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Property investment stats for Caister-on-Sea, East of England

A complete guide to property investment in Caister-on-Sea.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Caister-on-Sea sits at a crossroads of tradition and gentle change, with property values showing a capital growth over three years of 8.8%. The area is notably affordable, with a price-to-income ratio of 5.6 and a median price per square foot of £291 per sq ft, making it approachable for both first-time investors and those looking to expand their portfolio. The rental market is steady, offering a rental yield of 4.1%, and sales liquidity is reasonable, as homes typically spend 95 days on the market.

The pace here is unhurried, with a strong presence of older residents (in the 98th percentile for over-60s) and a high proportion of owner-occupiers. Investors should be aware that families and younger renters are less prevalent, with the area sitting in the lower percentiles for both family households and young adults.

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Key investment stats for Caister-on-Sea

Median price per sq ft

£291 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.1%

Capital growth (1y)

-1.7%

Sales in past year

142

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

Live property stats in Caister-on-Sea

Live prices in Caister-on-Sea, East of England

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£280,000

25% of properties below...

£230,000

75% of properties below...

£350,000

Most expensive property

£700,000

Live listings

129

Median days on market

95

Should you invest in Caister-on-Sea?

Opportunities

  • The rental yield of 4.1% is attractive for those seeking regular income, with certain postcode districts offering even higher returns, such as 6.3% in NR30.
  • The price-to-income ratio of 5.6 and median sale price for a 3-bedroom house of £279,000 make entry costs relatively low for the region.
  • The market's slower pace, reflected in 95 days on the market and a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), may offer negotiation opportunities for buyers.

Risks

  • The 1-year capital growth of -1.7% suggests recent property values have changed by a small margin, so short-term price gains may be limited.
  • The demographic skew towards older residents and owner-occupiers means rental demand from younger professionals or families is likely to be muted.
  • Liquidity is moderate, and properties can take time to sell, as shown by the 95 days on the market figure.

Outlook

Looking ahead, Caister-on-Sea is likely to remain a steady market, with affordability and a settled population underpinning demand. The annualised growth over three years of 2.9% indicates that while the market is not racing ahead, it has maintained a gentle upward trend.

Rental yields should remain competitive, especially in the best-performing districts, and the area’s appeal to retirees and couples is unlikely to change quickly. Investors who value stability and a measured pace over rapid growth may find the market here suits their style. However, those seeking high liquidity or strong demand from younger groups may want to temper expectations.

Live properties in Caister-on-Sea

Investment properties in Caister-on-Sea, East of England

2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale
On market for 178 days

£235,000

2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale

Norwich Road, Caister-On-Sea

Slow to sell properties in Caister-on-Sea, East of England
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
Reduced by 10%

£180,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

St Julian Road, Caister-on-Sea

Big price drop properties in Caister-on-Sea, East of England
Big Price Drop
3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
955 sq ft

£190,000 - Offers in Region of

3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Windsor Road, Caister-On-Sea, Great...

Properties with planning granted in Caister-on-Sea, East of England
Planning Granted

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

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

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £6,950 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.3%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.9%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 3.9%

Best places to invest in Caister-on-Sea

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1NR306.3%2.0%£189 / 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.