Property investment stats for Aberystwyth, Wales

• The student population is in the 99th percentile, providing a reliable stream of tenants for rental properties year-round.
• With properties selling at a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), there may be room for negotiation on purchase price.
• The private rented sector is in the 99th percentile, making Aberystwyth particularly attractive for buy-to-let investors seeking steady demand.

• Unemployment is in the 99th percentile, which could affect tenant stability and long-term capital growth.
• Families are rare in Aberystwyth, sitting in the 1st percentile, which may limit demand for larger homes.
• Owner-occupation is low (10th percentile), so investors should be prepared for a transient tenant base and potentially higher turnover.

Looking ahead, I expect Aberystwyth’s property market to remain shaped by its youthful, student-driven demographic. With capital values having changed by -1.4% in the last year, but grown by 11.7% over three years, the market shows that longer-term investors may fare better than those seeking short-term gains. The high proportion of private renters and consistent student demand should underpin rental yields, even if broader economic factors weigh on capital appreciation.

Given the affordability indicated by the 4.9 price-to-income ratio and the median asking prices for both houses and flats, the area remains accessible for new investors. Liquidity is reasonable, with properties spending an average of 40 days on the market, and the ability to negotiate on price (with a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount)) adds a further advantage. Overall, I see Aberystwyth as a stable option for those comfortable with a predominantly rental, student-oriented market.