quarter, according to figures released following the weekend's scramble for 2027 festival tickets.

Rightmove's analysis shows buyer enquiries in the town were 23 per cent higher in September than a year earlier. Homes are also finding buyers 40 days quicker, while a local estate agent says some festival visitors return to the area looking to put down roots.

The property platform says the rise is Glastonbury's strongest year-on-year increase in demand for this time of year since 2020. It comes despite buyer demand nationally falling by five per cent.

Colleen Babcock, Rightmove's property expert, said: "While some parts of the housing market are seeing slower buyer demand activity, with the national average for this time of year down 5%, Glastonbury is bucking the trend. Buyer demand in the famous town is 23% higher than a year ago, and homes are finding buyers much more quickly.

"With general admission tickets for Glastonbury Festival 2027 going on sale this weekend, it's interesting to see renewed interest in one of the UK's most recognisable towns ahead of the festival returning next year. With its distinctive character, strong sense of community and global reputation, Glastonbury continues to attract people looking for somewhere a little different to call home."

The figures cover September, before the ticket sale, and measure enquiries sent to estate agents about properties advertised on Rightmove.

Buyers have more choice than they did a year ago, with the number of homes available for sale in Glastonbury up 16 per cent. The average asking price stands at £316,659, compared with the Great Britain average of £364,999 recorded in Rightmove's August House Price Index — a difference of £48,340.

Oliver Jenkin, director at Cooper & Tanner in Glastonbury, said the festival can be the starting point for a longer connection with the area.

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He said: "Glastonbury remains a popular place to live, with buyers drawn to its distinctive character, community spirit and beautiful Somerset surroundings.

"With Glastonbury Festival returning in 2027 after its traditional fallow year, it's possible that the town is also back on more people's radar. Every year we speak to buyers who first discover the area through the festival and then return later with an interest in putting down roots.

"Beyond the festival itself, people are drawn to Glastonbury for its independent character, strong community feel and unique place in Somerset. It's a very distinctive town, and that continues to make it an attractive place to live."

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