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Property investment stats for Burnham-on-Crouch, East of England

A complete guide to property investment in Burnham-on-Crouch.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Burnham-on-Crouch sits quietly on the Essex coast, offering a property market shaped by its mature, settled population. The area is dominated by older residents, with a population aged 60 and over in the 95th percentile, and a notable lack of younger adults or families. Owner-occupation is high, and the market sees a steady, if not brisk, pace with properties taking an average of 65 days to sell. Prices are moderate compared to some hotspots, with a median price per square foot of £359 per sq ft, and affordability is reasonable given the price-to-income ratio of 6.1.

Rental yields are modest at 3.8%, and the top-performing postcode district achieves 4.1%. Capital growth over the past year has changed by -5.7%, but the three-year figure is a more positive 5.2%.

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Key investment stats for Burnham-on-Crouch

Median price per sq ft

£359 / sq ft

Average rental yield

3.8%

Capital growth (1y)

-5.7%

Sales in past year

126

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

Live property stats in Burnham-on-Crouch

Live prices in Burnham-on-Crouch, East of England

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£457,500

25% of properties below...

£317,500

75% of properties below...

£646,250

Most expensive property

£9,920,000

Live listings

112

Median days on market

65

Should you invest in Burnham-on-Crouch?

Opportunities

  • Investors can find relatively affordable entry points, with the current median asking sale price for a three-bedroom house at £400,000 and a two-bedroom flat at £270,000.
  • The area’s high proportion of older residents and owner-occupiers suggests a stable, low-turnover market, which may appeal to those seeking long-term, low-volatility investments.
  • The top postcode district offers a slightly stronger rental yield of 4.1%, which could be attractive for yield-focused investors.

Risks

  • With a population heavily skewed towards older adults and a very low proportion of families and young professionals, demand growth from younger renters or buyers is limited.
  • Recent capital growth has changed by -5.7%, indicating short-term volatility or stagnation in values.
  • Liquidity is moderate, with annual sales at 126 and properties spending an average of 65 days on the market, so selling may take time.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Burnham-on-Crouch is likely to remain a slow-and-steady market rather than a hotspot for rapid growth. The area’s demographic profile, with a strong bias towards retirees and older owner-occupiers, points to continued stability but little in the way of new demand from younger buyers or renters.

Rental yields are expected to hover around current levels of 3.8%, and affordability should remain manageable, given the price-to-income ratio of 6.1 and rent-to-income ratio of 25.1%. Investors should not expect dramatic capital appreciation, but the three-year annualised growth of 1.7% suggests that slow, incremental gains are possible. In summary, Burnham-on-Crouch suits those who value predictability and are content with modest returns over the long term.

Live properties in Burnham-on-Crouch

Investment properties in Burnham-on-Crouch, East of England

4 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 175 days

£599,950

4 bedroom detached house for sale

High Street, Burnham-On-Crouch

Slow to sell properties in Burnham-on-Crouch, East of England
Slow to Sell
4 bedroom detached house for sale
1,276 sq ft

£550,000 - Offers in Excess of

4 bedroom detached house for sale

Sandpit Lane, Burnham-on-Crouch

Properties with planning granted in Burnham-on-Crouch, East of England
Planning Granted
2 bedroom park home for sale
52% below median price

£100,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom park home for sale

Burnham-On-Crouch, Essex, CM0

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Burnham-on-Crouch, East of England
Low Price per Sq Ft
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
24% below median price

£250,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

Western Road, BURNHAM-ON-CROUCH, Es...

Auction properties in Burnham-on-Crouch, East of England
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Best places to invest in Burnham-on-Crouch

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1CM04.1%1.3%£348 / 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.