Property investment stats for Beckton, East London
A complete guide to property investment in Beckton.
Last updated: 10 January 2026
Investment summary
Beckton sits in East London with a property market that is shaped by strong rental demand and a youthful, family-oriented population. The area stands out for its high proportion of private and social rented housing, which is typical for this part of the city. Owner-occupation is rare here, and families dominate, making it a lively, community-focused place. Affordability for buyers is relatively good for London, with a price-to-income ratio of 5.9, and the median price per square foot of £510 per sq ft is reasonable by city standards.
Key investment stats for Beckton
Median price per sq ft
£510 / sq ft
Average rental yield
6.8%
Capital growth (1y)
-0.6%
Sales in past year
167
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live property stats in Beckton
Live prices in Beckton, East London
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Properties for sale
Median price
£327,500
25% of properties below...
£263,920
75% of properties below...
£425,000
Most expensive property
£800,000
Live listings
232
Median days on market
46
Should you invest in Beckton?
Opportunities
- Rental yields are a highlight, with an average of 6.8% and the top postcode district delivering 8.0%, making Beckton attractive for buy-to-let investors.
- Liquidity is strong, with properties spending just 46 days on the market, so investors can expect relatively quick sales if needed.
- The large family and young adult population, combined with a high student presence, creates consistent rental demand.
Risks
- Recent capital growth has been flat, with a 1-year change of -0.6% and a 3-year annualised figure of 0%, so investors shouldn’t expect rapid price appreciation.
- The unemployment rate is high, sitting in the 97th percentile, which could affect tenant stability and rental arrears.
- The heavy reliance on the private and social rental sectors means investors are exposed to potential policy changes or shifts in tenant demand.
Outlook
Looking ahead, Beckton’s fundamentals for rental investors remain solid given the average rental yield of 6.8% and the area's rental demand. The large student and young professional population, along with a high number of families, should keep the market lively and well-supported.
However, with capital growth over the past 1 and 3 years at -0.6% and -0.1%, price appreciation looks muted in the short term. Investors focused on income rather than capital gains are likely to find Beckton a good fit. The area’s affordability and quick sales times should help maintain liquidity even if the wider market cools.
Property market trends in Beckton
Average yield (%)
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
Live properties in Beckton
Investment properties in Beckton, East London
£240,000
2 bedroom flat for sale
Giralda Close, London, Beckton, E16
£170,000
1 bedroom flat for sale
Winchester Close, London, E6
£400,000
2 bedroom flat for sale
Ebb Court, E16, Docklands, London, ...
£500,000 - Guide Price
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
Randolph Approach, London
£575,000
3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
Kirkham Road, Royal Docks, London, ...
£500,000
4 bedroom terraced house for sale
Hartlepool Court, London
£280,000 - Guide Price
2 bedroom flat for sale
Fishguard Way, London, E16
Achieved vs asking prices
Key takeaway: Seller's market
Asking and achieved prices are broadly aligned — little negotiation room on average.
Headline stats
• Median discount: £5,000
• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking
• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £22,000 below asking
In percentage terms:
• Median discount of 1.0%
• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.7%
• 10% of properties discounted by > 5.3%
Best places to invest in Beckton
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.