Property investment stats for Canterbury, South East

• The area’s strong rental yields of 5.6% and a high proportion of private renters (in the 93rd percentile) create steady demand for buy-to-let investors.
• The presence of a large student population (in the 99th percentile) supports consistent rental occupancy, particularly for smaller flats and shared houses.
• The top postcode district rental yield of 6.0% offers attractive returns for those targeting specific micro-locations within Canterbury.

• Capital growth has been limited, with a one-year change of -0.5%, which may not appeal to those seeking rapid appreciation.
• A high unemployment rate (in the 99th percentile) could impact tenant stability and long-term rental demand.
• The market is dominated by renters and students, so void periods may increase outside the academic year or if student numbers shift.

Over the next year, Canterbury’s property market is likely to remain shaped by its large student and young adult population, supporting rental demand. Investors should expect steady rental yields of 5.6%, but capital values may see only gradual change given the annualised growth of 1.7%.

The sales market is expected to continue at a moderate pace, with properties typically taking 82 days to sell and buyers able to secure a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount). Affordability remains a relative strength, thanks to the price-to-income ratio of 5.1. Overall, Canterbury offers reliable income potential for landlords, but those chasing swift capital gains may need to temper expectations.