Property investment stats for Bexhill-on-Sea, South East

• Investors can expect strong rental yields of 5.5%, with the top-performing postcode offering up to 5.9%.
• There is a consistent demand for rental property, reflected in private rented housing being in the 63rd percentile nationally.
• The market offers achievable entry points, with a median asking sale price for a 2-bedroom flat at £225,000 and a 3-bedroom house at £415,000.

• Capital growth has been muted recently, with a 1-year change of -0.6%, so short-term appreciation potential is limited.
• The population is heavily weighted towards older residents, with families and younger adults underrepresented, which could limit future demand diversity.
• Properties currently sell at a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), suggesting buyers have negotiation power and the market is not especially heated.

Over the next twelve months, I expect Bexhill-on-Sea to continue delivering steady rental returns rather than spectacular capital gains. The area’s demographic profile — older, settled, and largely owner-occupied — makes for a stable but slow-moving market. Investors should not expect rapid price growth, given the -0.6% over the past year and the modest 2.7% over three years.

Affordability is not stretched compared to many parts of the South East, and liquidity is reasonable, so exits should not be unduly difficult. With rental yields at 5.5% and a private rented sector in the 63rd percentile, the case for income-focused investment is clear. As always, be realistic about growth prospects and focus on the security of income streams.