Property investment stats for Chafford Hundred and West Thurrock, East of England

• Rental yields are above average, with an overall yield of 6.0% and the top postcode district offering yields as high as 7.0%.
• The area is highly sought after by families, who make up nearly all households, supporting stable long-term demand.
• Properties are selling at asking price or above, indicating strong liquidity and buyer confidence.

• One-year capital growth has changed by -0.8%, so short-term price gains are not guaranteed.
• The student population is high (in the 81st percentile), which may mean some local demand is less stable or seasonal.
• The private rented sector is already large, so new investors will face competition from existing landlords.

The outlook for Chafford Hundred and West Thurrock is steady, if not spectacular. With families dominating the area and rental yields at 6.0%, investors can expect reliable rental income, especially in the top-performing postcode district with yields of 7.0%.

Although one-year capital growth has changed by -0.8%, the three-year annualised growth rate of 3.0% shows the area can deliver solid returns over a longer horizon. Homes sell quickly and at or above asking price, suggesting that liquidity and buyer demand are not likely to falter in the near term. Investors should not expect runaway price growth but can count on a stable, income-driven investment environment.