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Property investment stats for Broadstairs, South East

A complete guide to property investment in Broadstairs.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Broadstairs offers a blend of coastal charm and established residential appeal, with the market shaped by a sizeable older population and a high rate of owner-occupation in the 80th percentile. Property values have seen some movement, with capital growth over the past year changing by -7.5%, but the three-year picture is more positive, showing a total change of 7.1% and an annualised growth of 2.3%. The area’s liquidity is moderate, with homes spending an average of 84 days on the market and annual sales at 344. Affordability metrics suggest a price-to-income ratio of 7.0 and a rent-to-income ratio of 28.4%, which may temper demand from younger buyers and renters.

Rental yields are steady, with the average at 4.8%, and the top postcode district matching this figure at 4.8%. Median asking prices span from £390,000 for a three-bedroom house to £349,995 for a two-bedroom flat, while rents for similar properties stand at £1,522 and £1,100 respectively.

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Key investment stats for Broadstairs

Median price per sq ft

£375 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.8%

Capital growth (1y)

-7.5%

Sales in past year

344

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

Live property stats in Broadstairs

Live prices in Broadstairs, South East

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£450,000

25% of properties below...

£325,000

75% of properties below...

£627,500

Most expensive property

£5,000,000

Live listings

412

Median days on market

84

Should you invest in Broadstairs?

Opportunities

  • The steady average rental yield of 4.8% offers a consistent income stream, especially in the top-performing postcode district.
  • The three-year capital growth of 7.1% suggests that those with a longer-term outlook may see further value appreciation.
  • The median discount of £10,000 (the typical achieved discount) on achieved prices gives buyers scope for negotiation and potential value buys.

Risks

  • The one-year capital growth has changed by -7.5%, indicating the potential for short-term volatility in sale prices.
  • With a price-to-income ratio of 7.0 and a rent-to-income ratio of 28.4%, affordability could be a barrier for younger households or first-time buyers.
  • The population skews older (in the 95th percentile for those aged 60+), which may affect long-term demand dynamics and limit appeal to younger renters.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Broadstairs is likely to remain a stable but mature market, underpinned by its established owner-occupier base and high proportion of older residents. While short-term capital growth has changed by -7.5%, the three-year figures provide reassurance for those with a longer investment horizon, showing a total change of 7.1% and annualised growth of 2.3%.

Rental yields are unlikely to spike but should remain steady at around 4.8%, with private rented housing in the 56th percentile and a moderate level of annual sales suggesting ongoing liquidity. Affordability pressures may persist, especially for new entrants, but the potential for negotiation (with a typical discount of £10,000 (the typical achieved discount)) could help investors secure value. Overall, expect a market that rewards patience and a measured approach rather than rapid short-term gains.

Live properties in Broadstairs

Investment properties in Broadstairs, South East

3 bedroom detached house for sale
33% below median price

£370,000

3 bedroom detached house for sale

Cherry Gardens, Broadstairs, CT10

Properties needing refurbishment in Broadstairs, South East
Needs Refurb
2 bedroom flat for sale
On market for 178 days

£300,000 - Offers Over

2 bedroom flat for sale

Carlton Avenue, Broadstairs, Kent, ...

Slow to sell properties in Broadstairs, South East
Slow to Sell
2 bedroom flat for sale
Reduced by 27%

£180,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom flat for sale

Foreland Park House, Broadstairs, K...

Big price drop properties in Broadstairs, South East
Big Price Drop
5 bedroom terraced house for sale
High yield opportunity

£699,995

5 bedroom terraced house for sale

Nelson Place, Broadstairs, CT10

HMO properties in Broadstairs, South East
HMO
5 bedroom detached house for sale
4,002 sq ft

£1,950,000

5 bedroom detached house for sale

North Foreland Road, Broadstairs, C...

Properties with planning granted in Broadstairs, South East
Planning Granted
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
45% below median price

£325,000 - Offers Over

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

The Silvers, Broadstairs, Kent, CT1...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Broadstairs, South East
Low Price per Sq Ft
4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
36% below median price

£450,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Queens Road, Broadstairs, CT10

Auction properties in Broadstairs, South East
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Discounts exist, but they won't transform deal economics on their own.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £10,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £16,500 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £27,800 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 2.9%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 4.6%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 6.1%

Best places to invest in Broadstairs

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1CT104.8%1.7%£371 / 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.