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Property investment stats for Burghfield Common, South East

A complete guide to property investment in Burghfield Common.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Burghfield Common is a classic commuter village with a strong family focus and a high proportion of owner-occupied homes, as reflected by its position in the 96th percentile for families and the 68th percentile for owner-occupation. The area has seen steady property price movement, with one-year capital growth of 1.9% and three-year growth of 7.2%, showing a consistent if unspectacular trend. Liquidity is reasonable, with properties spending an average of 66 days on the market and annual sales at 63, suggesting a market that moves but is not overheated. Affordability is a relative strength here, with a price-to-income ratio of 5.6 that is manageable compared to many commuter hotspots.

For investors, the mix of families, professionals and a low proportion of single occupier households points to stable demand for larger homes. The achieved price typically trails the asking price by £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), hinting at room for negotiation but not a market in distress.

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Key investment stats for Burghfield Common

Median price per sq ft

£432 / sq ft

Average rental yield

-

Capital growth (1y)

1.9%

Sales in past year

63

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

Live property stats in Burghfield Common

Live prices in Burghfield Common, South East

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£599,950

25% of properties below...

£425,000

75% of properties below...

£800,000

Most expensive property

£1,675,000

Live listings

81

Median days on market

66

Should you invest in Burghfield Common?

Opportunities

  • The top postcode district rental yield of 4.7% offers a solid return for those focused on income.
  • The current median asking rent for a 3-bedroom house of £1,850 and for a 2-bedroom flat of £1,250 highlight ongoing tenant demand for both family homes and smaller units.
  • The median price per square foot of £432 per sq ft is accessible for the South East, making entry relatively feasible for investors looking to diversify.

Risks

  • The family-centric demographic means less demand from young professionals or students, with the population aged 20-30 in the 9th percentile and student population in the 60th percentile.
  • The private rented sector is small (14th percentile), so buy-to-let investors may find limited tenant pools compared to more urban areas.
  • Properties achieve a median discount to asking price of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), which could signal cautious buyer sentiment or over-optimistic pricing.

Outlook

The next 12 months look steady for Burghfield Common, with moderate growth likely to continue given the annualised three-year growth rate of 2.4%. The area’s strong appeal to families and professionals should underpin demand for larger homes, especially with current median asking prices for 3-bedroom houses at £520,000 and 2-bedroom flats at £277,475.

Rental yields in the top postcode district of RG7 remain attractive, and the relatively short average days on market of 66 days suggests liquidity will not be a major concern. Investors should expect a stable environment rather than rapid gains, with negotiation on price still part of the process. Overall, Burghfield Common offers a balanced proposition for those seeking steady, long-term returns with manageable risk.

Live properties in Burghfield Common

Investment properties in Burghfield Common, South East

4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 168 days

£695,000

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Park View, Burghfield Common, Readi...

Slow to sell properties in Burghfield Common, South East
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
1,180 sq ft

£475,000

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Bannister Road, Burghfield Common, ...

Properties with planning granted in Burghfield Common, South East
Planning Granted
1 bedroom apartment for sale
61% below median price

£117,500 - Guide Price

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Highfield Court, Burghfield Common,...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Burghfield Common, South East
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Median discounts are small, suggesting a competitive market.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £23,548 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.3%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.2%

Best places to invest in Burghfield Common

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1RG74.7%2.7%£434 / 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.