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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about how we model South African suburb property prices and how to use the data responsibly.

Where does SuburbPrices get its data?
Verified suburb profiles aggregate median sold prices for freehold and sectional title properties, transaction counts and time-on-market signals into a single 2026 snapshot. Suburbs that have not yet been individually verified are estimated from the surrounding province baseline using a deterministic model, and are clearly labelled as estimates.
What is the difference between freehold and sectional title prices?
A freehold (full title) price reflects a standalone house and the land it sits on. A sectional title price reflects an apartment, flat or townhouse where you own a defined section plus a share of the common property. We publish both medians side by side because they behave very differently across the market cycle.
How is the five-year growth rate calculated?
We track year-over-year median price appreciation for each of the five years ending in 2026 and present them as a vector. The cumulative figure compounds those annual rates, so it reflects total appreciation over the full window rather than a simple sum.
What does the demand rating mean?
Demand bands — Very High, High, Moderate, Emerging and Stable — are derived from a blended score combining transaction velocity (sales relative to total stock) and recent price growth. A "Very High" rating signals both fast turnover and strong appreciation.
Can I use these figures for a formal valuation or bond application?
No. The figures are modelled medians for research and orientation only. They are not a sworn valuation and do not constitute financial advice. Always confirm a property’s value with a registered estate agent or appraiser, and verify affordability with your bank.
How do I calculate my actual monthly repayments and transfer costs?
Use our companion site BondCosts.co.za. It calculates exact monthly bond repayments, SARS transfer duty, bond registration and conveyancing fees for any purchase price, and every suburb page links straight through to it.
How often is the data updated?
Verified suburb medians are refreshed for the current 2026 data year. As additional suburbs are individually verified they replace the regionally-estimated profiles automatically.