Property investment stats for Ampthill, East of England
A complete guide to property investment in Ampthill.
Last updated: 18 September 2025
Investment summary
Ampthill offers a property market that leans towards stability and owner-occupation, with a high proportion of couples and families living in the area. The market is characterised by a relatively quick sales process, with properties spending an average of 45 days on the market and a median discount to asking price of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), suggesting sellers are often able to achieve prices close to their expectations. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7 indicates moderate affordability, especially for an area with a strong professional and degree-educated population. Rental yields average 3.5%, with the top-performing postcode district achieving 4.7%, which may appeal to investors seeking steady, if not spectacular, returns.
Recent capital growth has been positive, with one-year growth at 1.9% and annualised three-year growth at 3.1%, pointing to a market that has delivered consistent value over time. With a median price per square foot of £433 per sq ft, Ampthill sits in a range that reflects its desirable demographic profile and relatively low levels of private renting.
Key investment stats for Ampthill
Median price per sq ft
£433 / sq ft
Average rental yield
3.5%
Capital growth (1y)
1.9%
Sales in past year
122
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live property stats in Ampthill
Live prices in Ampthill, East of England
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Properties for sale
Median price
£550,000
25% of properties below...
£425,000
75% of properties below...
£696,250
Most expensive property
£2,950,000
Live listings
56
Median days on market
45
Should you invest in Ampthill?
Opportunities
- The area’s strong professional base (in the 79th percentile for professionals and managers) and high degree-educated population (in the 70th percentile) underpin stable demand for quality homes.
- Consistent capital growth, with a three-year annualised rate of 3.1%, suggests long-term value for investors.
- The top postcode district offers a rental yield of 4.7%, which stands out compared to the area average and may provide better returns for targeted buy-to-let strategies.
Risks
- The private rented sector is relatively small (in the 15th percentile), which could limit tenant demand and rental growth potential for investors focused on buy-to-let.
- Median asking rents, such as £3,500 for a three-bedroom house, may challenge affordability for some tenants given the local rent-to-income ratio of 21.5%.
- Property prices are not low, with a median price per square foot of £433 per sq ft, so entry costs for investors are significant and may limit short-term upside.
Outlook
Ampthill’s outlook remains positive for investors seeking stability and gradual growth, rather than rapid returns. The combination of high owner-occupation, a strong professional presence and consistent capital growth provides a solid foundation for long-term investment. Rental yields are steady, and while the private rental market is small, this could mean less competition among landlords and relatively stable tenancies.
With properties typically selling close to their asking prices and spending just 45 days on the market, liquidity is reasonable for those looking to buy or exit. Investors should be mindful of entry costs and affordability challenges for tenants, but the area’s demographic strength and proven growth trajectory make it a reliable, if unspectacular, choice for cautious investors.
Property market trends in Ampthill
Average yield (%)
* 2025 data for YTD
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
* 2025 data for YTD
Live properties in Ampthill
Investment properties in Ampthill, East of England
£770,000
5 bedroom detached house for sale
Rye Field, Bedford, MK45
£650,000
3 bedroom detached house for sale
Dunstable Street, Ampthill
£140,000 - Offers in Excess of
1 bedroom retirement property for sale
Preston Close, Ampthill, Bedford, M...
Achieved vs asking prices
Key takeaway: Balanced market
On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.
Headline stats
• Median discount: £5,000
• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking
• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £14,995 below asking
In percentage terms:
• Median discount of 1.3%
• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.2%
• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.2%
Best places to invest in Ampthill
Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth
Nearby and related areas
Data sources
GeoGlider calculates property investment stats by blending official and proprietary datasets. Here's a quick overview of key sources and how we use them:
HM Land Registry: Property transaction and sold-price records for England & Wales used to calculate historical capital growth, price levels and comparables.
Office for National Statistics (ONS): Demographic and economic indicators for the UK, including Census 2021, supporting area profiling and market context.
Ordnance Survey: Authoritative UK geospatial data powering accurate boundaries, roads and terrain for mapping and spatial analysis.
GeoProp: Our proprietary AI pipeline that processes millions of property listings to extract rich features and live market signals.
Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities: Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) scores and property floor areas.
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC): Household income and employment data to understand local affordability and economic conditions.
Data is updated continuously, matched across sources and rigorously validated.