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Property investment stats for Camborne, South West

A complete guide to property investment in Camborne.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Camborne presents a mixed picture for investors, with a blend of affordability, moderate growth, and a strong presence of private renters. The area’s price-to-income ratio of 4.9 suggests that property is relatively accessible compared to much of Britain, while the median price per square foot of £263 per sq ft keeps entry costs in check. The annualised growth over three years of 5.8% and one-year capital growth of 4.5% both point to a market that has steadily appreciated. Liquidity is reasonable, with annual sales at 269 and properties spending a typical 61 days on the market.

Rental demand appears robust, supported by a rent-to-income ratio of 24.4% and a high percentile of private rented housing, positioning Camborne as a viable buy-to-let location for those seeking income as well as capital appreciation.

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Key investment stats for Camborne

Median price per sq ft

£263 / sq ft

Average rental yield

4.8%

Capital growth (1y)

4.5%

Sales in past year

269

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

Live property stats in Camborne

Live prices in Camborne, South West

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£270,000

25% of properties below...

£185,500

75% of properties below...

£347,500

Most expensive property

£2,750,000

Live listings

195

Median days on market

61

Should you invest in Camborne?

Opportunities

  • Investors can benefit from strong rental yields of 4.8%, with the top-performing postcode district offering an even higher yield of 5.5%.
  • The market has shown resilience, with capital growth over three years at 18.4% and a one-year growth of 4.5%, indicating sustained demand.
  • Affordability is a key attraction, as the price-to-income ratio of 4.9 and median sale prices for both houses and flats make entry feasible for a broad range of investors.

Risks

  • The area has a relatively low proportion of degree-educated and professional residents, both in the lower percentiles nationally, which may affect long-term demand from higher-income tenants or buyers.
  • Owner-occupation is in the lower quartile, suggesting a reliance on the rental market that could leave investors exposed if demand shifts.
  • While the median discount of £2,500 (the typical achieved discount) suggests some negotiation room, it may also reflect sensitivity to overpricing or limited upward price pressure.

Outlook

The market in Camborne is likely to remain stable over the next year, supported by steady demand from renters and continued affordability for buyers. With properties spending 61 days on the market and a median discount of £2,500 (the typical achieved discount), investors should expect realistic pricing and moderate competition.

Rental yields are expected to hold up, given the high percentile of private rented housing and current income ratios. Capital appreciation may continue at a measured pace, echoing the annualised growth over three years of 5.8%, but significant demographic shifts are unlikely in the short term. Investors should focus on well-priced properties in high-yielding locations to maximise returns while keeping an eye on the evolving tenant profile.

Live properties in Camborne

Investment properties in Camborne, South West

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
45% below median price

£165,000

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Tolgarrick Road, Tuckingmill, Cambo...

Properties needing refurbishment in Camborne, South West
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 178 days

£300,000

3 bedroom detached house for sale

Primrose Close, Camborne, Cornwall,...

Slow to sell properties in Camborne, South West
Slow to Sell
1 bedroom flat for sale
Reduced by 27%

£80,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom flat for sale

Trevu Road, Camborne, Cornwall, TR1...

Big price drop properties in Camborne, South West
Big Price Drop
2 bedroom end of terrace house for sale
534 sq ft

£90,000 - Guide Price

2 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

Lower Pengegon, Pengegon, Camborne,...

Properties with planning granted in Camborne, South West
Planning Granted
3 bedroom terraced house for sale
44% below median price

£260,000 - Offers Over

3 bedroom terraced house for sale

Fore Street, Camborne, TR14

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Camborne, South West
Low Price per Sq Ft
4 bedroom terraced house for sale
52% below median price

£130,000 - Guide Price

4 bedroom terraced house for sale

Park Road, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14

Auction properties in Camborne, South West
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Seller's market

Vendors are holding firm; properties tend to sell at close to asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £2,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £5,500 below asking

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

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.0%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.5%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.5%

Best places to invest in Camborne

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1TR145.5%6.1%£273 / 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.