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Property investment stats for Cheshunt, East of England

A complete guide to property investment in Cheshunt.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Cheshunt sits just outside London and has seen steady property growth, with a 1-year capital growth of 0.5% and an annualised growth over three years of 1.8%. The area is known for its strong family presence, ranking in the 93rd percentile for family households, and offers a solid base of owner-occupied homes in the 70th percentile. Property liquidity is reasonable, with homes spending an average of 50 days on the market and a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), suggesting buyers have some room to negotiate but demand remains resilient.

Rental yields are attractive, with an average rental yield of 5.8% and the top local district yielding 6.3%, making it a draw for investors seeking income as much as growth. Affordability is moderate, with a price-to-income ratio of 7.0 and a rent-to-income ratio of 30.2%, which places Cheshunt in a competitive position compared to other commuter towns.

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Key investment stats for Cheshunt

Median price per sq ft

£467 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.8%

Capital growth (1y)

0.5%

Sales in past year

451

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

Live property stats in Cheshunt

Live prices in Cheshunt, East of England

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£586,500

25% of properties below...

£426,250

75% of properties below...

£799,999

Most expensive property

£3,500,000

Live listings

370

Median days on market

50

Should you invest in Cheshunt?

Opportunities

  • The combination of strong rental yields of 5.8% and consistent demand from families in the 93rd percentile makes Cheshunt attractive for buy-to-let investors.
  • Properties are selling with a median discount of £5,000 (the typical achieved discount), offering buyers a chance to negotiate on price.
  • The area’s annual sales volume of 451 signals a healthy level of market activity, supporting liquidity for both entry and exit.

Risks

  • The price-to-income ratio of 7.0 suggests affordability could be a concern for some buyers, potentially limiting future price growth.
  • Cheshunt’s degree-educated population is in the 33rd percentile, which might affect long-term professional tenant demand relative to more central locations.
  • With a private rented housing percentile of 28, there may be less flexibility for rapid portfolio expansion compared to areas with a higher proportion of renters.

Outlook

Over the next year, Cheshunt’s property market is likely to remain steady. The 1-year capital growth of 0.5% shows the area is not a hotspot for rapid appreciation, but its family-friendly appeal and owner-occupied stability provide resilience during market shifts.

Investors can expect ongoing demand for quality rental homes, especially given the strong rental yields of 5.8% and the draw for families. Liquidity should stay healthy, with properties typically selling within 50 days and a robust annual sales volume of 451. Overall, Cheshunt offers a balanced mix of income and stability, but investors should temper expectations for quick capital gains.

Live properties in Cheshunt

Investment properties in Cheshunt, East of England

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
30% below median price

£495,000

4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Great Cambridge Road, Cheshunt

Properties needing refurbishment in Cheshunt, East of England
Needs Refurb
3 bedroom detached house for sale
On market for 166 days

£485,000

3 bedroom detached house for sale

Kingsmead, Waltham Cross

Slow to sell properties in Cheshunt, East of England
Slow to Sell
1 bedroom retirement property for sale
Reduced by 20%

£99,995

1 bedroom retirement property for sale

Turners Hill, Cheshunt

Big price drop properties in Cheshunt, East of England
Big Price Drop
5 bedroom detached house for sale
3,725 sq ft

£1,825,000 - Guide Price

5 bedroom detached house for sale

Plot 6, Alessandra Grove, Newgatest...

Properties with planning granted in Cheshunt, East of England
Planning Granted
2 bedroom retirement property for sale
60% below median price

£125,000

2 bedroom retirement property for sale

High Street, Waltham Cross

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Cheshunt, East of England
Low Price per Sq Ft

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

Typical discounts are limited but real — expect to achieve a reduction off asking.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £5,000

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £10,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £20,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 1.4%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 2.7%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 4.2%

Best places to invest in Cheshunt

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1EN86.3%1.7%£455 / sq ft
2EN74.4%1.3%£471 / 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.