Properties For Sale in Swinefleet, East Riding of Yorkshire

Swinefleet’s property market has stayed notably resilient, and it has grown too. House prices are up 9% on the previous year and sit 12% above the 2022 peak of £163,636. In DN14 5TP, values have climbed by 42.7% over the past decade, which says a lot about the pull of this East Riding village. Our data suggests buyers are putting money into Swinefleet with confidence, helped by prices that still sit below those in nearby urban centres.

There is a decent spread of property types here, so different budgets can find a place. Detached homes achieve the highest average at £265,000, with the space and gardens that suit growing families. Semi-detached properties average £155,167 and make up much of the village’s housing, while terraced houses begin at around £144,500 and offer a more accessible route in. Swinefleet Road properties averaged £133,000 over the last 12 months, High Street homes reached £232,200 on average, and Kings Causeway properties sat 37% below their 2022 peak of £238,750, so values can shift quite sharply from one stretch to the next.

Sales activity has been healthy, with 184 properties sold in Swinefleet over the last year, according to home.co.uk listings data, and homedata.co.uk listing 382 properties with available sold price data. For a village of this size, that points to good market flow, so buyers and sellers are not usually waiting around for long. The stock mix is varied too, from traditional brick-built period homes to more modern builds, with Georgian and Victorian properties still appearing along the historic lanes. Across the wider DN14 area, brick construction is common, and that gives much of East Riding its familiar look.

New build activity in Swinefleet itself has been very limited, and we are not seeing any active verified developments within the village boundary. Buyers who want modern homes with NHBC warranties often look to Snaith, Howden or Carlton instead, where there are more options nearby. Those places are easy to reach from Swinefleet, which gives buyers a wider search area without leaving the locality altogether. For those drawn to character homes, the village still has appeal, though older properties can bring maintenance work that needs to sit in the budget from the start.

Swinefleet feels properly rural, set in the marshlands that shape this part of the East Riding. It is a close-knit place, with local events, traditional pubs and plenty of shared interest in the countryside around it. The River Ouse runs nearby, so residents can make the most of waterside walks, birdwatching and the quieter pace that comes with farmland on the doorstep. That community feel is backed up by residents supporting village events and local businesses through the year.

Swinefleet Parish has a population of approximately 825 residents according to the 2021 Census, up from 787 in 2011. That steady increase reflects the village’s growing appeal among families and professionals looking beyond city living. The estimated 2024 figure was 829, so the trend has continued, albeit modestly. Local amenities include village pubs, a post office and shops for everyday needs, while Goole is only a short drive away for supermarkets, high street names, healthcare and banking.

There are five listed buildings in the East Riding of Yorkshire heritage records, and Goole Hall on Swinefleet Road is the standout. It is a Grade II* listed house, originally built around 1820, and it anchors the village’s historical story. A detached Tudor Style home on Swinefleet Road, first built in 1809, is another example of the older stock found here. These buildings add real character, although they also bring maintenance obligations and a stronger case for a detailed survey before purchase.

For work, the wider Goole DN14 area offers roles in warehousing, retail and logistics, and the transport links make commuting workable for many residents. Being positioned between Leeds and Hull helps too, especially for people who want a rural setting but still need access to the jobs in larger centres. Agriculture, small businesses and local services all play their part, with Goole acting as the main employment hub for those seeking a broader career market.

Families moving to Swinefleet have a reasonable choice of primary education within reach. Nearby towns such as Goole, Snaith and Howden include Good and Outstanding Ofsted-rated schools, and those places cover the main primary needs for local children. Schools serving the Snaith and Carlton catchment areas, along with primary schools in Howden, are all part of the picture. School transport is typically available for homes within the Swinefleet catchment, which keeps the school run manageable for most households.

Secondary schooling is also available in Goole, where students can continue locally and make use of sixth form provision. The Goole Academy sits within a sensible travelling distance, and selective grammar schools in nearby towns give academically minded pupils another route if families meet the admissions criteria. Catchments and entry rules need checking carefully, because they can change quite a lot depending on the exact spot in Swinefleet and the surrounding villages. For families with school-age children, that makes the choice of property especially important.

Independent schooling is another option, with several private schools across the wider East Riding region and transport available from Swinefleet for the daily journey. These schools vary in what they offer, with different mixes of academic subjects and extracurricular activities. Before committing to a purchase, we would advise visiting potential schools and reading their admissions policies closely. School quality and catchment positions can affect family satisfaction, and they can also have a bearing on property values.

Transport links are one of Swinefleet’s practical strengths, especially for commuters and anyone needing regular access to larger towns or cities. The village sits in the DN14 postcode area, with straightforward access to the M62 motorway network through nearby interchanges that join the wider national road system. That places Leeds within a reasonable commuting range, while Hull can be reached via the A63 for those heading to East Yorkshire’s largest city. For hybrid workers in particular, the location between major urban centres works well.

Rail travel is close at hand too. Goole station offers direct services to Leeds, Sheffield and York, so day-to-day commuting is possible for people working in those cities. Journey times to Leeds are usually around 45 minutes to an hour, depending on connections. The station also links to Doncaster and other destinations on the network, which gives commuters useful flexibility. Anyone budgeting for a move should also allow for fuel, parking and season tickets, especially if the plan is to travel into a city regularly.

Bus services do run through Swinefleet, linking it with surrounding villages and market towns. They connect the village to Goole and other nearby settlements, which helps with shopping, healthcare and other day-to-day errands for people without a car. In the DN14 area, the timetable tends to suit occasional travel more than daily commuting, so residents heading into urban jobs may still find a private vehicle necessary. For those working locally in Goole or the nearby villages, public transport is generally enough for routine needs.

There are a few location-specific matters to think about before buying in Swinefleet, and flood risk is one of the main ones. The village sits in flood warning areas because of its closeness to the River Ouse and its position in the East Riding marshlands. Homes near the river and in marshland areas can face greater flood risk during heavy rainfall and high tides. Quay Lane, New Lane, King’s Causeway, Quart Lane, Reading Gate, Old Lane Gate, and properties along the river corridor between Old Goole and Whitgift are all named as flood risk zones.

We strongly advise asking for a flood risk report and checking whether a property has any flooding history before moving ahead. Homes in designated flood areas may face higher insurance premiums, and some insurers may refuse cover where flood history is significant. That said, as of February 2026 there were no active flood warnings or alerts in place for Swinefleet, and the risk over the following five days was assessed as very low. So while the risk exists, major flooding is not a common event in the village.

Five listed buildings sit within the East Riding of Yorkshire heritage register, among them Goole Hall on Swinefleet Road, which is Grade II* listed and dates from around 1820. Anyone considering a listed building, or a home within a conservation area, needs to be aware that tighter planning controls apply to alterations and renovation work. Specialist surveys are often needed, and East Riding of Yorkshire Council consent may be required for changes that would be routine on newer homes. Knowing all of that before purchase helps avoid expensive surprises later.

Traditional brick construction is common in Swinefleet, as it is across the wider DN14 area, and it gives the village much of its character. Older brick homes may show wear such as mortar deterioration, brick weathering and possible damp penetration, all of which should be picked up by a proper survey. Properties built before modern building regulations can also have older electrical systems, limited insulation or heating that needs updating. We would always ask a solicitor to check the deeds carefully for covenants or restrictions that might affect use or future works.

It pays to keep a close eye on the extra costs as well as the asking price when buying in Swinefleet. Stamp duty land tax applies across England on a tiered basis, and the structure favours first-time buyers and lower price points. At the Swinefleet average of £183,500, a standard buyer would pay no stamp duty on the first £250,000, so most buyers here pay nothing. First-time buyers purchasing homes up to £425,000 also pay no stamp duty at all, which makes the village a practical entry point into the market.

Surveyor fees should also sit in the budget, with a RICS Level 2 survey usually averaging around £445 to £455. That level of survey gives a solid view of condition and defects across Swinefleet’s mixed housing stock, and we recommend it for every purchase. Period homes, brick-built properties of uncertain age and any listed building deserve particular attention, and larger or more valuable homes can push the cost up within the usual £400 to £800 range.

Conveyancing costs usually begin at around £499 for straightforward cases, though the final figure depends a lot on property type and tenure. Search fees in the East Riding of Yorkshire area, including local authority searches, drainage and water searches, and environmental reports, can add several hundred pounds more. It is also sensible to allow for mortgage arrangement fees, valuation fees, broker costs, moving expenses and any immediate repairs or furnishing needs for the new home. For period properties in Swinefleet, a contingency fund for unexpected maintenance after completion is just sensible planning.