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Property investment stats for Brixham, South West

A complete guide to property investment in Brixham.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Brixham offers a traditional coastal market with a strong emphasis on owner-occupation, as seen in its position in the 73rd percentile for this metric. The area is dominated by older residents, with the population aged 60 and over sitting in the 98th percentile, while younger adults and families are notably underrepresented. Affordability is relatively balanced, reflected by a price-to-income ratio of 6.3 and a rent-to-income ratio of 23.6%. Liquidity is moderate, with properties spending a median of 113 days on the market and a median discount to asking price of £8,000 (the typical achieved discount).

Sales volumes are steady at 278 per year, and the market has seen some price movement, with 3-year capital growth at 9.0% and a 1-year change of -7.1%. Rental yields are measured, with an average of 4.2% across the area.

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Key investment stats for Brixham

Median price per sq ft

£318 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.2%

Capital growth (1y)

-7.1%

Sales in past year

278

* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).

Live property stats in Brixham

Live prices in Brixham, South West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£325,000

25% of properties below...

£250,000

75% of properties below...

£450,000

Most expensive property

£2,950,000

Live listings

455

Median days on market

113

Should you invest in Brixham?

Opportunities

  • Investors can find steady rental yields, with the area average at 4.2% and the top postcode district at 4.1%.
  • The older demographic and high owner-occupation suggest stability, which may appeal to those seeking lower-risk, long-term investments.
  • Median discounts to asking price of £8,000 (the typical achieved discount) could provide negotiation opportunities for buyers.

Risks

  • The market is dominated by older residents, with very low proportions of younger adults and families, which could limit future demand growth.
  • Annual capital growth over the past year has changed by -7.1%, which may concern those seeking short-term appreciation.
  • Properties spend a median of 113 days on the market, indicating that liquidity may be an issue for those wanting to exit quickly.

Outlook

In the next 12 months, Brixham's property market is likely to remain steady, driven by its appeal to retirees and couples rather than younger buyers or renters. The price-to-income and rent-to-income ratios of 6.3 and 23.6% suggest that affordability will continue to anchor demand at current levels.

While recent capital growth has changed by -7.1%, the 3-year annualised growth rate of 2.9% points to a market that has been quietly resilient over a longer period. Investors should expect ongoing stability rather than rapid gains, especially given the high owner-occupation and older demographic. The rental market will likely remain consistent, supported by the private rented housing percentile of 67 and average yields of 4.2%. Overall, Brixham offers a measured, predictable environment for property investment, with few surprises likely in the short term.

Live properties in Brixham

Investment properties in Brixham, South West

2 bedroom flat for sale
50% below median price

£125,000

2 bedroom flat for sale

Yew Close, Brixham

Properties needing refurbishment in Brixham, South West
Needs Refurb
4 bedroom terraced house for sale
45% below median price

£200,000 - Offers in Excess of

4 bedroom terraced house for sale

Mount Pleasant Road, Brixham

Priced to sell properties in Brixham, South West
Priced to Sell
4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
On market for 180 days

£625,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Sharkham Drive, Brixham, TQ5

Slow to sell properties in Brixham, South West
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom terraced house for sale
Reduced by 15%

£199,950

2 bedroom terraced house for sale

VICARAGE CLOSE BRIXHAM

Big price drop properties in Brixham, South West
Big Price Drop
4 bedroom detached house for sale
2,842 sq ft

£925,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Victoria Road, Brixham

Properties with planning granted in Brixham, South West
Planning Granted
2 bedroom maisonette for sale
54% below median price

£140,000

2 bedroom maisonette for sale

Bolton Street, Brixham, Devon

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Brixham, South West
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Buyers have some negotiation leverage, but not much.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £8,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £15,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £24,160 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 2.9%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 4.6%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 6.9%

Best places to invest in Brixham

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1TQ54.1%2.8%£318 / sq ft

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.