Property investment stats for Andover, South East
A complete guide to property investment in Andover.
Last updated: 25 August 2026
Investment summary
Andover sits in the South East and offers a balanced mix of affordability and rental income. The price-to-income ratio of 4.6 suggests that homes are relatively accessible compared to pricier markets in the region. The median price per square foot is £321 per sq ft, which aligns with the area’s appeal to families and couples — both of which are strongly represented in the local population. Rental demand is supported by a rent-to-income ratio of 20.8%, and the average rental yield stands at 5.6%.
Liquidity is reasonable, with properties spending 30 days on the market and annual sales at 591. While capital growth over the past year has changed by -0.1%, the three-year annualised growth of 2.5% reflects a steadier upward trend over time.
Key investment stats for Andover
Median price per sq ft
£321 / sq ft
Average rental yield
5.6%
Capital growth (1y)
-0.1%
Sales in past year
591
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live property stats in Andover
Live prices in Andover, South East
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Properties for sale
Median price
£366,250
25% of properties below...
£270,000
75% of properties below...
£491,000
Most expensive property
£2,795,000
Live listings
320
Median days on market
30
Should you invest in Andover?
Opportunities
- Strong rental yields of 5.6% make Andover attractive for buy-to-let investors seeking income.
- The top-performing postcode district offers a yield of 5.7%, indicating potential for above-average returns within the area.
- Affordability, reflected in the price-to-income ratio of 4.6, could drive sustained demand from both renters and buyers.
Risks
- Capital growth over the past year has changed by -0.1%, which may concern those focused on short-term gains.
- The median discount to asking prices is £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), suggesting buyers have some negotiating power and sellers may need to be flexible.
- The relatively high social rented housing percentile could impact the balance of demand in the private market.
Outlook
Looking ahead, Andover’s fundamentals remain steady. The area’s appeal to families and couples, combined with a balanced price-to-income ratio and strong rental yields, supports a mildly positive outlook for investors.
Liquidity should remain healthy, given the current days on market and annual sales. While short-term capital growth is muted, the three-year trend of 2.5% suggests resilience. Investors focused on income rather than rapid appreciation are likely to find Andover a solid bet in the coming year.
Property market trends in Andover
Average yield (%)
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
Live properties in Andover
Investment properties in Andover, South East
£240,000 - Guide Price
2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Barcelona Close, Andover
£350,000 - Offers in Excess of
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Cashmere Drive, Andover, Hampshire,...
£104,950 - Guide Price
1 bedroom retirement property for sale
Old Winton Road, Andover
£250,000 - Offers in Excess of
5 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
Laker Square, Andover
£525,000
4 bedroom detached house for sale
Mylen Road, Andover
£135,000
2 bedroom flat for sale
Kingsway Gardens, Andover
Achieved vs asking prices
Key takeaway: Balanced market
Discounts exist, but they won't transform deal economics on their own.
Headline stats
• Median discount: £5,000
• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking
• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £17,000 below asking
In percentage terms:
• Median discount of 1.6%
• 25% of properties discounted by > 3.4%
• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.0%
Best places to invest in Andover
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.