Property investment stats for Bicester, South East

• The average rental yield of 5.3% makes Bicester appealing for those seeking reliable rental income.
• Families and couples dominate the area, sitting in the 81st and 92nd percentiles respectively, which supports demand for larger homes.
• The price-to-income ratio of 4.3 hints at better affordability than many South East hotspots, broadening the pool of potential buyers and tenants.

• Sales volumes at 536 and a days-on-market figure of 56 days indicate that liquidity is average, so investors may not be able to sell quickly in all market conditions.
• The median discount to asking price (£5,000 (the typical achieved discount)) suggests buyers have the upper hand, which could pressure sellers on price.
• While capital growth over one year is positive at 0.6%, it has not been rapid, so investors seeking quick appreciation may need to temper expectations.

Bicester’s property market looks set to continue its steady, reliable performance. With a strong presence of families and couples, demand for three-bedroom houses and similar family homes should remain robust, especially given the current median asking price of £407,500 and median rent of £1,750. Rental yields are likely to stay attractive, particularly in districts with the highest returns like OX26, which currently offers a yield of 5.2%.

Affordability is better than many other parts of the South East, as shown by the 4.3 price-to-income ratio, so buyers and renters have room to manoeuvre. The market is not moving at breakneck speed, but the mix of steady capital growth and solid rental returns should keep Bicester on the radar for investors who favour stability and income over speculation.