A complete guide to property investment in Berechurch.
Last updated: 18 September 2025
Berechurch stands out for investors looking for a balanced mix of affordability and growth. The area has seen capital values change by 3.0% over the last year, and over three years, the rise totals 10.7%. With a price-to-income ratio of 5.2, it offers a relatively accessible entry point compared to many parts of the region. The median price per square foot sits at £328 per sq ft, and liquidity is reasonable, with homes spending around 50 days on the market.
Rental yields are attractive, averaging 5.1%, and the top-performing postcode district boasts yields of 6.3%. Demand is underpinned by a strong family presence, with the area in the 94th percentile for families and the 87th for couples, suggesting stable long-term demand.
Median price per sq ft
£328 / sq ft
Average rental yield
5.1%
Capital growth (1y)
3.0%
Sales in past year
65
* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).
Live prices in Berechurch, East of England
* Extreme prices clipped for legibility
Median price
£300,000
25% of properties below...
£260,000
75% of properties below...
£350,000
Most expensive property
£1,495,000
Live listings
69
Median days on market
50
The outlook for Berechurch is positive for investors seeking both income and growth. With annualised growth over three years of 3.5% and homes typically selling within 50 days, the market remains active and accessible.
Affordability is a key draw, with the price-to-income ratio of 5.2 and rent-to-income ratio of 27.0% supporting both owner-occupiers and renters. The high proportion of families and couples suggests demand for larger homes will stay robust. Investors should expect steady performance, especially in the rental sector, given the area’s demographic mix and current yield levels.
Average yield (%)
* 2025 data for YTD
Median price per sq ft (£/sq ft)
* 2025 data for YTD
Investment properties in Berechurch, East of England
£150,000 - Guide Price
2 bedroom apartment for sale
Fowler Road, Colchester, CO2
£375,000 - Guide Price
4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Coronation Avenue, Colchester
£220,000 - Guide Price
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
45 Berechurch Hall Road, Colchester...
Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth
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.